Tag #Netherlands

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Dutch House Prices Rise 2.5 Percent in Q4 2024

Dutch house prices rose 2.5 percent in Q4 2024, reaching an average of €483,000 (up 11.5 percent yearly), driven by increased buyer confidence, lower mortgage rates, and higher wages; over 43,000 homes were sold through NVM brokers, exceeding 2023 levels.

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25,000 Names Removed from Dutch War Archive Due to Missing Files

The Dutch National Archives removed 25,000 names from its online war archive because the files for these individuals, including victims and witnesses in collaboration cases, are missing; the archive is still under digitization, with 2/3 still to be processed by 2027.

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28% Bias Score

Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions
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Integration: A Two-Way Process, Not Just a Program

Professor Peter Scholten advocates for a nuanced understanding of "integration," distinguishing between the social process of becoming part of society and the political programs aimed at managing it, highlighting that both established residents and newcomers are affected by the degree of societal op...

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40% Bias Score

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Dutch Coalition Faces Collapse Over Budget Disputes

Despite record-low Dutch government debt in 2024, disagreements over budget projections threaten the ruling coalition's stability, jeopardizing plans to reverse a VAT increase and meet climate targets, and potentially leading to a government collapse.

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48% Bias Score

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De Telegraaf Journalists Share Experiences in New Podcast

The Dutch podcast "Van onze verslaggever" features De Telegraaf journalists discussing their experiences covering crime, war, and sensitive events, exploring the challenges, ethical considerations, and personal impact of their work.

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8% Bias Score

Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions
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Public Discontent with Dutch Cabinet Mounts

Visitors to The Hague's Binnenhof on Saturday expressed widespread dissatisfaction with the current Dutch cabinet's performance, citing ineffective governance and handling of crises, with the absence of certain political parties' supporters among the interviewees notable.

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Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions
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Dutch Cabaret School Forges Unique Path for Aspiring Comedians

The Koningstheateracademie in Den Bosch offers the Netherlands' only dedicated Bachelor of Cabaret program, providing four years of intensive training in performance, humor analysis, and business skills, preparing students for a challenging but potentially rewarding career.

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36% Bias Score

Quality Education
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Dutch Men Suspected of Nine-Year Child Sex Trafficking Ring

Three Dutch men, aged 54, 59, and 60, are suspected of exploiting a boy as a sex slave from age 11 to 20, using drugs and dating apps to facilitate the abuse, which ended in September 2024 following an investigation triggered by police signals.

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No Poverty
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Dutch Mental Healthcare Faces Financial Crisis Due to Regulatory Failure

Due to a regulatory lapse in the Netherlands, mental health providers can no longer submit invoices to insurers, risking financial instability and potentially impacting patient care; urgent talks are underway to find a solution.

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Good Health and Well-being
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Dutch Crypto Trader Arrested for Alleged €4.5 Million Fraud

A 24-year-old Dutch crypto trader was arrested on Monday for suspected fraud and embezzlement after informing hundreds of clients in early 2023 that he had lost their investments, totaling an estimated €1.5 million to €4.5 million; a local foundation representing 75 victims compiled a dossier for po...

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Groningen Water Company Faces Tens of Millions in Losses Due to Earthquake Damage

Waterbedrijf Groningen faces tens of millions of euros in losses from earthquake-related damage to its water pipes, requiring adjustments and potentially higher water prices for residents, despite 5 million euros in government compensation.

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Clean Water and Sanitation
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PostNL to Empty Mailboxes Earlier to Cut Costs Amid Rising Losses

PostNL will empty 75% of Dutch mailboxes before 5 PM starting February to save millions amid rising losses, caused by declining mail volume, high labor costs, and difficulty finding staff, impacting service efficiency and sustainability.

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52% Bias Score

Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure

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