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Chinese shop Shein must stop fake discounts and countdown clocks

Online fashion web giant Shein under fire for unethical business practices, including displaying fake discounts and misleading information about returns. European Commission is investigating Shein's compliance with legislation to protect consumers, while the Netherlands and other countries are preparing for possible action.

May 26, 2025, 7:57 p.m.

Judge: minister was not allowed to end bed-bath-bread scheme in Amsterdam

The Dutch government attempts to cut off funding for a 24-hour shelter for undocumented immigrants, but is blocked by a court ruling citing the risk of inhumane treatment for vulnerable individuals with physical and mental health issues.

May 26, 2025, 7:57 p.m.

Opposition denounces 'political show' Wilders, coalition partners seem unimpressed

Coalition members VVD, NSC, and BBB seem unimpressed with Wilders' latest asylum proposals as they express frustration over the delays in implementing previously agreed upon solutions and question Wilders' intentions for stirring up a crisis.

May 26, 2025, 7:57 p.m.

Coming week remains wet, but that doesn't mean the drought is over overnight

Amidst worsening drought conditions in the Netherlands and neighboring countries, the upcoming week's variable weather may bring some much-needed relief. While there will still be some rainy days, the precipitation will help alleviate the record-breaking water shortage, though full recovery may take longer.

May 25, 2025, 7:57 p.m.

Care minister Agema had row with Prime Minister Schoof over healthcare agreement

PVV's Agema wants structural money for medical technology and artificial intelligence in the healthcare sector, but cannot get in touch with Minister Heinen. Agema's healthcare agreement with thirteen healthcare parties is almost complete, except for this part where she wants to give the sector perspective.

May 25, 2025, 7:57 p.m.

Facebook and Instagram posts now used for AI chat service development

'From next week, Meta will use all the public information on your Facebook and Instagram accounts to improve their new chatbot program called Meta AI, which will be able to generate text and images. The European data protection authorities have allowed this, but critics argue that users should have been asked for permission beforehand.'