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Major prisoner exchange between Russia and West, journalist Gershkovich also free

Political prisoners are being released and exchanged between Russia, Belarus and Western countries with the help of Turkish intelligence, including well-known journalist Evan Gershkovich and Kremlin critic Ilya Yashin.

Aug. 1, 2024, 7:57 p.m.

Pilot killed in crash on A58 with aircraft from flight school

Tragedy on A58 as plane from Breda flying school crashes, pilot killed. Highway closed as authorities investigate crash.

July 31, 2024, 7:57 p.m.

Council of State: Armenian Mikael and mother not allowed to stay in the Netherlands

Council of State rules that 11-year-old Armenian boy and his mother, who were born in the Netherlands and have never been to Armenia, are denied a residence permit and must return to Armenia, despite pleas from Mayor Halsema to relax the rules in this harrowing case.

July 31, 2024, 7:57 p.m.

No rules for vapor from vapes: 'Totally no visibility into what you're ingesting'

The vapor of vapes is not tested and there are no legal standards for it. Researchers are concerned about harmful substances in vapor and a ban on flavorings has been introduced, but there are no checks on the composition of vapes.

July 31, 2024, 7:57 p.m.

Gold double-four as 'signal' to Dutch rowing team: 'Grab what you can'

Dutch men's double four takes home Olympic gold in rowing as they dominate the competition and prove they are in top form. The team, who came together just recently, also broke individual records and made history for the Netherlands.

July 31, 2024, 7:57 p.m.

Man arrested in Portugal in connection with stabbed Dutchman

19-year-old arrested in connection with stabbing of four Dutch nationals in Albufeira, Portugal. Suspect believed to be Irish, but police have not confirmed. Incident occurred after dispute over noise, victims sustain life-threatening injuries and remain hospitalized.