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Six teens arrested after finding badly injured boy (11) in Rotterdam

'Six teenagers have been arrested following the discovery of a seriously injured 11-year-old boy in Rotterdam. Police are investigating the role of the suspects and are asking witnesses to come forward.

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

Three Barbary apes escape from Apenheul: 'Were sitting quietly in tree'

Two monkeys escape in animal park, third still on the run. Visitor park partially closed for safety, cause of escape still unknown.

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

Number of couples where both partners work part-time nearly doubled

New research shows that in the Netherlands, the traditional one and a half earner model where one partner works full-time and the other part-time is becoming less common as more couples are choosing to work equal hours.

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

United Kingdom increases defense budget, cuts development aid

Britain Increases Defense Spending Despite Economic Struggles, Plans to Boost Budget to 3 Percent by 2029

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

Commodity deal hangs in the air, what does US want from Ukraine?

Washington is negotiating with Ukraine to obtain valuable resources in exchange for military support and entry into NATO. However, experts doubt the feasibility and benefits of this possible mineral deal.

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

Taboos about money and weapons appear to be dying down as Europe stands alone against Russia

European leaders take diplomatic offensive, demanding more money and weapons for defense and Ukraine after deep wounds inflicted by U.S.; fears of hasty deal with Russia and optimism over arrival of new German Chancellor at NATO summit in The Hague.