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Time is running out for Spring Note: How much money may the cabinet spend?

Coalition party members have a few more weeks to discuss the Spring Memorandum, deciding how much to spend on items such as defense, but they have yet to come to an agreement on the overall budget and how it will be allocated. While some propose investing in infrastructure and using budget projections to fund expenses, Minister of Finance Eelco Heinen remains adamant that spending any extra money will result in a greater deficit and national debt.

Defense wants exception to environmental rules to grow 'for the homeland'

Cabinet works on new law for Defense to get exceptions to environmental rules so that armed forces can grow and better prepare for defense of the Netherlands and NATO allies. Despite possible impacts on local residents, State Secretary Tuinman stresses the importance of protecting our country and is committing hundreds of millions for Defense growth.

Everything about The Voice's formula is right and that's why it needed to be back on TV

Media expert Ron Vergouwen understands the return of the popular TV show The Voice of Holland from RTL, but finds the new judges a bit boring and misses Anouk's sharp commentary.

Minister: 'undesirable' that Transavia staff have time off with unemployment benefit

Minister Van Hijum wants a quick end to Transavia's construction in which employees are free while retaining their unemployment benefits, because it is costing society an unnecessary amount of money and employers are thus shirking their responsibilities.

Myanmar death toll rises above 2,000, UN urges more aid

Over 2000 dead and thousands injured in Myanmar after devastating earthquake, with fears that true numbers are much higher. International aid efforts hindered by closed-off country and ongoing conflict.

Paixão shoots Feyenoord past Go Ahead, pressure continues on PSV and Utrecht

In an exciting match between Feyenoord and Go Ahead Eagles, a 3-2 win keeps Feyenoord in the race for second place in the premier league, which entitles them to a direct ticket to the Champions League. The home side eventually drew the longer straw thanks to a decisive goal from match-winner Igor Paixão.