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Schiedam neighborhood shocked after fatal stabbing with 13-year-old victim

13-year-old fatally stabbed in Schiedam, residents and schoolmates shocked and heartbroken. Multiple people gathered at the scene, expressing concerns about youth violence and discussing the need for support and intervention in the community.

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

Liverpool and Slot take big step toward title after win over reigning champions City

Liverpool take big step toward Premier League title with 2-0 victory over title holder Manchester City, who are trailing by 20 points after their defeat. The match was decided by goals from top scorer Mohamed Salah and young Hungarian player Dominik Szoboszlai.

Feb. 23, 2025, 7:57 p.m.

Pope thanks hospital staff, ambiguity over his condition remains

Pope Francis thanks hospital staff for dedication in weekly prayer and receives worldwide messages of support during his treatment for double pneumonia.

Feb. 23, 2025, 7:57 p.m.

Three years of war in Ukraine tomorrow, commemoration on Dam Square in Amsterdam

A thousand people are commemorating the three-year war in Ukraine on Dam Square in Amsterdam and calling for support for the country, including attention to Russia's annexation of Crimea.

Feb. 23, 2025, 7:57 p.m.

Rotterdam police deploy psychiatric expert to deal with confused people

Rotterdam police now have a new strategy in responding to those in a state of mental distress, pairing a psychiatric nurse with a specialized officer to directly address the issue of 45 daily calls for mentally unwell individuals. The shortage in psychiatric care is causing difficulties nationwide, though the current trial has been positively received by officials.

Feb. 22, 2025, 7:57 p.m.

Coalition agreement in Austria close, without radical-right FPÖ

Coalition talks in Austria between three major parties have been revived, potentially leading to a government without the far-right FPÖ. This comes after initial negotiations had failed and the country's former chancellor resigned.