Tag #Netherlands

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Netherlands' New Train Schedule, Belgian Cyclo-cross, and Pope's Corsica Visit

A new NS train schedule starts in the Netherlands, the UCI Cyclo-cross World Cup takes place in Namur, Belgium, Pope Francis visits Corsica, and the final day of the short course swimming World Championships is in Budapest.

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No Poverty
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Groenewoud Wins Third Straight Speed Skating Race

Marijke Groenewoud won the women's third speed skating race in Haarlem on Saturday, extending her lead in the overall standings of the Vier van Noord-Holland; Bart Hoolwerf won the men's race, making him the favorite for the final race in Amsterdam on Sunday.

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Netherlands Risks Housing Quality in Push for Rapid Construction

The Netherlands plans to reduce building regulations to accelerate housing construction, aiming for nearly one million new homes by 2030, but this approach risks compromising housing quality and safety, as seen in Seoul's goshiwon housing crisis.

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Sustainable Cities and Communities
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Rijnstate Hospital Investigates Doctor's Possible Sperm Misuse in 1980s Inseminations

An investigation is underway at Rijnstate hospital in Arnhem after a former doctor may have used his own sperm for artificial inseminations in the 1980s; the issue was reported to the IGJ and relates to prior problems with the hospital's sperm bank administration.

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Four Arrested for The Hague Explosions

Four suspects are in custody for the Tarwekamp explosions in The Hague that killed six and injured four, with two having been arrested a week prior with suspicious materials including 14 jerrycans and fireworks.

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Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions
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Lawyer in Hague Explosions Case Targeted in Cyberattack

Gerard Spong, lawyer for a suspect in the deadly Hague explosions, experienced a cyberattack last night involving a threatening email followed by over 10,000 emails. He reported the incident to the Public Prosecutor's Office, which is investigating.

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Groenewoud and Hoolwerf Win Third Stage of De Vier van Noord-Holland

Marijke Groenewoud won the women's race and leads the overall standings with 70.3 points, while Bart Hoolwerf won the men's race and leads with 66.2 points after three races in the De Vier van Noord-Holland marathon speed skating competition.

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Tarwekamp Explosions: Four Suspects Arrested, Two Apprehended a Week Prior

Four suspects, including two arrested a week prior with suspicious materials in a van, are in custody for the Tarwekamp explosions in The Hague that killed six and injured four, targeting a bridal shop.

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Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions
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Backlash Against LGBTQ+ Acceptance Day in Dutch Schools

Dutch secondary schools are facing increasing opposition to Paarse Vrijdag (Purple Friday), an event promoting LGBTQ+ acceptance, with many reporting conflict, leading some schools to replace or cancel it, while others are adapting their approach to ensure safety and inclusivity for LGBTQ+ students ...

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Gender Equality
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Pfizer's Dutch Subsidiary Reports $11.4 Billion Profit Despite Reduced COVID-19 Sales

Pfizer's Dutch subsidiary reported an $11.4 billion profit for the year ending November 2023, down from previous years due to decreased COVID-19 vaccine and treatment sales, but still comparable to pre-pandemic levels; the subsidiary manages operations for most Pfizer entities outside the U.S.

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Good Health and Well-being
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Pfizer's Dutch Subsidiary Reports $11.4 Billion Profit Amidst Reduced COVID-19 Vaccine Sales

Pfizer's Dutch subsidiary reported an $11.4 billion profit for the fiscal year ending November 2023, down from previous years due to reduced COVID-19 vaccine and medication sales, but comparable to pre-pandemic levels; the company's revenue decreased from $74.4 billion in 2022 to $46.9 billion in 20...

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Schiphol Airport Under Emergency Ordinance Due to Extinction Rebellion Protest

On October 27th, 2023, Haarlemmermeer municipality enacted an emergency ordinance at Schiphol Airport until midnight due to planned Extinction Rebellion demonstrations involving "high-risk actions", prohibiting proximity to airport fences and certain items; previous demonstrations resulted in numero...

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