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Polish schools make room for tens of thousands of Ukrainian schoolchildren

Polish schools are now required to provide education to thousands of Ukrainian refugees who previously received education online or at Ukrainian schools in Poland. While experts welcome this move, it presents challenges for Poland as one of the main host countries for Ukrainian refugees, who may not return to their home country if they become too integrated in Poland.

Sept. 23, 2024, 7:57 p.m.

No full-scale war yet, but Israel-Hezbollah conflict increasingly unstable

With the escalation of violence and attacks in the Middle East, experts are warning of a possible regional war between Israel and Hezbollah. Meanwhile, Israel continues to pressure Hezbollah to reduce their military activities on the border.

Sept. 23, 2024, 7:57 p.m.

Lebanese flee north en masse after Israeli attacks

Violent clashes between Israel and Hezbollah result in thousands of refugees from southern Lebanon and Israeli army attacks on the Bekaa Valley.

Sept. 23, 2024, 7:57 p.m.

Two young children and mother killed in explosion at home near Naples

Family tragedy in Italian village as two young children and their mother die in house explosion, while their father and 2-year-old brother are rescued and hospitalized. Rescuers continue to search for the children's grandmother who is believed to be trapped underneath the rubble.

Sept. 22, 2024, 7:57 p.m.

Verstappens Formula One love waning after punishment: 'So no desire to continue'

Formula One driver Max Verstappen is on a collision course with the FIA over a community service penalty imposed on him after swearing during a press conference. Verstappen expresses his dissatisfaction with the situation and says he has no desire to be in the sport anymore if he cannot express himself the way he wants.

Sept. 22, 2024, 7:57 p.m.

Dam to Dam Run aborted, last part of runners not starting again

The Dam tot Damloop, the popular running event between Amsterdam and Zaandam, has been halted due to the heat. Several measures, such as more water stations and staggered start times, were not enough to ensure the safety of the participants, so the last two start groups were not allowed to run.