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Rock band Oasis kicks off reunion tour in Wales: 'This concert is extra special'

Fans travel from all corners of the country to Oasis' sold-out shows in which once-brother brothers Liam and Noel perform together again. Father-daughter duo Donna and Patrick are also in attendance and are looking forward to a special night celebrating their shared love for the band.

July 4, 2025, 7:57 p.m.

Coevorden succumbs to violent protest, 'can't offer refugees safe house'

Asylum seekers refused again in Coevorden: mayor says cannot guarantee safety. Unrest and riots in Tuindorp neighborhood, residents and Nidos outraged.

July 4, 2025, 7:57 p.m.

Asylum laws still pass through House after short bill, but no one knows how it will proceed

Stricter asylum laws narrowly steered through House of Representatives after chaotic debate and uncertainty over legal consequences.

July 4, 2025, 7:57 p.m.

35 degrees in the classroom, how can we prevent it?

Many elementary school are struggling with extreme heat and are calling on parents to pick up their children earlier, but outdated buildings and lack of investment mean there is little they can do. Municipalities and the ministry are faced with impossible choices and, in the short term, mainly benefit from smart advice, while experts warn that climate change will only increase the heat in schools.

July 3, 2025, 7:57 p.m.

Wild Romance-gitarist Dany Lademacher (75) overleden

Belgian rock legend Dany Lademacher has passed away at the age of 75, leaving behind a legacy of influential contributions to the country's music scene. With his signature hard rock sound, he helped propel the success of bands like Herman Brood and Wild Romance in the 1970s and 1980s.

July 3, 2025, 7:57 p.m.

Evacuations and casualties from forest fires in Turkey, Germany and Greece

Multiple wildfire outbreaks in Europe, including one resulting in a fatality in Turkey, have forced evacuations and caused significant damage to forests and homes, with difficult weather conditions making firefighting efforts more challenging. The extreme heat and drought have also contributed to a number of deaths in other European countries.