Germany's exit poll: radical-right AfD second, Greens fall far back
AfD wins with 16.5% of the vote despite scandals, while CDU/CSU remains stable and governing parties SPD, Greens and FDP lose in German elections.
Second body found in the Meuse near Lomm
Two young men tragically disappeared in a fast-flowing river while trying to retrieve a dropped phone from the Maaskade, leaving their families and authorities searching for answers.
Getting cooks from Asia gets harder, restaurants fear balderdash
Restaurants perceive new restrictions on bringing in chefs from Asia as hindering their craftsmanship, as Thai cuisine is difficult for Dutch chefs to learn. Outgoing Minister Van Gennip, however, stresses that it is still possible to bring in foreign chefs, provided the right conditions are met.
Suspect detained for death of Dutch military police in Curaçao
Police recover stolen motorcycle in connection to murder case, make multiple arrests in ongoing investigation.
Israel celebrates liberation of four hostages from Gaza as a victory
Israelis rejoice after liberation of four hostages in Gaza by Israeli army and Shin Bet, who had been held for 8 months after an attack on a music festival. Liberation operation led to death of Israeli soldier and world leaders call for release of all hostages and end to conflict.
Hamas reports 210 dead after Israeli army liberation operation
Scores of casualties as Israel frees hostages from Hamas, with over 100 reported killed in Nuseirat. Palestinian representatives condemn the use of civilian lives as shields and call for urgent action at the UN Security Council.