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Circus Acrobat Seriously Hurt in Fall from Wheel of Death at Haarlem Christmas Circus

Circus Acrobat Seriously Hurt in Fall from Wheel of Death at Haarlem Christmas Circus

Haarlem, Netherlands – A circus performer was seriously injured on Wednesday evening after falling up to 15 meters while performing a stunt at the Reinaldapark in Haarlem.  The accident occurred during the Wheel of Death act as part of the Christmas Circus.  The performer, who has not been named, suffered several rib fractures and is being examined for internal injuries and …

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Dutch cities to register sex workers to ensure voluntary participation and protection from abuse

Dutch cities to register sex workers to ensure voluntary participation and protection from abuse

The Dutch government is set to implement a new measure requiring cities to monitor sex work to ensure that it is being carried out voluntarily and that minimum age and language requirements are being met.  The measure aims to protect sex workers from abuse and coercion.  It will give cities the right to review company records and …

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Mark Rutte wished Ulf Kristersson and Discussed Migration and European Economy problems

Mark Rutte wished Ulf Kristersson and Discussed Migration and European Economy problems

Mark Rutte, the Prime Minister of the Netherlands, had a call with Ulf Kristersson, the Prime Minister of Sweden, to discuss issues such as migration and the European economy.  The conversation took place as Sweden prepared to take on the six-month presidency of the Council of the European Union. During the call, the leaders talked …

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Dutch Murder Total Increased 6% in 2022, Rotterdam Named New Murder Capital

Dutch Murder Total Increased 6% in 2022, Rotterdam Named New Murder Capital

Murders in the Netherlands rose by 6% in 2022, with a total of 133 victims in 128 cases, according to new statistics. This marks a 10% increase from the previous year. Rotterdam has been named the new murder capital, with 16 victims, followed by Amsterdam with 11. Most victims were male, and 12 were under …

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Nelson Mandela Bridge Repairs Successfully Completed, A12 Highway Reopened in Zoetermeer

Nelson Mandela Bridge Repairs Successfully Completed, A12 Highway Reopened in Zoetermeer

The A12 highway near Zoetermeer has been reopened to traffic in both directions after completing construction work on the Nelson Mandela Bridge. The road had been closed in recent days due to repairs on the bridge, which crosses the highway and is an important link for the city and the only connection to the Zoetermeer …

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Unseasonably Warm and Windy New Year's Eve and Day in the Netherlands

Unseasonably Warm and Windy New Year’s Eve and Day in the Netherlands

Netherlands: The country may set a new national record for the warmest New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day, with temperatures predicted to reach 15 degrees Celsius on Saturday and 14 degrees on Sunday. However, there will also be strong winds, with a Code Yellow Weather Warning in effect for some provinces on New Year’s …

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No Special Measures For China Travelers In The Netherlands As Of Now

No Special Measures For China Travelers In The Netherlands As Of Now

The Netherlands has not implemented any special measures or tests for travelers arriving from China due to the coronavirus outbreak there.  Officials from the Dutch health and foreign affairs ministries have indicated that they monitor the situation and will take action if necessary.  However, at this time, there are no new recommendations for people traveling …

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Norovirus Outbreak Disrupts Christmas Plans at De Klingelpoort In Arnhem

Norovirus Outbreak Disrupts Christmas Plans at De Klingelpoort In Arnhem

Residents of the De Klingelpoort residential care complex in Arnhem were looking forward to a festive Christmas dinner on Sunday, but an outbreak of Norovirus disrupted their plans.  Eight residents have become sick with the Norovirus, and as a result, everyone in the complex has been put into quarantine and is not allowed to leave their apartments. The norovirus outbreak at De Klingelpoort has …

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Dutch Government Announces €2.5 Billion in Support for Ukraine

Dutch Government Announces €2.5 Billion in Support Ukraine

The Dutch government has announced that it will provide financial support worth €2.5 billion to Ukraine in the coming year. This money will provide military assistance, assist with recovery efforts, and bring war criminals to justice. The Dutch defense minister stated that the Netherlands has already provided almost €1 billion in military support to Ukraine. …

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