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Ukrainian army commander: situation at front deteriorated

Russian Commander admits Ukraine losing ground in fight against separatists, fierce battles continue around key city of Pokrovsk

April 28, 2024, 8:01 p.m.

High prices at auction Titanic pieces: 1 million euros for gold watch

A golden watch belonging to the richest passenger on the Titanic was sold for over a million euros at an auction in England, along with other items connected to the ship and its passengers. The watch, previously owned by American businessman John Jacob Astor IV, was found on his body after the disaster and passed down through his family before being purchased by an anonymous collector in the 1990s.

April 27, 2024, 8:01 p.m.

Royal family visited Emmen: 'Could do a lot less'

King Willem-Alexander celebrated his 57th birthday in Emmen, where he and his family were welcomed by enthusiastic fans and participated in various activities such as a quiz and games. Princess Alexia talked briefly about her gap year and the princesses wore stylish outfits from well-known brands.

April 27, 2024, 8:01 p.m.

Ukraine struggles with coal plant recovery: 'Parts not in supermarket'

Ukraine struggles to repair damaged coal power plants amidst ongoing attacks, facing challenges in obtaining spare parts and responding to frequent air-raid alarms.

April 27, 2024, 8:01 p.m.

Over a hundred arrests at XR demonstration on A10 in Amsterdam

Over 100 people arrested at Amsterdam's Extinction Rebellion protest for causing danger on the A10 highway, while demanding an end to ING bank's funding of the fossil fuel industry.

April 27, 2024, 8:01 p.m.

King's Day 'busy, but manageable,' hardly any incidents reported

This year's King's Day festivities went off without a hitch across the country. Although some rain and minor incidents occurred in some cities, there were no major incidents and it was generally pleasant and festive.