The Dutch Council of State has ruled that the 2022 decision to extend the processing period for asylum applications from six to fifteen months was unlawful. This ruling follows a similar judgment by the European Court of Justice regarding the backlog at the Immigration and Naturalization Service (IND).
The Dutch fire department has declared Phase 2, the highest warning level for wildfires, in fifteen regions across the country. This alert signifies an elevated risk of nature fires, urging increased vigilance due to dry conditions.
Renewed fighting has broken out between insurgents and Malinese government troops in the northern city of Kidal. Following a series of attacks across Mali on Saturday, rebels now claim to have taken control of the city as of Sunday.
SCW secured a dominant 4-0 victory over OFC, with Stan Eveleens capitalizing on a defensive error to help the team move closer to safety in the third class. With three matches remaining, SCW needs only two more points to officially avoid relegation and guarantee their spot in the league for next season.
SCW midfielder Tijn Schoof was recognized for his consistent performance in a match against OFC, despite his self-criticism over his scoring record this season. While teammate Cherinho Griffith started strong but faded, Schoof's steady play earned him praise from reporter Simon Evers.
The newspaper supplement AlleTijd features a 15-kilometer walking route through the dikes and polders of Wogmeer and Obdam. Hikers can explore the scenic rural landscape by following the route on their mobile devices.