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Dutch Pharmacies to Strike, Closing for Christmas Week

Dutch pharmacies will strike on December 23rd, 24th, and 27th, closing most public pharmacies for the entire Christmas week due to high workload, low salaries, and the unions blaming insurance companies; emergency care will remain but may require patients to seek alternative pharmacies.

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Six Arrested in Nijmegen Following Pro-Palestine Demonstration

Six individuals were arrested in Nijmegen today on suspicion of vandalism and public violence against property at Radboud University following a pro-Palestine demonstration, despite claims of innocence and the unclear connection to the event.

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Netherlands Faces Persistent Teacher Shortage

The Netherlands faces a severe teacher shortage across all education levels, totaling at least 7700 full-time positions in primary schools alone this year, exacerbated by retirements and competition from other sectors, prompting government initiatives to attract more teachers.

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D66 Proposes EU-Wide Social Media Ban for Under-15s

The Dutch D66 party is proposing a European ban on social media use for children under 15, citing research showing that 10% of children are harmed by social media, a number expected to increase, impacting their sleep, school performance, and mental health.

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Dutch Court Overturns €700,000 in Fines Against Tata Steel for Coke Emissions

A Haarlem court overturned seven €100,000 fines against Tata Steel for exceeding permitted levels of raw coke emissions from its aging coke ovens, citing insufficiently substantiated decisions by the Omgevingsdienst Noordzeekanaalgebied; the dispute involves differing interpretations of the word "ve...

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MVV Maastricht to Host Feyenoord in Historic Cup Match

MVV Maastricht will play Feyenoord, a top-three Dutch football team, in a cup match on October 26th, marking their first such game in 25 years; the sold-out stadium (8,500 spectators) and full net revenue for MVV underscore the significance of the event.

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Alblasserdam Shooter Sentenced to 30 Years, Mandatory Treatment

John S. received a 30-year prison sentence and mandatory psychiatric treatment for the 2022 shooting at the Tro Tardi care farm in Alblasserdam, where he murdered two people and injured two others; he was initially sentenced to life imprisonment last year.

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Wilders Threatens Elections Over Asylum Plan Amendments

PVV leader Geert Wilders threatens to trigger new Dutch elections if any amendments are made to the asylum plans proposed by Minister Faber, citing the PVV's already numerous compromises and commitment to a "strictest asylum regime ever.

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Dutch Teacher Shortage Decreases, but 'Hidden' Shortages and Future Challenges Remain

The teacher shortage in Dutch primary education decreased from 9,800 to 7,700 full-time positions (8.1 percent of jobs) due to expiring NPO funding, while secondary education saw a relative decrease to 5.1 percent (3,800 positions). However, a large portion of the shortages are 'hidden' and filled b...

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Dutch Cabinet Reopens Almere Prison Amidst Staff and Cell Shortages

The Dutch cabinet plans to reopen the vacant Almere prison to address a shortage of prison cells and staff, reversing a previous policy of closures; a feasibility study will be conducted before reopening the 24,000 square meter facility which can house 300 prisoners and requires an additional 300 st...

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Dutch Pharmacies to Strike During Christmas Week

Dutch pharmacies will be closed next week due to a strike from December 23rd-27th, impacting access to medication during the Christmas week. Around 10,000 employees are demanding a 6% salary increase and reduced workload, blaming insurance companies for the stressful working conditions. Emergency se...

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Legalized Online Gambling in Netherlands Fuels Addiction Surge Among Young Adults

The legalization of online gambling in the Netherlands in 2021 led to a 340% increase in young adult accounts and a subsequent rise in gambling addiction, with one clinic reporting an increase from 17 to 83 young adult patients treated for online gambling addiction between 2022 and 2023.

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