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Without mask, Mbappé cautiously trains ahead of European Championship game with Orange

Fear over Kylian Mbappé's potential absence from Friday's Euro match against the Netherlands arises as the French striker trains with a broken nose, but teammate Adrien Rabiot reassures fans of France's depth of talent.

June 19, 2024, 7:57 p.m.

ASML top executive optimistic about growth plans: 'Persuasion that we will get out'

ASML, the chip machine maker from the Netherlands, is about to double in size and invest billions to expand the company in the region around Eindhoven. Chief financial officer Roger Dassen is positive about the developments, but there are still political obstacles, including discussions about nitrogen and the expat regulation, that could affect growth plans.

June 19, 2024, 7:57 p.m.

Police investigate possible abduction of woman at swimming pool in IJmuiden

Police investigating possible kidnapping of woman in IJmuiden, Netherlands after receiving report of suspicious situation on parking lot. Two cars recovered and one car still missing, as authorities continue to gather information and search for possible victim.

June 19, 2024, 7:57 p.m.

Is NATO's 2 percent standard enough? 'More needed than just money'

Former commander De Kruif harshly criticizes years of cuts within defense and sees a connection to the increased threat from Russia and the war in Ukraine. Although the NATO norm of 2 percent is not nearly enough, progress has been made in increasing defense budgets within NATO countries.

June 19, 2024, 7:57 p.m.

Creditors, insurers and inspection: pressure on Co-Med comes from all sides

Commercial family physician chain Co-Med is facing multiple problems, including a final warning from health insurers, creditors and sharp scrutiny from the Health Care and Youth Inspectorate. The Patient Federation is concerned and experts believe Co-Med may go bankrupt.

June 19, 2024, 7:57 p.m.

Many more female scientists at TU Eindhoven due to new intake policy

TU Eindhoven achieves balanced ratio with 50% male and 50% female academic staff thanks to preferential policies and support for women and diversity.