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German government not allowed by judge to turn away asylum seekers at border, but presses ahead

Germany's pushback policy for asylum seekers who arrive from other EU countries has been deemed illegal by a court, causing conflict with the new government's stance on immigration policies. Despite the ruling, the government plans to continue enforcing the policy.

June 2, 2025, 7:57 p.m.

VVD, NSC and BBB against Wilders threat: work out additional asylum measures

Coalition talks over PVV leader Wilders' new asylum requirements have concluded, with the three coalition parties urging Wilders to work on his additional measures and stating that there is no reason to collapse the government. The question now is whether Wilders will accept the call to continue working together on a strict asylum policy, or if he will follow through on his threats to leave the coalition if his proposals are not adopted.

June 2, 2025, 7:57 p.m.

Fossils show: birds lived with dinosaurs in Arctic

Paleontologists at the American University of Alaska Fairbanks are discovering remarkable findings: birds were breeding in the Arctic as early as 73 million years ago, much earlier than previously thought, highlighting the area's important role as a breeding ground for birds.

June 1, 2025, 7:57 p.m.

Kooij books historic stage win in Giro d'Italia, Yates wins classification

Olav Kooij wins final stage of Giro d'Italia with fourth Dutch win, as Simon Yates claims overall victory.

June 1, 2025, 7:57 p.m.

With support from Visma teammates, Yates bikes off Giro trauma: 'Believe in yourself'

Simon Yates takes victory at the Giro d'Italia after an impressive ride up the Finestre, where he managed to ride far ahead of his rivals and snuck into the pink jersey he lost nearly three years ago.

May 31, 2025, 7:57 p.m.

Swimmer (42) dies in lake near Weert

Tragic drowning at a swimming lake in Limburg as a 42-year-old man from Poland passed away while swimming at the Blauwe Meertje in Weert.