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Beune knocks off home favorite Wiklund and takes gold in 3,000 meters at World Distance Championships

Dutch speed skater Joy Beune captured the gold medal in the 3,000 meters at the World Distances Championships in Hamar, with a strong race and a narrow lead over Martina Sáblíková of the Czech Republic. Beune thus succeeds Irene Schouten as world champion and has two more chances at gold in the team pursuit and the 1,500 meters.

March 13, 2025, 7:57 p.m.

Erasmus University declares thesis of state secretary Maeijer invalid

EUR declares PVV-leader's master's thesis invalid, more details to come.

March 13, 2025, 7:57 p.m.

Crisis consultations on EU defense plan over, outcome unknown

European defense plans Prime Minister Schoof not supported by coalition parties after crisis consultations, Schoof unworkable situation and wants new agreements.

March 13, 2025, 7:57 p.m.

Ter Apel prison employee fired for relationship with inmate

Multiple employees fired from Penitentiary Institutions because of relationships with prisoners, former minister Ploumen calls it a structural problem.

March 12, 2025, 7:57 p.m.

Ajax hopes for Brobbey in Frankfurt: 'Chance of him playing pretty high'

Ajax coach Farioli is faced with injuries to key forwards and a tough decision on whether to start or sub in young talent Brobbey, while player Davy Klaassen expects a close match against Frankfurt.

March 12, 2025, 7:57 p.m.

Traditions, mopeds and Normaal: program Koningsdag presented

This year, King's Day will be celebrated on Saturday, April 26th to avoid violating Sunday's day of rest. The city of Doetinchem is making efforts to showcase traditional celebrations that align with modern times, including riding into a presentation on an electric scooter.