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Run on screens after Orange and Turkey wins, but many are no longer available

Orange fever soared, with extra interest from Turkish Dutch for the quarterfinal against Turkey and companies renting out big screens having to sell "no" and high ticket prices, but some festivals and events are taking measures to allow visitors to watch the match, while others feel the music should take precedence.

July 3, 2024, 7:57 p.m.

Discriminatory algorithms big problem at agencies, warns watchdog

Director of the Dutch privacy watchdog, Aleid Wolfsen, argues that governments must have a valid reason for using algorithms to detect fraud and calls for more transparency in their use. He also acknowledges the need for awareness and suggests increasing the AP's personnel to address criticism of slow response to citizen complaints.

July 2, 2024, 7:57 p.m.

Pogacar deals blow to competitors on Galibier and takes back yellow jersey

Pogacar shuffles maps significantly in Tour de France with win in tough mountain stage to Galibier, extending his lead over No. 2 Evenepoel at 45 seconds and No. 3 Vingegaard at 50 seconds.

July 2, 2024, 7:57 p.m.

More than 470 arrests in Turkey after violence against Syrians

Turkey has made 474 arrests in two days following violent riots against Syrians and destruction of stores, following the arrest of a Syrian man suspected of abuse. The violence has been strongly condemned by the ruling party and President Erdogan, while the opposition blames the president for the failed refugee policy.

July 2, 2024, 7:57 p.m.

At least 100 killed in religious event India

Over 100 people have died and 150 hospitalized in India after a stampede broke out at a religious gathering in Uttar Pradesh, with many of the victims being women and children. A crowded tent and parked motorcycles blocking the exit may have contributed to the tragedy.

July 2, 2024, 7:57 p.m.

Release of al-Shifa hospital director leads to political riot in Israel

Israeli political feud arises after the release of the director of a Palestinian hospital in Gaza, claiming he and other hospital employees were tortured and mistreated by Israeli prison guards. Ministers blame each other, and the question remains how high the row will rise in the cabinet.