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Indonesian Students Sue Dutch University for Exploitation

Fifteen Indonesian nursing students are suing Avans+ University in Breda, Netherlands, for misrepresentation and exploitation within a work-study program, demanding €7750 in unpaid relocation costs; Avans+ ended the program in November 2023.

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Decent Work and Economic Growth
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Dutch Court Rejects Ban on Military Exports to Israel

A Dutch court rejected a ban on exporting military goods to Israel, ruling the government sufficiently addresses human rights concerns in its export assessments, despite ongoing litigation over F-35 parts shipments.

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Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions
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German Court Tries ATM Bombers on Attempted Murder Charges

Six men stand trial in Frankfurt, Germany, accused of seven ATM bombings across three states, causing over €2.5 million in damages and stealing €870,000; the unprecedented attempted murder charge highlights the life-threatening risk to bystanders.

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Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions
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14-Year Sentence for Murder and Burning of Wife in Netherlands

A 45-year-old man from Reuver, Netherlands, received a 14-year prison sentence for killing and burning his wife in June 2022; her body was found in Germany months later, leading to his arrest in October 2022.

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Gender Equality
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Dutch Court Upholds Arms Exports to Israel

A Dutch court rejected a request for a complete arms embargo on Israel, ruling that current exports comply with regulations, despite concerns about human rights violations in Palestine raised by ten pro-Palestinian organizations.

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Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions
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Texel's energy-efficient homes demolished after five years due to construction flaws

Five energy-efficient homes built in 2020 in Den Burg, Texel, are being demolished due to significant construction flaws resulting in constant leakage and drafts, despite initial claims of energy efficiency. The builder's bankruptcy prevents cost recovery, and residents have been relocated.

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Sustainable Cities and Communities
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Amsterdam's 1918 Uprising: Contrasting Narratives of Wijnkoop and Troelstra

On November 13, 1918, a demonstration in Amsterdam, led partly by David Wijnkoop, aiming to seize military installations, resulted in four deaths and a negative public image for Wijnkoop due to his perceived lack of leadership under pressure, contrasting with the better-known actions of Pieter Jelle...

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€7 Million to Boost Child Vaccination Rates in Four Major Dutch Cities

The Dutch government is investing €7 million in targeted vaccination campaigns across Amsterdam, The Hague, Rotterdam, and Utrecht to raise child vaccination rates, particularly in low-income neighborhoods where rates are significantly lower than the 90% needed for herd immunity.

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Good Health and Well-being
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Dutch Court Rejects Military Export Ban to Israel

A Dutch court rejected a ban on military exports to Israel, finding the government adheres to regulations despite concerns over the use of weapons in Gaza; however, a separate ruling prohibits F-35 part exports, though these continue indirectly via other nations.

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Netherlands Imposes €0.25 Fee on Single-Use Plastic Food Containers

The Netherlands will impose a standard €0.25 fee on single-use plastic food and beverage containers starting January 1, 2026, aiming to reduce daily plastic waste of 19 million items and increase reusable container usage, as part of the European Single Use Plastics directive.

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Responsible Consumption and Production
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ProRail Cuts Heated Train Switches to Save Millions

ProRail will reduce heated train switches by half from next winter, saving \"17 million euros annually while risking more disruptions during extreme weather; this is part of a broader cost-cutting program to offset rising expenses.

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Climate Action
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14-Year Sentence for Murder and Burning of Wife in Netherlands

A 45-year-old man from Reuver, Netherlands, was sentenced to 14 years in prison for the murder and burning of his wife in June 2022; her body was found near Mainz-Bingen, Germany, after months of investigation.

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Gender Equality

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