Banning Ye would have been a fine piece of symbolic politics, yet no one dared to do it

This cheap drug can prevent heart attacks, but strict rules keep it from patients: ‘This can’t be true’

A cheap gout medication approved by the Dutch Medicines Evaluation Board has been shown to prevent heart attacks, but regulatory barriers are preventing heart patients from accessing it. Despite its effectiveness and low cost, the Dutch Ministry of Health has reportedly refused to adjust the legislation necessary to allow for its prescription.

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Jochem Myjer raises 162,964 euros for narcolepsy foundation through shows

Dutch comedian Jochem Myjer raised 162,964 euros for his foundation, Stichting Wakker Worden Wakker Worden, through two benefit performances of his show Net Alsof. The funds will support the fight against narcolepsy, a sleep disorder that affects his daughter.

Gasunie concerned about gas reserves for coming winter

Gasunie has expressed concerns that gas reserves in the Netherlands may not be replenished in time for the upcoming winter. The national gas infrastructure company warns that storage levels could fall short of necessary targets to ensure supply.

People and companies prosecuted for Hong Kong residential complex fire

Authorities in Hong Kong are prosecuting seven individuals and two companies following a fatal fire at the Wang Fuk Court residential complex last year. The charges, linked to renovation work at the site, include manslaughter, money laundering, and tax evasion.