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Lisa (29) from Amsterdam wants to protect women from 'prying' period apps

Lisa (29) from Amsterdam wants to protect women from 'prying' period apps

Lisa Volkers from Amsterdam has developed a privacy-focused menstruation app called Period to protect women's intimate data from being sold to third parties. The app offers a neutral design alternative to stereotypical gendered apps and has already gained tens of thousands of users concerned about data security.

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Marlies (52) finally follows her heart: ‘My career switch was labeled a step back’

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Marlies, a 52-year-old former lawyer, has decided to leave her career to prioritize personal fulfillment over professional status and financial gain. Despite societal expectations and the perception of her move as a step backward, she is choosing to follow her heart.

Weeronline: June will be warmer and drier than average

Weeronline: June will be warmer and drier than average

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The church service that has lasted 557 days: Aram (22) and his family face arrest and deportation the moment they step outside

The church service that has lasted 557 days: Aram (22) and his family face arrest and deportation the moment they step outside

The Babayants family has lived inside the Open Hof church in Kampen for 557 days to avoid deportation to Uzbekistan. Volunteers maintain a continuous church service to prevent police from entering, as Dutch law prohibits arrests during religious ceremonies. Members of the Protestant Church Castricum recently took over the vigil to support the family's ongoing struggle.

Bert (69) considers himself too difficult for a nursing home

Bert (69) considers himself too difficult for a nursing home

69-year-old Bert Hassink has chosen to end his life through euthanasia after a muscle disease left him physically incapacitated. He expressed that he felt unsuitable for a nursing home environment and preferred a self-chosen end to his suffering.

Heavy smoke at vacant building fire in Hoofddorp, person arrested

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