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Hans Plomp (80) died, founder of artists' village of Ruigoord

Hans Plomp, the man behind the cultural haven of Ruigoord near Amsterdam, has passed away at the age of 80. He and his artist friends turned the village, originally slated for demolition, into a vibrant creative community that still stands today.

Aug. 7, 2024, 7:57 p.m.

Mother and child from Urk survived hotel collapse thanks to falling door

'Shocking collapse of hotel in Germany leaves two dead, but miraculous rescue of Dutch family and emergency services pull out all the stops to save last missing person.'

Aug. 7, 2024, 7:57 p.m.

UK braces for new riots: 'Migration used as scapegoat'

Riots involving far-right violence in dozens of British cities, triggered by underlying tensions and amplified by online rhetoric and anti-immigrant sentiment, are leading to new riots and protests.

Aug. 7, 2024, 7:57 p.m.

Tonight solidarity march for Armenian Mikael, but minister stands firm

Despite the court ruling in their favor, the family of Mikael is not giving up hope for a solution and has turned to Minister Marjolein Faber to intervene, although Faber has stated that she is unable to help. Experts say there is still a slim chance for Mikael and his mother to receive a residency permit, but it is unlikely to happen under the current political climate.

Aug. 7, 2024, 7:57 p.m.

Packages go not by ship, but by drone to this wind turbine

Drone delivery takes over wind turbine maintenance in groundbreaking move at Dutch offshore wind farm, showing potential for the use of drones across various industries.

Aug. 6, 2024, 7:57 p.m.

Cab driver arrested after running into pedestrians Cologne, several injured

Cab driver in Cologne runs into pedestrians and is chased by waiter before being arrested. Police are investigating whether he was also involved in a previous collision and evidence of drug use was found.