Domain: nrc.nl

Dutch daily newspaper

NRC, previously called NRC Handelsblad, is a daily morning newspaper published in the Netherlands by NRC Media. It is generally accepted as a newspaper of record in the Netherlands.

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🌐 75% Global Worthiness
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Dutch Agriculture: 50% Ammonia Emission Reduction Possible Through Innovation

A Wageningen University study commissioned by Dutch provinces reveals that agricultural ammonia emissions can be reduced by almost 50 percent within five years using available and upcoming technologies, mainly in dairy farming, potentially enabling all provinces to meet nitrogen targets, though live...

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44% Bias Score

Climate Action
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🌐 75% Global Worthiness
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Dutch Pension Reform: Mandatory Referendum Proposed

The Dutch NSC and BBB parties proposed a mandatory referendum on the new pension system, allowing participants to vote on the transition, raising concerns about administrative burden, legal challenges, and political feasibility.

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52% Bias Score

Reduced Inequality
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🌐 25% Global Worthiness
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Columnist's Senior Advice Backfires, Sparks Generational Debate

A Dutch newspaper columnist's advice column for senior citizens sparked outrage, prompting an apology and a satirical counter-article offering 'rules' for younger generations, highlighting a generational communication gap.

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72% Bias Score

Quality Education
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🌐 90% Global Worthiness
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Dutch Jewish Community Reacts to Israel-Hamas Ceasefire Amidst Antisemitism Surge

A ceasefire between Israel and Hamas has brought mixed reactions from the Dutch Jewish community, who celebrate the release of hostages but remain concerned about the future due to a surge in antisemitism and the uncertainty of the fragile peace.

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48% Bias Score

Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions
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🌐 85% Global Worthiness
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Northvolt's Collapse: A Setback for Europe's Green Tech Ambitions

The near-bankruptcy of Swedish battery maker Northvolt, despite substantial funding and government support, reveals the challenges Europe faces in competing with China's established dominance in battery technology, particularly given its rapid growth strategy and quality control issues resulting in ...

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56% Bias Score

Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure
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🌐 85% Global Worthiness
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Life Sentence for Kolkata Doctor's Murder Highlights India's Sexual Violence Crisis

A 31-year-old hospital volunteer in Kolkata, Sanjay Roy, was sentenced to life imprisonment for the rape and murder of a female doctor in August; the case sparked widespread protests in India due to its reflection of the country's pervasive problem with sexual violence and low conviction rate of 27 ...

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44% Bias Score

Gender Equality
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🌐 75% Global Worthiness
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Rare Shostakovich Sonatas Concert Reveals Composer's Life Under Stalin

A concert featuring three rarely performed Shostakovich sonatas (cello, violin, and viola) will take place, offering a unique perspective on the composer's life and the political repression he faced under Stalinism; the viola sonata, composed in his final days, is particularly poignant.

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44% Bias Score

Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions
nrc.nl
🌐 45% Global Worthiness
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Shifting Perceptions of Personal Libraries: From Joy to Shame

A Volkskrant article featuring Irish author Colm Tóibín's overflowing bookcase prompted a reflection on the changing perception of personal libraries; the author's initial joy gave way to feelings of shame and embarrassment, suggesting a shift in cultural attitudes toward book ownership and consumpt...

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0% Bias Score

Quality Education
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🌐 95% Global Worthiness
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Israel-Hamas Ceasefire: Hostage Release and Humanitarian Aid

A ceasefire between Israel and Hamas began on Sunday, marked by the release of three Israeli hostages and 90 Palestinian prisoners; however, nineteen Palestinians were killed by Israeli airstrikes shortly before the ceasefire commenced. Humanitarian aid is flowing into Gaza.

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44% Bias Score

Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions
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🌐 90% Global Worthiness
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Gaza Ceasefire: Fragile Hope Amidst Devastation

A temporary ceasefire in Gaza after 15 months of intense conflict brings mixed emotions; joy at the pause in violence, but fear and uncertainty remain amidst widespread devastation and persistent economic challenges.

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44% Bias Score

Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions
nrc.nl
🌐 85% Global Worthiness
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Gaza Ceasefire: Hostage Release Amidst Deaths of Palestinian Activists

A ceasefire ended the Gaza conflict, leading to the release of 33 Israeli hostages from Gaza and hundreds of Palestinian prisoners from Israel. However, three Palestinian human rights activists—Ahmed Abu Al-Rus, Raafat Salha, and Ihab Faisal—were killed before the ceasefire, highlighting continued v...

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48% Bias Score

Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions
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🌐 75% Global Worthiness
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US Tariffs Threaten Dutch Exports: Kiremko's Response and Sectoral Impacts

Due to potential US import tariffs, Dutch machinery manufacturer Kiremko's 25-year partnership with Idaho Steel Products is becoming crucial, while other Dutch sectors face potential production drops of up to 6% (machinery) and benefits for service sectors, according to CPB and Rabobank analyses.

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44% Bias Score

Decent Work and Economic Growth