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Convicted child rapist cleared for volleyball world championships

Dutch beach volleyball star Steven Van de Velde, convicted of raping a 12-year-old British girl, faces international condemnation as he's approved to compete in Australia. South Australian Premier Peter Malinauskas defends the controversial decision.

Child rapist athlete shocks beach volleyball world

Steven van de Velde, a Dutch-Australian beach volleyball athlete, is representing Australia at international competitions despite his 2016 conviction for raping a 12-year-old British girl. The shocking revelation has sparked outrage across the sporting wo

Vermont's autumn fury: Locals vs leaf-peeping tourists

As Vermont's legendary fall foliage reaches its peak, simmering resentment between residents and tourists boils over into parking disputes, traffic chaos, and shocking acts of vandalism across the picturesque state.

Duterte threatens to cut Netherlands ties over ICC probe

Former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte threatens to cut diplomatic relations with the Netherlands if International Criminal Court investigators enter the country, escalating his war crimes investigation standoff.

Sri Lanka Pioneers Sustainable Tourism Revolution

Discover how Sri Lanka is transforming its tourism industry through sustainable practices and community-focused initiatives, with Minor Hotels pioneering a new model for responsible travel in paradise.

Bonaire sues Netherlands in landmark climate case

In an unprecedented legal move, the Dutch Caribbean island of Bonaire is suing the Netherlands government for failing to protect its residents from climate change impacts, marking a historic moment in environmental justice.

Darfur war crimes suspect appears before ICC

Exclusive: Ali Muhammad Ali Abd-Al-Rahman, known as 'Ali Kushayb', faces charges of crimes against humanity in Darfur as International Criminal Court proceedings begin.

Amsterdam's new tourist scam: How to stay safe

British holidaymakers are being warned about a sophisticated new extortion racket targeting tourists in Amsterdam. Learn how to spot the signs and protect yourself from this cunning street crime.

Zaanse Schans windmills to charge entry fee

The world-famous Zaanse Schans windmill village in the Netherlands will begin charging international tourists an entry fee from 2025, while remaining free for Dutch residents in a bid to manage overtourism and preserve heritage.

Brits ditch UK for Netherlands and never return

Discover why a growing number of British expats are making the Netherlands their permanent home, citing superior cycling infrastructure, work-life balance, and cultural charm as reasons they're never returning to Britain.

Teen shot in Rotterdam McDonald's attack

A 14-year-old boy is fighting for his life after being shot inside a busy McDonald's restaurant in Rotterdam, Netherlands. Police have launched a major manhunt for the gunman.

Bali freezes hotel permits after flooding crisis

Indonesian authorities hit pause on new hotel and restaurant permits in Bali's most popular districts as rapid, unregulated development exacerbates severe flooding problems on the island paradise.

Liverpool turmoil: Salah future doubt, Gravenberch Euro snub

Exclusive: Liverpool FC faces a summer of upheaval as Mohamed Salah's future hangs in the balance, Ryan Gravenberch suffers a devastating Euro 2024 snub, and new boss Arne Slot confronts a major transfer dilemma that could define his Anfield reign.

Dutch police use water cannon on right-wing protesters

Dutch riot police used water cannons to disperse a right-wing demonstration in Rotterdam after protesters clashed with officers and attempted to breach barriers. The tense standoff resulted in multiple arrests.

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