EU nations approve online child pornography legislation; Netherlands opposes

BRUSSELS – National governments can mandate companies to eliminate content associated with or searchable for child pornography from their platforms. Noncompliance could lead to penalties.
The Netherlands opposed the legislation, influenced by the House of Representatives, which recently voiced concerns about privacy issues. The House fears that monitoring for child pornography could extend to pri

Bilzen-Hoeselt-Riemst  (Brussels Morning Newspaper) – On Saturday, Nov 29, 2025, around 2 p.m., a 36-year-old driver fled police in Bilzen, Tongeren, and Hasselt. He attempted to hit officers, was arrested, charged with attempted manslaughter, and released under strict conditions.
As HLN News reported, on Saturday afternoon, Nov 29, 2025, around 2 p.m., a police chase unfolded in Bilzen and the

UN agencies report worsening conditions in North Darfur and Kordofan, with independent human rights experts warning that the collapse of protections after the city’s fall has increased risks for women and children.
Rapid Support Forces (RSF) seized control of El Fasher, the capital of Sudan’s North Darfur state, on October 26 after an 18-month siege depriving residents of food, medicine, a

STRASBOURG – “Expenditures are poised to surpass the agreed limit. The Commission urges the Netherlands to take immediate action,” stated an official from the European Commission.
The Commission’s autumn forecast projects a 7.3 percent increase in net expenditures for the Netherlands this year, significantly above the recommended maximum of 3.5 percent. Additionally, a 4.5 percent rise in net exp

Edegem (Eurotoday) – Edegem will remove all clothing containers by year-end after illegal dumping. Opnieuw & Co containers are first removed. Residents can still donate textiles at their Kontich and Mortsel stores.
As GVA News reported, Edegem, in the province of Antwerp, Belgium, will remove clothing collection containers from public areas. Authorities said the containers were attracting i

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Yermak was removed from his position following revelations by Ukrainian anti-corruption agencies that individuals close to Zelenskyy were involved in a scheme to divert approximately $100 million from Ukraine’s energy sector. Yermak, a long-time confidant of Zelenskyy and regarded as the second-most powerful figure in the Ukrainian government, has not yet faced charges.
The former adviser played a

Denmark appears to be making progress in its legal battle over the Femern Belt project. The Advocate General of the EU Court of Justice expressed support for Denmark regarding state aid for the fixed connection on Thursday.
This case emerged after Denmark provided financial assistance to the company managing the connection through capital injections, state loans, and guarantees.
In 2020, the EU Co

Genk (Brussels Morning Newspaper) – The Euromodelbouwbeurs in Genk opens this weekend at the Limburghal, featuring model trains, aeroplanes, boats, and cranes. The fair is a quarter larger than the previous edition.
As VRT News reported, this weekend, the Euromodelbouwbeurs opens at the Limburghal in Genk. This year, the fair will feature several extraordinary new pieces. Visitors can explore la

Officials report that global outbreaks are increasing rapidly as millions of children remain underimmunized due to COVID-19 pandemic disruptions.
“Measles is one of the most contagious respiratory viruses,” stated Dr. Kate O’Brien, WHO Director of Immunization, Vaccines, and Biologicals. “One person can infect up to 18 others. Many underestimate measles, but it is serious and ca