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Business owners devastated after devastating fire in Zwaanshoek

A massive fire in Zwaanshoek has destroyed several businesses, including a long-standing family construction company and an automotive garage, leaving owners devastated by the loss of their property and history. While firefighters saved a nearby garden center and some vehicles were salvaged, the buildings collapsed following reports of an explosion. Police forensic teams are currently investigating the site to determine the cause of the blaze.

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Pride events at Homomonument can go ahead as residents lose court case

A judge has ruled that WorldPride events near the Homomonument in Amsterdam can proceed as scheduled, rejecting a plea from local residents to cancel them due to noise concerns. The court determined that the residents failed to provide sufficient evidence that the events pose immediate risks of hearing or health damage.

Train tickets and subscriptions are generating profit for NS again

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Fitz-Jim moves to Torino, Ajax receives around 3 million euros for the midfielder

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Millions of Europeans have voted on new banknote designs

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