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Opposition denounces 'political show' Wilders, coalition partners seem unimpressed

Coalition members VVD, NSC, and BBB seem unimpressed with Wilders' latest asylum proposals as they express frustration over the delays in implementing previously agreed upon solutions and question Wilders' intentions for stirring up a crisis.

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

Coming week remains wet, but that doesn't mean the drought is over overnight

Amidst worsening drought conditions in the Netherlands and neighboring countries, the upcoming week's variable weather may bring some much-needed relief. While there will still be some rainy days, the precipitation will help alleviate the record-breaking water shortage, though full recovery may take longer.

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

Care minister Agema had row with Prime Minister Schoof over healthcare agreement

PVV's Agema wants structural money for medical technology and artificial intelligence in the healthcare sector, but cannot get in touch with Minister Heinen. Agema's healthcare agreement with thirteen healthcare parties is almost complete, except for this part where she wants to give the sector perspective.

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

Facebook and Instagram posts now used for AI chat service development

'From next week, Meta will use all the public information on your Facebook and Instagram accounts to improve their new chatbot program called Meta AI, which will be able to generate text and images. The European data protection authorities have allowed this, but critics argue that users should have been asked for permission beforehand.'

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

Pole in Monaco cannot improve mood Norris: 'I need to perform more consistently'

Lando Norris hopes to continue his current performance as second in the Formula One World Cup standings, despite not being satisfied with his performance yet. Max Verstappen could not keep up with the McLaren and Ferrari drivers today, but hopes to score on Sunday.

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

NSC honorary member Omtzigt waves goodbye, successor wants restoration of 'Dutch identity'

NSC offers a powerful message with their new leader Nicolien van Vroonhoven calling for a 'weerbare samenleving' (resilient society) and emphasizing the importance of preserving the Dutch identity and values in the face of divisive ideologies, while Pieter Omtzigt remains a key figure in the party as its first honorary member and continues to fight for justice for victims of the toeslagenaffaire (allowing parents to be wrongfully accused of childcare fraud).