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Netherlands to Raise Fines for Illegal Vape Sales to €4,040

Nov 8, 2025

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Netherlands to Raise Fines for Illegal Vape Sales to €4,040

Penalties will rise to €2,040 for first-time offenders and €4,040 for larger companies starting July 2026.

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“Netherlands, Get Better!” Reflects on 15 Years of Black Activism

Nov 7, 2025

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“Netherlands, Get Better!” Reflects on 15 Years of Black Activism

Amsterdam Museum opens a new exhibition created with Nederland Wordt Beter, exploring how anti-racism movements reshaped Dutch society.

History

Community

Culture

University of Twente Drops "Cum Laude" Distinction for PhDs

Nov 7, 2025

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University of Twente Drops "Cum Laude" Distinction for PhDs

Honours will be removed from January over fairness concerns and lack of clear criteria.

Education

Netherlands Considers Adding Weight-Loss Drugs to Health Insurance Coverage

Nov 6, 2025

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Netherlands Considers Adding Weight-Loss Drugs to Health Insurance Coverage

Health institute launches new review of Wegovy and Mounjaro weight-loss medications after previously rejecting including them in the insurance coverage.

Health