U.S. health authorities are implementing stricter monitoring for travelers arriving from or recently visiting the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Uganda, and South Sudan. The measures are being introduced in response to an ongoing Ebola outbreak in those African regions.
A gas station on Hoofdweg in Lijnden was robbed by multiple suspects on Wednesday evening. Police confirmed that one individual has been arrested in connection with the crime.
The municipality of Stadskanaal will provide emergency shelter for asylum seekers unable to find space at the Ter Apel reception center on Wednesday night. Mayor Klaas Sloots confirmed the initiative to ensure that no one is forced to sleep outdoors.
One year after leaving Ajax, coach Francesco Farioli reflects on his departure from Amsterdam and his recent title win with FC Porto in Portugal. Despite winning his first trophy with Porto, Farioli maintains that his achievements at Ajax were more significant than his success in Portugal.
Bas Eickhout of the GroenLinks-PvdA alliance is stepping down as a Member of the European Parliament after 17 years. Eickhout cited past relationships that were incompatible with his role, following the recent disclosure of his relationship with 25-year-old Austrian MEP Lena Schilling.
Dutch Foreign Minister Tom Berendsen has summoned the Israeli ambassador following reports of rough treatment of activists aboard the Global Sumud Flotilla. The fleet was en route to Gaza when the incident, which was captured on video, took place.