The World Health Organization has declared the Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo and Uganda a public health emergency of international concern. Although the situation is serious, the organization stated that the outbreak does not yet meet the criteria for a pandemic emergency.
Climate reporter Jeroen Kraan discusses the impact of a new European CO2 tax in his weekly column. He argues that the levy will further increase the existing inequality in how carbon emission costs are distributed.
A group of 32 mudflat hikers was rescued from the Wadden Sea near Ameland on Sunday morning using rescue boats and a helicopter. The emergency services intervened after the group encountered difficulties during their trek.
Musician Danjil Tuhumena, known for his appearances on "The Voice of Holland," recently shared his experience battling a life-threatening liver disease. He credits his recovery and positive mindset to the strength he found through his faith and his passion for music.
67-year-old Gundolf from Zandvoort celebrated his return to living as a man with a baptism ceremony after spending 35 years as a trans woman. He expressed regret over his gender reassignment surgery and cited a religious calling as the reason for his decision.
Three people were killed during a large-scale drone attack on the Moscow region, according to statements from the local governor on Sunday. The official described the strike as a significant offensive targeting the area surrounding the Russian capital.