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The front page of NRC discusses hybrid warfare by Russia against Europe, with an interview on urban mobility and parking policies in Rotterdam. Economic news includes AkzoNobel's sale of Asian operations, a report on schoolbooks being treated as disposable, and G7 nations releasing oil reserves…
European leaders are warning of escalating Russian hybrid warfare, with intelligence services reportedly becoming more violent. Russia is recruiting ordinary citizens for operations, but the strategy behind them is sophisticated.
Urban mobility professor Marco te Brömmelstroet argues that the discussion about paid parking in Rotterdam should focus on what citizens value most for their streets, rather than just costs and privilege.
AkzoNobel is selling its paint activities in Asia for 1.2 billion euros and is now focusing on a potential merger with Axalta.
The Dutch Authority for Consumers and Markets (ACM) reports that schoolbooks are still considered disposable products.
G7 countries have agreed to release 100 million barrels of oil and diesel from European reserves, responding to a threat of export bans from the US.
The United States attacked an alleged drug boat in the Caribbean Sea on Sunday, killing four individuals described as 'narcoterrorists'.
Twelve B-1 bombers were hastily returned to the US from RAF Fairford in the UK following new information about an Iran-backed plot against the base.
Flavio Bolsonaro secured over 47% of the vote in the first round of Brazil's presidential election, while incumbent Lula da Silva received 45%, indicating a continued contest.
A strong link exists between mental health issues and smartphone use, prompting scientists to call for regulations on tech companies to safeguard young people's well-being.
The total amount of student debt has decreased for the first time, standing at 28 billion euros in early 2026, though the average debt per student continues to increase.
