Prices continue to rise: 'All small things driving inflation'
New taxes and higher prices of goods are causing inflation in the Netherlands, but without government measures, the cost of living would still be comparable to surrounding countries.
Schoof calls on coalition: 'Make total package with opposition'
Prime Minister Schoof is calling for deals with opposition parties on cabinet plans in the areas of education, development aid and health care. Talks are being held with various parties because the coalition does not have a majority in the Senate and deals with the opposition are necessary.
Irish growing pains: housing crisis undermines economic success story
'Irish troubadour and student join: lack of affordable housing threatens Ireland's success as one of the world's fastest growing economies, forcing people to leave the country for better housing options.'
Prosecutor fumbles in drug case, suspects acquitted on appeal
Drug lord receives reduced sentence after assisting in prosecution, but court rules that agreement with prosecutor was unjust and compromised fairness of trial.
Largest pension funds keep hand on the purse strings next year
Dutch pension funds reluctant to increase benefits in 2023 due to falling interest rates and switch to new pension system, despite ambition to maintain purchasing power of pension.
After cease-fire in Lebanon, Hamas also wants talks, but truce does not seem imminent
Hamas says it is open to a serious deal with Israel amidst the ceasefire in Lebanon, but negotiations are complicated by conflicting goals and a lack of clear leadership within the militant organization.