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The front page of de Volkskrant features a mix of domestic and international news. Top stories include a report on medical supply waste, government housing initiatives, and inflation rates. International coverage focuses on the ongoing conflict in Ukraine with live updates, and a US political…
Two pharmacy assistants are fighting a system that promotes waste, questioning why hundreds of thousands of euros worth of medical supplies aren't more widely salvaged before incineration.
The Dutch cabinet has identified five new locations to speed up the construction of new housing, addressing a critical shortage.
Inflation in the Netherlands continues to be significantly higher than the target rate, standing at 3.3 percent in August.
A growing number of children are alive ten years after their cancer diagnosis, although significant disparities in survival rates persist.
The Spanish football federation has decided to cover the costs of egg cell freezing for players of the national team.
Thai authorities have detained individuals suspected of prostitution, reportedly in anticipation of American sailors arriving.
A jury has reached a swift verdict, convicting a former gang member for the murder of rapper Tupac Shakur, which occurred over three decades ago.
US Army Secretary Driscoll is stepping down following escalated tensions with Defense Secretary Hegseth.
Politician Bontenbal is calling on the Dutch cabinet to offer a free resilience training course to all citizens.
The city of Lisbon is considering replacing its historic but accident-prone tram system with a new, modern alternative.
Liverpool Football Club has reportedly spent 144 million euros to sign French player Barcola, continuing their high spending.
Lionel Messi has announced his retirement from international football with Argentina, with the assessment that he has nothing left to contribute.
Politician Van der Staaij criticizes the Dutch House of Representatives for not acting decisively enough during the COVID-19 pandemic, stating that emergency powers were not properly managed.
Intense Russian airstrikes on Kyiv are ongoing, with reports of at least 12 fatalities overnight. Other updates include four deaths from a large Russian attack and fighter jets deployed over Latvia.
After two days of discussions, coalition parties have finally agreed on the budget for the upcoming year, while the opposition is holding back its reaction.
Ministers Jetten and Heijnen are refusing to disclose specifics of the newly reached budget agreement, stating that details will be made public on Budget Day.
