Tag #Netherlands

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Groningen Salt Mining Permit Extended Despite Leak Concerns

The Dutch government extended the salt mining permit near Heiligerlee, Groningen, for 10 years despite concerns about potential leaks raised by the State Supervision of Mines (SodM), prioritizing the salt's industrial importance over safety concerns voiced by local residents and environmental groups...

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Clean Water and Sanitation
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Snapchat Fails to Stop Illegal Nicotine Sales to Minors

Despite Snapchat's claims to combat the illegal sale of nicotine products to minors, a recent study shows that teenagers easily find and purchase these items via the platform using slang, prompting legal action from the Foundation for Youth Smoking Prevention against Snapchat and the ACM.

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Good Health and Well-being
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VVD and BBB Reach Deal on Cabinet Positions Amidst Political Instability

Following the NSC's resignation due to disagreements over Israel-Gaza policy, the VVD and BBB parties have reached a deal to fill nine vacant cabinet positions, with three going to VVD and two to BBB, creating a potential government instability with only 32 seats in parliament.

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Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions
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Accell Closes Last Major Dutch Bike Factory, Shifting Production to Hungary

Accell, owner of Batavus, Sparta, and Raleigh, is closing its last major Dutch bicycle factory in Heerenveen, eliminating 160 jobs and shifting production to Hungary; the decision follows financial struggles, a 2022 buyout, and a large Babboe cargo bike recall.

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Decent Work and Economic Growth
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Ukrainian Refugee's Integration into Dutch Society

Jamal Statsenko, a Ukrainian refugee, describes his life in the Netherlands after fleeing the Russian invasion in March 2022, highlighting his integration process, including learning Dutch, making friends, and his uncertain future plans.

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Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions
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Amsterdam Illuminates to Protest Violence Against Women

Amsterdam landmarks will be illuminated orange tonight to protest violence against women, following the murder of 17-year-old Lisa; a fundraising campaign has already collected nearly half a million euros.

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Gender Equality
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Efteling Cancels Controversial Raveleijn Horse Show

The Efteling theme park in the Netherlands is ending its Raveleijn horse show in 2024 following years of animal rights protests and two on-set fires, replacing it with a new show featuring impressive effects and a raven-themed ride, opening in late 2026.

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Life on Land
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Dutch Public Trust in Politics at Historic Low, Fueled by Populism

A 2025 Sociaal en Culturel Planbureau study reveals that less than one-third of Dutch citizens feel represented by their government, leading to widespread public dissatisfaction and the rise of populism due to a perceived disconnect between citizens' needs and political actions.

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VVD and BBB Agree on Ministerial Post Distribution Amidst Government Instability

Following the departure of NSC from the Dutch cabinet, the remaining parties VVD and BBB have agreed on the distribution of five vacant ministerial posts, despite lacking a parliamentary majority; the specifics remain undisclosed, and a parliamentary debate is scheduled for tomorrow.

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Dutch-Israeli Trade Remains High Amidst Gaza Conflict

Dutch companies maintained high trade with Israel in 2022, reaching €5 billion in exports and €2.7 billion in imports, despite internal discussions about the Gaza conflict and calls for sanctions; however, unlike Norway's sovereign wealth fund, they await government action before altering their busi...

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Damaged High-Voltage Mast in Franeker Stabilized After Power Outage

A ship collision damaged a high-voltage mast in Franeker, Friesland yesterday, causing a power outage for 25,000 households and disrupting train service between Leeuwarden and Harlingen; the mast has since been stabilized, and power and train service have been restored.

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Affordable and Clean Energy
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Dutch Government in Crisis After NSC Ministers Resign

After all NSC ministers resigned, the Dutch government is in crisis with only 32 supporting seats, prompting exploration of various solutions before the October 29th elections, including possibly appointing an explorer to solve the situation.

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Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions

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