"Protests Continue: UvA’s Silence on Student Action
A professor predicts that the strike is not the last, stating, “For me, this is a historic moment. I don’t think universities in the Netherlands have seen such a prolonged strike before. We will likely need to do this in the future with upcoming budget cuts, so this is ‘training the striking muscles’.” Despite the … Read more
"Russia Maintains Key Bases in Syria Despite Regime’s Fall"
Russia maintains its key naval and air bases in Syria, using them as a launchpad for operations in the Mediterranean and Africa, even after withdrawing forces from smaller outposts following the fall of its ally Bashar al-Assad’s regime. Satellite imagery reviewed on Tuesday shows no signs of Russian withdrawal from the naval base in Tartus … Read more
Norway’s richest person, Anders Holch Povlsen, became a billionaire in his teens by inheriting his father’s shares in the family’s retail conglomerate, Bestseller. He further expanded his wealth through investments in various companies, including Asos and United, a global e-commerce company. Povlsen is known for his low-key lifestyle and has given considerable amounts to charity, … Read more
Around 5:40 PM, shots were fired in the agricultural workers’ boulevard and campanillas street in a neighborhood called Laureles Pinos, located south of Culiacán. The incident resulted in three fatalities—a man and two women—and injured three others. Three Dead and Three Injured in Preliminary Toll of Shootout in Laureles Pinos, Culiacán Three people were killed … Read more
Dutch Ambulance Driver Reflects on A15 Alblasserdam Crash: Police Drop Charges and Fine
On December 2, 2024, an ambulance, a police car, and a delivery van collided on the A15 near Alblasserdam, the Netherlands. The ambulance, driven by 39-year-old Corstiaan, was carrying five people, including a critically injured patient. The police car was escorting the ambulance, and both vehicles had their sirens on and lights flashing. At high … Read more
Warm Delights for the Holidays: Savor Glühwein and Hot Chocolate at These Nearby Christmas Markets
This weekend is set to be lively in Zwijndrecht, with a Christmas market on Saturday. The event features 45 stalls selling a diverse range of products including Baubles, baby products, perfumes, clothing, honey products, and much more. There will also be performances and activities suitable for all ages. Title: The Warmth of the Season: Glühwein … Read more
Professor Sholihun has been inaugurated as a Full Professor (Guru Besar) at Gadjah Mada University, Indonesia. His research focus is on Density Functional Theory (DFT)-based Quantum Simulation. DFT is a computational quantum mechanical modelling method used in physics, chemistry, and materials science to investigate the electronic structure of matter. Prof. Sholihun’s work centers around improving … Read more
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2024/25 Holiday Schedule: Key Takeaways for Businesses
Summary: The upcoming Christmas and New Year holidays in 2025 require careful planning, considering national holidays and collective leave days in 2024 and 2025. Indonesia’s Ministry of Manpower has issued a new regulation (Surat Edaran Menteri Ketenagakerjaan Nomor t4/6/HK.04/xrr/2024) to guide companies on national holidays and collective leave. Key points include: National Holidays: Employees are … Read more
Mysterious drone sightings across the U.S., particularly in New Jersey and the Bronx, have sparked concern among residents and politicians. Drones have been spotted near a military base, with politicians, including Cory Booker, Kirsten Gillibrand, and Chuck Schumer, demanding answers from the FBI. Authorities insist these drones pose no security threat, but investigations continue. Title: … Read more
Solar Panel Shards Found in Surrounding Area After Fire in Ie – Omrop Fryslân
A major fire occurred at a company in IJlst, Netherlands, on January 13th. The fire, which destroyed a large warehouse of a machine factory, posed an explosion risk due to the presence of acetylene cylinders. The fire was so significant that it sparked an NL-alert across the heart of the Netherlands. The blaze also resulted … Read more