Tag #Netherlands

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Dutch Defence Exercise Fire Devastates 130 Hectares of Nature Reserve Near Ede

During a Dutch Defence military exercise near Ede, a training grenade ignited a fire that consumed approximately 130 hectares of nature reserve; the fire, fueled by dry conditions and strong winds, is still not fully extinguished, resulting in significant ecological damage.

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Life on Land
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Dutch Suicide Study Reveals Distinct Vulnerability Groups

A Dutch study reveals distinct suicide patterns across age and gender, highlighting the need for tailored prevention strategies focusing on support for those with autism, long-term mental health conditions, and improving communication around suicidal thoughts among men.

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Dutch Court Orders Farmers to Prove Pesticide Safety Near Nature Reserves

The Dutch Council of State ruled that farmers must prove pesticides near nature reserves cause no harm, potentially requiring permits and impacting various agricultural sectors, following a 2019 nitrogen ruling and highlighting ongoing environmental concerns.

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Life on Land
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Dutch Government Approves Ban on Consumer Fireworks

Following years of advocacy by ophthalmologist Tjeerd de Faber, who witnessed numerous firework-related injuries in his practice, the Hague approved a ban on consumer fireworks, aiming to reduce injuries and costs associated with treatment.

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Dutch Cannabis Legalization Delayed for Hashish

Starting next week, 80 Dutch cannabis cafes across 10 cities will exclusively sell government-licensed weed, delaying hashish sales until June 10th due to supply concerns and to prevent a surge in street dealing; the experiment aims to replace the current "back door" system of illegal production and...

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Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions
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The Greet Hofmans Affair: A Re-evaluation

In 1956, the exposure by Der Spiegel of faith healer Greet Hofmans' influence on Queen Juliana of the Netherlands created a constitutional crisis, prompting a government investigation and a break in the relationship between the Queen and Hofmans.

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Netherlands Delays Nationwide Fireworks Ban by 18 Months

The Dutch government's proposed 18-month delay of the nationwide fireworks ban until 2027 has sparked controversy, with police unions expressing outrage while firework importers view it positively. The delay is attributed to conditions set by the VVD and NSC regarding enforcement and the granting of...

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Dutch Asylum Policy Fuels Protests Against Asylum Centers

The Dutch Association of Municipalities (VNG) blames the national government's asylum policy, specifically the debate around the distribution law, for the resurgence of violent protests against asylum centers in several towns, leading to postponed decisions on new centers and threats against local o...

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Dutch MBO Students Face Widespread Financial Hardship Due to Insufficient Youth Wage

A report reveals 45% of nearly 500,000 MBO students in the Netherlands face financial hardship, with 125,000 severely affected due to insufficient youth minimum wage and unpaid internships, despite government assurances of support.

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AD Advertisement Challenges Spong's Victim-Blaming Remarks on Sexual Assault

A Dutch newspaper advertisement challenges lawyer Gerard Spong's victim-blaming comments on sexual assault, drawing parallels to a 2022 incident and garnering over 1400 donations to fund the public response, aiming to shift the focus from victim behavior to perpetrator accountability.

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Gender Equality
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Dutch Agencies Criticized for Insufficient Response to Human Trafficking

The Dutch National Rapporteur on Human Trafficking reveals insufficient efforts to combat human trafficking, citing inconsistent responses from law enforcement and labor agencies, with the Labor Inspectorate demonstrating a passive approach and the Marechaussee showing task confusion; improvements i...

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Dutch Government Faces Backlash Over Plan to Relax Hazardous Materials Rail Transport

The Dutch government plans to relax rail transport regulations for hazardous materials, despite opposition from provinces and municipalities concerned about increased risks and the failure to enforce existing limits, as evidenced by Overijssel exceeding its limits by 700%.

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