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Gillis Sentenced for Extensive Tax Fraud
Dutch recreation entrepreneur Peter Gillis received a one-year prison sentence (six months suspended) for five years of tax fraud involving unreported rental income, false accounting, and underpayment of taxes at his Oostappen Group holiday parks; his daughter and ex-wife also received sentences.
Gillis Sentenced for Extensive Tax Fraud
Dutch recreation entrepreneur Peter Gillis received a one-year prison sentence (six months suspended) for five years of tax fraud involving unreported rental income, false accounting, and underpayment of taxes at his Oostappen Group holiday parks; his daughter and ex-wife also received sentences.
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56% Bias Score
Bunq Compensates €10 Million in Fraud Losses, Implements Security Upgrades
In 2024, bunq, a Dutch online bank, compensated over €10 million to clients defrauded by scammers posing as bank employees, a response to earlier criticism of its handling of the situation and lack of customer service. The bank also implemented new security measures and a 24/7 helpline.
Bunq Compensates €10 Million in Fraud Losses, Implements Security Upgrades
In 2024, bunq, a Dutch online bank, compensated over €10 million to clients defrauded by scammers posing as bank employees, a response to earlier criticism of its handling of the situation and lack of customer service. The bank also implemented new security measures and a 24/7 helpline.
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36% Bias Score
Netherlands reinstates 130 km/h speed limit on select highways
Starting Monday, April 15th, 2025, the Netherlands reintroduced a 130 km/h speed limit on three highway sections (A7, A6, and a future A37 section), totaling 117 km, despite environmental concerns, aiming for increased driver freedom while adhering to nitrogen and noise standards.
Netherlands reinstates 130 km/h speed limit on select highways
Starting Monday, April 15th, 2025, the Netherlands reintroduced a 130 km/h speed limit on three highway sections (A7, A6, and a future A37 section), totaling 117 km, despite environmental concerns, aiming for increased driver freedom while adhering to nitrogen and noise standards.
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44% Bias Score
Groningen Gas Halt: Improved Safety and Trust, but Long-Term Concerns Remain
A year after halting Groningen gas extraction, residents report slightly improved safety and trust in authorities, though concerns persist for those with significant property damage; the long-term house reinforcement project, now extending to 2034, may reverse recent positive trends.
Groningen Gas Halt: Improved Safety and Trust, but Long-Term Concerns Remain
A year after halting Groningen gas extraction, residents report slightly improved safety and trust in authorities, though concerns persist for those with significant property damage; the long-term house reinforcement project, now extending to 2034, may reverse recent positive trends.
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36% Bias Score
Dutch Sperm Donor Scandal: At Least 85 Donors Fathered 25+ Children Each
A new registration system in the Netherlands revealed that at least 85 sperm donors fathered 25 or more children each, violating regulations; fertility clinics used sperm samples excessively and without proper documentation, causing a loss of trust in the medical system and raising concerns about th...
Dutch Sperm Donor Scandal: At Least 85 Donors Fathered 25+ Children Each
A new registration system in the Netherlands revealed that at least 85 sperm donors fathered 25 or more children each, violating regulations; fertility clinics used sperm samples excessively and without proper documentation, causing a loss of trust in the medical system and raising concerns about th...
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60% Bias Score
Ajax Edges Willem II in Thrilling 2-1 Victory
Ajax defeated Willem II 2-1 in a surprising match, with substitutes Edvardsen and Weghorst scoring late goals to secure the win and maintain their nine-point lead in the Eredivisie; Willem II secured a Champions League preliminary round spot.
Ajax Edges Willem II in Thrilling 2-1 Victory
Ajax defeated Willem II 2-1 in a surprising match, with substitutes Edvardsen and Weghorst scoring late goals to secure the win and maintain their nine-point lead in the Eredivisie; Willem II secured a Champions League preliminary round spot.
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40% Bias Score
Dutch Sperm Donor Scandal: At Least 85 Donors Exceeded Legal Limits, Fathering Hundreds of Children
A Dutch fertility scandal revealed that at least 85 sperm donors fathered far more children than legally allowed, with some having 50-75 children, leading to apologies from the NVOG and concerns about incest and consanguinity.
Dutch Sperm Donor Scandal: At Least 85 Donors Exceeded Legal Limits, Fathering Hundreds of Children
A Dutch fertility scandal revealed that at least 85 sperm donors fathered far more children than legally allowed, with some having 50-75 children, leading to apologies from the NVOG and concerns about incest and consanguinity.
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24% Bias Score
Dutch Council Urges Prevention Over Early Disease Detection
The Dutch Health Council (RVS) recommends shifting from early disease detection to prevention due to the excessive medical testing causing unnecessary diagnoses, overburdening healthcare, and reducing accessibility for those with genuine health issues; they propose preventative measures like legisla...
Dutch Council Urges Prevention Over Early Disease Detection
The Dutch Health Council (RVS) recommends shifting from early disease detection to prevention due to the excessive medical testing causing unnecessary diagnoses, overburdening healthcare, and reducing accessibility for those with genuine health issues; they propose preventative measures like legisla...
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52% Bias Score
Dutch Child Benefits Scandal Redress Commissioner Withdraws Amidst Controversy
Former Dutch Minister Sorgdrager withdrew her candidacy as commissioner for the child benefits scandal redress due to concerns raised by the Gelijkwaardig Herstel foundation regarding her past rulings against affected parents in the Council of State, creating further tension between the government a...
Dutch Child Benefits Scandal Redress Commissioner Withdraws Amidst Controversy
Former Dutch Minister Sorgdrager withdrew her candidacy as commissioner for the child benefits scandal redress due to concerns raised by the Gelijkwaardig Herstel foundation regarding her past rulings against affected parents in the Council of State, creating further tension between the government a...
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56% Bias Score
Dutch Prosecution Service's Increased Use of Penalty Orders Sparks Concerns
The Dutch Public Prosecution Service's decision to handle nearly all cases with a maximum six-year sentence via penalty orders, bypassing judges, has sparked concerns about fairness and due process, with parliament members and judges citing potential for increased impunity and a two-tiered justice s...
Dutch Prosecution Service's Increased Use of Penalty Orders Sparks Concerns
The Dutch Public Prosecution Service's decision to handle nearly all cases with a maximum six-year sentence via penalty orders, bypassing judges, has sparked concerns about fairness and due process, with parliament members and judges citing potential for increased impunity and a two-tiered justice s...
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48% Bias Score
Netherlands: 85 Sperm Donors Violated Law, Fathered 25+ Children Each
A new national registry in the Netherlands has revealed that at least 85 sperm donors have fathered 25 or more children each, violating a 1992 law and causing a medical and ethical crisis; the NVOG has apologized for the decades-long failure to enforce regulations.
Netherlands: 85 Sperm Donors Violated Law, Fathered 25+ Children Each
A new national registry in the Netherlands has revealed that at least 85 sperm donors have fathered 25 or more children each, violating a 1992 law and causing a medical and ethical crisis; the NVOG has apologized for the decades-long failure to enforce regulations.
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44% Bias Score
85 Mass Donors Revealed in Dutch Fertility Clinics
Dutch fertility clinics have used at least 85 mass donors since 2004, exceeding guidelines by the Dutch Society of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists (NVOG), leading to at least 3000 children with over 25 half-siblings.
85 Mass Donors Revealed in Dutch Fertility Clinics
Dutch fertility clinics have used at least 85 mass donors since 2004, exceeding guidelines by the Dutch Society of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists (NVOG), leading to at least 3000 children with over 25 half-siblings.
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48% Bias Score
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