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VVD and BBB agree on division of open ministerial posts, names still unknown

VVD and BBB have reached an agreement on how to divide the five ministerial positions left vacant after the NSC's departure, but specifics have yet to be revealed. Demissionary Prime Minister Schoof stated that the Second Chamber will be informed as soon as possible, but it is unclear whether this will be before the debate tomorrow morning.

Aug. 26, 2025, 7:57 p.m.

One of Mexico's biggest drug bosses confesses guilt, no death penalty demanded

Mexican drug lord 'El Mayo' Zambada has pleaded guilty to various drug-related charges, including leading a criminal organization and bribing Mexican authorities. Zambada's infamous Sinaloa cartel is responsible for smuggling cocaine and fentanyl to both the US and Europe.

Aug. 25, 2025, 7:57 p.m.

Ship sails against high-voltage cables, 20,000 Frisian households without power

Leeuwarden and its surroundings are hit by a power outage caused by a ship crashing into high voltage cables. Efforts are underway to fix the issue, but many shops are closed and bridges cannot be operated as a result.

Aug. 25, 2025, 7:57 p.m.

Cabinet seeks way out of crisis: help from opposition or call Tjeenk Willink?

Politicians in The Hague are looking for a solution in the crisis created after the departure of all NSC ministers. Several scenarios are being discussed, including appointing a scout such as former politicians Johan Remkes, Jan Peter Balkenende or Herman Tjeenk Willink.

Aug. 25, 2025, 7:57 p.m.

Vingegaard wins first Vuelta uphill finish and grabs red jersey despite slight crash

Danish rider Jonas Vingegaard wins the second stage of the Vuelta uphill to take the red leader's jersey. Despite a crash earlier in the day, he manages to beat Italian Guilio Ciccone and Frenchman David Gaudu in the sprint.

Aug. 24, 2025, 7:57 p.m.

Routiners Berghuis and Weghorst deliver Ajax victory over Heracles

Ajax closes third round of play in Eredivisie with 2-0 victory over Heracles Almelo, thanks to goals by Berghuis and Weghorst. Seven points for Ajax, still waiting for first points for Heracles.