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Debate begins today on asylum law criminalizing illegality: "It is inhumane"

The Dutch Senate has begun debating a new asylum law that would criminalize illegal residency, a move that Amsterdam city officials and aid organizations describe as inhumane. Critics argue the law will prevent approximately 30,000 undocumented people in Amsterdam from accessing basic services like healthcare and education. Amsterdam has officially joined several other Dutch cities in opposing the legislation, with a final vote scheduled for April 21.

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US Navy Secretary leaves post immediately

US Secretary of the Navy John Phelan has resigned from his position effective immediately, according to an announcement from the Pentagon. No official explanation has been provided for the sudden departure.

After fireworks for deceased supporter Ronald, Telstar erupts as White Lions score three times. 'I’ve learned to stay calm'

Following a tribute to deceased supporter Ronald, Telstar secured a 4-1 victory against Sparta Rotterdam to boost their fight against relegation. Trainer Anthony Correia expressed confidence in the team's performance as they prepare for the final three matches of the season.

Search for person in the IJ, police helicopter deployed

Emergency services, including divers and a police helicopter, conducted a search for a person reported in the IJ river near Java-eiland and Amsterdam-Noord. Commercial shipping was halted as a precaution while fire crews and a drone team surveyed the water. The incident occurred late Wednesday evening following reports of someone falling into the river.

Tennis player De Jong loses in Madrid first round

Dutch tennis player Jesper de Jong was defeated in the first round of the Madrid Masters by Spain's Rafael Jódar. Despite winning the first set, the world number 109 lost the match 6-2, 5-7, 4-6 after more than two and a half hours of play.

Violent necklace robber who used pepper spray sentenced to 14 months

A man has been sentenced to 14 months in prison for committing five violent chain robberies at metro and train stations in Amsterdam. The perpetrator used methods including pepper spray and the "football trick" to overpower victims, several of whom will receive financial compensation for damages. Despite claiming to be a minor, fingerprint evidence confirmed the man was an adult at the time of the offenses.