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Dutch 3x3 basketball players European champion after win over Azerbaijan

Dutch 3x3 basketball team crowned European champions for second time after dominating final against Azerbaijan. Led by star players Janis Boonstra and Noortje Driessen, the Netherlands continued their undefeated streak throughout the tournament, showcasing their experience in previous finals.

Sept. 7, 2025, 7:57 p.m.

Party for the Animals reinforces new course with Pussy Riot performance

The Party for the Animals stressed at its congress that, despite the division over the new position on defense, it continues to fight for animals, climate, nature and the environment, and called for action against the Trumpian behavior of the governing parties and attention to the situation in Gaza.

Sept. 7, 2025, 7:57 p.m.

Municipalities more often collecting waste paper themselves, associations lose money

Municipalities are increasingly taking over the collection of waste paper and cardboard themselves, duping associations that make money from it. Municipalities are now investigating alternatives and compensation for the affected associations together with the NVRD.

Sept. 6, 2025, 7:57 p.m.

Koeman on De Jong injury: 'Won't be out for long, but risk too high'

Dutch eleven trains pace and monitors injuries ahead of World Cup qualifier against Lithuania, coach Koeman guards against panic after draw with Poland.

Sept. 6, 2025, 7:57 p.m.

Hundreds demonstrate in Holwerd against gas extraction under the Wadden Sea

Demonstration in Holwerd against Wadden Sea gas extraction for fear of permanent damage to nature reserve and loss of UNESCO status. NAM also wants to drill near Frisian village of Ternaard.

Sept. 6, 2025, 7:57 p.m.

Protest in Brussels against Iranian regime, Mike Pence also gives speech

10,000 Iranian protesters gather in Brussels, calling for a democratic Iran and an end to the many executions in the country, with support from international figures such as Mike Pence and Guy Verhofstadt.