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Winterswijk Opens Natural Ice Rink, Defying Climate Change Challenges
Winterswijk, Netherlands, opens its large outdoor ice rink for public skating on 8.5 mm thick natural ice—a first this winter—thanks to innovative techniques and dedicated volunteers, despite challenges from climate change and volunteer shortages.
Winterswijk Opens Natural Ice Rink, Defying Climate Change Challenges
Winterswijk, Netherlands, opens its large outdoor ice rink for public skating on 8.5 mm thick natural ice—a first this winter—thanks to innovative techniques and dedicated volunteers, despite challenges from climate change and volunteer shortages.
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40% Bias Score
Record 756 Frost-Free Days in De Bilt, Netherlands
De Bilt, Netherlands, has set a new record of 756 consecutive days without a frost day, exceeding the previous record by one day, due to global warming caused by the burning of fossil fuels, resulting in warmer temperatures and fewer cold periods.
Record 756 Frost-Free Days in De Bilt, Netherlands
De Bilt, Netherlands, has set a new record of 756 consecutive days without a frost day, exceeding the previous record by one day, due to global warming caused by the burning of fossil fuels, resulting in warmer temperatures and fewer cold periods.
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32% Bias Score
Dutch Childcare Providers Fail to Adequately Involve Parents
A Dutch government-commissioned study found widespread non-compliance with parental involvement laws in childcare, with many providers failing to adequately consult parents or provide written justifications for rejecting their advice, prompting calls for systemic improvements.
Dutch Childcare Providers Fail to Adequately Involve Parents
A Dutch government-commissioned study found widespread non-compliance with parental involvement laws in childcare, with many providers failing to adequately consult parents or provide written justifications for rejecting their advice, prompting calls for systemic improvements.
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48% Bias Score
Stricter Enforcement of Disguised Employment Law Leads to Drop in Dutch Self-Employed Individuals
In December 2024, the Netherlands experienced a decrease of 6,776 self-employed individuals due to stricter enforcement against disguised employment; 21,303 self-employed individuals terminated their businesses, a 54% increase compared to December 2023, with significant impacts seen in healthcare an...
Stricter Enforcement of Disguised Employment Law Leads to Drop in Dutch Self-Employed Individuals
In December 2024, the Netherlands experienced a decrease of 6,776 self-employed individuals due to stricter enforcement against disguised employment; 21,303 self-employed individuals terminated their businesses, a 54% increase compared to December 2023, with significant impacts seen in healthcare an...
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40% Bias Score
Kampereiland's Reclassification Threatens Island's Future
The Dutch government reclassified Kampereiland, a traditionally farmed island near Kampen, as part of the riverbed due to increased flood risk from climate change, imposing restrictions on development that threaten the island's 500 residents and 75 farming families.
Kampereiland's Reclassification Threatens Island's Future
The Dutch government reclassified Kampereiland, a traditionally farmed island near Kampen, as part of the riverbed due to increased flood risk from climate change, imposing restrictions on development that threaten the island's 500 residents and 75 farming families.
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60% Bias Score
Teenagers Convicted in Helmond Gang Rape
In December 2023, four teenagers were convicted of gang raping a 31-year-old homeless woman in Helmond, Netherlands, receiving up to fifteen months of juvenile detention; a fifth was convicted of assault. The crime occurred in Burgemeester Geukerspark, and the victim was robbed of her phone.
Teenagers Convicted in Helmond Gang Rape
In December 2023, four teenagers were convicted of gang raping a 31-year-old homeless woman in Helmond, Netherlands, receiving up to fifteen months of juvenile detention; a fifth was convicted of assault. The crime occurred in Burgemeester Geukerspark, and the victim was robbed of her phone.
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48% Bias Score
Winterswijk Opens Natural Ice Rink Despite Climate Change Challenges
Winterswijk's ice rink opened for public skating on natural ice (8.5 mm thick) for the first time this winter, thanks to the efforts of the Winterswijk Ice Skating Association and volunteers, using techniques like water spraying and insulation to overcome climate change challenges and a shortage of ...
Winterswijk Opens Natural Ice Rink Despite Climate Change Challenges
Winterswijk's ice rink opened for public skating on natural ice (8.5 mm thick) for the first time this winter, thanks to the efforts of the Winterswijk Ice Skating Association and volunteers, using techniques like water spraying and insulation to overcome climate change challenges and a shortage of ...
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44% Bias Score
Dutch Study Exposes Childcare's Parental Involvement Failures
A Dutch government-commissioned study found widespread failings in parental involvement at many childcare centers, violating the Childcare Act and negatively affecting the quality of care; this prompted calls for immediate improvements from the government and industry.
Dutch Study Exposes Childcare's Parental Involvement Failures
A Dutch government-commissioned study found widespread failings in parental involvement at many childcare centers, violating the Childcare Act and negatively affecting the quality of care; this prompted calls for immediate improvements from the government and industry.
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48% Bias Score
Norway Wins European Speed Skating Title After 34-Year Drought
Sander Eitrem secured Norway's first European allround men's speed skating title in 34 years, surpassing the Netherlands' win count (39-37) and signifying a resurgence for the sport in Norway, boosted by increased media coverage and a strong team performance.
Norway Wins European Speed Skating Title After 34-Year Drought
Sander Eitrem secured Norway's first European allround men's speed skating title in 34 years, surpassing the Netherlands' win count (39-37) and signifying a resurgence for the sport in Norway, boosted by increased media coverage and a strong team performance.
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56% Bias Score
Record 756 Days Without Ice Day in De Bilt Highlights Climate Change
De Bilt, Netherlands, has experienced a record 756 consecutive days without an ice day, exceeding the previous record by one day and highlighting the impact of global warming caused by fossil fuel combustion, resulting in fewer cold periods and more heatwaves.
Record 756 Days Without Ice Day in De Bilt Highlights Climate Change
De Bilt, Netherlands, has experienced a record 756 consecutive days without an ice day, exceeding the previous record by one day and highlighting the impact of global warming caused by fossil fuel combustion, resulting in fewer cold periods and more heatwaves.
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32% Bias Score
Cyberattack Halts Classes at Eindhoven University; Belgian Strike Disrupts Nation
A cyberattack shut down the Eindhoven University of Technology's network, halting classes, while the Horecava trade fair opened in Amsterdam. In Belgium, a strike protesting pension reforms caused widespread disruptions, including school closures and transportation delays.
Cyberattack Halts Classes at Eindhoven University; Belgian Strike Disrupts Nation
A cyberattack shut down the Eindhoven University of Technology's network, halting classes, while the Horecava trade fair opened in Amsterdam. In Belgium, a strike protesting pension reforms caused widespread disruptions, including school closures and transportation delays.
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24% Bias Score
Enschede Quadruple Murder: Brothers Shift Blame to Deceased Father
Two brothers, previously convicted of a quadruple murder in Enschede along with their deceased father, now claim their father acted alone during the 2018 grow shop killings, resulting in skepticism from judges due to inconsistent statements and DNA evidence.
Enschede Quadruple Murder: Brothers Shift Blame to Deceased Father
Two brothers, previously convicted of a quadruple murder in Enschede along with their deceased father, now claim their father acted alone during the 2018 grow shop killings, resulting in skepticism from judges due to inconsistent statements and DNA evidence.
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40% Bias Score
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