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Getting from A to B without fear: cab service for trans people established in Pakistan

SheDrives, a cab service specifically for trans persons and women in Pakistan, was created to ensure their safety from discrimination and sexual harassment in public life. Despite criticism and opposition from Sharia law, the CEO hopes for expansion to other cities to support the vulnerable trans community.

Sept. 11, 2024, 7:57 p.m.

Cabinet: Terneuzen and Second Maasvlakte in the picture for new nuclear power plants

Minister Hermans is exploring Terneuzen and the Second Maasvlakte as possible sites for new nuclear power plants, in addition to the already planned Borssele. The goal is to build four new nuclear power plants in the Netherlands, and Hermans will soon make a decision on which sites will be definitively explored.

Sept. 11, 2024, 7:57 p.m.

Very heavy rain expected: 'Equal to average all of September'

Heavy showers are moving across the country, especially in the west where locally up to 100 millimeters of rain may fall. This is explained by the temperature differences over land and sea, and the strong northwest wind that causes additional precipitation. Fortunately, the weather improves after the weekend.

Sept. 11, 2024, 7:57 p.m.

Train ticket price may rise less steeply next year after all

NS and the government have reached a potential compromise to increase train ticket prices by only 6% in 2025, with both parties sharing the costs. However, political resistance and upcoming announcements for Prinsjesdag may still affect the final decision.

Sept. 11, 2024, 7:57 p.m.

Omtzigt replaced by right-wing Van Vroonhoven: 'Is only temporary'

NSC leader says Pieter Omtzigt's absence is temporary due to exhaustion from the party's busy year and his return may involve changing his work habits, but there are no doubts about his capability and a permanent replacement is not being considered.

Sept. 11, 2024, 7:57 p.m.

Police violence against NFL star hits open nerve in US: 'What if I wasn't Tyreek Hill?'

NFL-star arrested by police in Miami amid ongoing issues with police violence in America.