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The front page of NRC features a mix of domestic and international news. Key domestic stories include an analysis of the Dutch government's silence on climate change despite a hot summer, and an analysis of the paradoxes within the Dutch economy concerning its prosperity versus eroding…
Despite a summer of record-breaking heat and drought, Prime Minister Jetten's cabinet, which includes a former climate minister, has been notably silent, largely for political reasons.
Following a minimum age requirement for social media, Australia is now proposing a digital duty of care for social media companies and aims to curb algorithms, giving users more control over what they see.
An economics blog update notes that Trump is removing additional restrictions on the emissions from fossil fuels.
The left-wing bloc holds a slim lead in Sweden's elections, with the final results potentially not known until Wednesday, and incumbent Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson's right-wing bloc close behind.
Russian drones targeted a train shortly after European diplomats passed through, prompting Poland to increase its state of preparedness amidst ongoing attacks on Ukraine.
Keja Klaasje Kwestro won the prestigious Theo d'Or award for her impressive lead role in the theater production 'F*CK LOLITA', showcasing her performance across the stage.
As the minority coalition prepares to present its first budget, the Dutch economy faces a paradox: external prosperity masks rapidly eroding foundations, raising questions about its long-term sustainability.
Major AI companies, including Anthropic, are expressing a united front, urging for a slowdown in AI development and the implementation of supervision, with concerns about rapid advancements.
