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PO Council: passage test leads to differences between students and schools

PO Council: Pass-through test does not ensure equal opportunities, affluent families and different test providers create unequal school recommendations among elementary school students.

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

A 'normal' day in Iran: explosions, fear and evacuations

WhatsApp and Instagram are the main sources of communication for Iranians, who are using them to share news and videos of the recent US and Israeli airstrikes that have drastically changed their lives. From fears of being arrested for sharing criticism of the regime to fleeing the city with their families, people in Iran are living with both hope and fear during these turbulent times.

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

Court employee who allegedly resold data also suspected of extortion

Former employee of Amsterdam court suspected of extortion and selling confidential information to criminals, with evidence showing large sums of money being deposited into her account. The accused has also been charged with falsifying her educational background on her resume.

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

Traffic sign and hectometer posts stolen at festival On the Ring

Dozens of road signs, including speed limit signs and mile markers, were stolen from the A10 ring road during a weekend festival, causing financial frustration for the government and posing potential safety risks for drivers.

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

Minister Keijzer will relax building rules, but doubts about impact

Minister Keijzer adopts advice to reduce costs and delays in construction projects in order to build 100,000 new homes annually. Although the Home Owners Association warns of possible negative consequences, it does support the push for faster and cheaper construction.

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

Rutte on eve of NATO summit: Russia remains the great danger

Rutte warns NATO of Russian threat and stresses importance of investment in response to war with Ukraine.