Tag #Netherlands

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Barendrecht Sex Abuse Case: Parents Face Disclosure Dilemma, CSG Offers Support

Parents of children potentially affected by the Barendrecht sex abuse case face the difficult decision of whether to disclose the abuse, with the Centrum Seksueel Geweld (CSG) in Rotterdam offering support and guidance to families dealing with child sexual abuse; approximately 200 children from the ...

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Good Health and Well-being
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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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Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions
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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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Good Health and Well-being
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Dutch Schools Divided on LGBTQ+ Acceptance Day

Dutch schools showed varied responses to "Paarse Vrijdag," with some actively celebrating LGBTQ+ acceptance through themed activities while others avoided participation due to parental concerns, revealing a cultural divide in how schools approach this sensitive topic.

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Gender Equality
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Dutch Employers Boost Christmas Gifts Amidst Labor Shortages

Dutch employers ordered 10 percent more Christmas packages this year, totaling eight million, with an average value of €50, reflecting a broader trend of using gifts to improve employee retention amidst a competitive labor market; however, labor unions emphasize the importance of better overall work...

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Decent Work and Economic Growth
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Van 't Wout Wins Bronze, Velzeboer Misses Final in Seoul Short Track World Cup

At the World Cup short track speed skating event in Seoul, Netherlands' Jens van 't Wout won bronze in the men's 1500m after a competitor's penalty, while Xandra Velzeboer failed to advance to the 1000m final, ending her podium streak. Mixed relay team qualified for the final.

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Dutch Cabinet Postpones Box 3 Tax Reform Until 2028

The Dutch government delayed the implementation of its new box 3 tax system until 2028 due to criticism, opting for a temporary wealth tax increase on specific assets (stocks, real estate, crypto) to generate €2.5 billion, while exempting those with primarily savings.

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Reduced Inequality
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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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Climate Action
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Qbuzz Friesland Launch Marred by Operational Shortfalls

Qbuzz took over Friesland's public transport on December 14th, 2023, but faces major challenges due to driver shortages, delayed bus deliveries, and inadequate depots, resulting in concerns about service quality and the use of temporary measures, including touring cars and temporary facilities.

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Decent Work and Economic Growth
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Dutch Year-End Gifts Rise Amid Tight Labor Market

Dutch employers ordered 10% more Christmas packages (8 million) this year, costing an average of €50, reflecting a trend of using gifts to improve employee retention in a tight labor market; however, unions emphasize that better working conditions are more important.

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44% Bias Score

Decent Work and Economic Growth
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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 the murder and burning of his wife in June 2022; her body was found near Mainz-Bingen, Germany, after months of uncertainty regarding her identity, leading to his arrest in October 2022 based on forensic evidence.

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Gender Equality
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Van 't Wout Wins Bronze, Velzeboer Misses Final in Seoul Short Track World Cup

At the Seoul World Cup, Jens van 't Wout won bronze in the men's 1500m short track speed skating after a penalty to Steven Dubois upgraded his result; Xandra Velzeboer failed to qualify for the 1000m final, ending her podium streak; and the Dutch mixed relay team qualified for the final.

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40% Bias Score