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Manipulation of elections in Romania: 'a warning to Europe'

How did a virtually unknown Romanian politician become a viral sensation on TikTok and unexpectedly win the first round of the presidential elections? Investigative journalists have uncovered evidence of manipulation through the social media platform and experts warn that Romania is just the beginning of foreign interference in European elections.

Feb. 8, 2025, 7:57 p.m.

Thieves loot tons at Eindhoven jewelry store through hole in wall

Jewelry store robbed of quarter million euros as thieves exploit renovations, owner suspects premeditation.

Feb. 8, 2025, 7:57 p.m.

250,000 protesters in Munich against cooperation with AfD

Massive Protests Against Cooperation with Radical Right-Wing Party at CDU/CSU Congress,Massive protests of over 200,000 people in Munich and other German cities against the CDU/CSU's new cooperation with the radical right-wing party.

Feb. 8, 2025, 7:57 p.m.

College teaches 'nuclear education' because of planned nuclear power plants

The government is investing in a turnaround for the nuclear sector in the Netherlands with plans for two to four new nuclear power plants and a plant to make radioactive medicines. But staffing problems are looming as many workers retire and there is a severe shortage of employees with nuclear knowledge.

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

FNV presidential candidates known, but row not over yet

FNV Election Race Begins: Zakaria Boufangacha and Tuur Elzinga Announced as Candidates for Presidency Amidst Conflicts and Controversy Within Union.

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

Prosecution in honor killing case: Ryan (18) was thrown alive into water

New evidence has been released in the case of Ryan, the young woman who was likely killed in an honor killing by her father and brothers. DNA evidence and chat conversations suggest a planned murder and indifference from the mother.