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According to a new report by the World Wildlife Fund, wildlife populations have shrunk by an average of nearly three-quarters since 1970. However, there are major differences, as half of the studied animal groups remain stable or are growing. The other half of the populations is showing a decline.
The employers' association VNO-NCW is calling on political parties to cooperate more effectively and seek majorities together. Chairman Coen van Oostrom advises involving the opposition in this process. According to him, cooperation should happen with both left-wing and right-wing parties depending on the issue.
The municipality of Oldebroek is officially ending its LGBTI policy and will no longer fly the rainbow flag at the town hall. This decision by the Christian-conservative coalition stems from their coalition agreement. However, the mayor will attend the Coming Out Day celebration at the Kruiskerk, where the flag will be flown on Saturday.
A year ago, it was still packed during the Day Lecture at the WTC in Leeuwarden. Now the organization cancels the rave party. “It's just very difficult.” That and more in today's news overview.
A year ago, it was still packed during the Day Lecture at the WTC in Leeuwarden. Now the organization cancels the rave party. "It's just very difficult."
A year ago, it was still packed during the Day Lecture at the WTC in Leeuwarden. Now the organization cancels the rave party. "It's just very difficult."
Hunter Peter van Kempen from Reduzum is concerned about the future of goose hunting in Friesland. He fears that the provincial government will impose strict limitations on hunting greylag geese within a few years. According to him, hunters feel sidelined by the province.
The Comprehensive Cancer Organisation Netherlands expects a sharp rise in cancer diagnoses over the next 20 years. By 2045, nearly 170.000 new cases are projected annually, compared to around 136.000 today. Researchers state that these figures align with expectations.
Because the tenant does not pay the Excelys Group, the contract with this owner of camping De Wielen has been terminated. And with that, the municipality of Leeuwarden is now suddenly the campsite owner.
The renewed Vodafone and Ziggo shop on Nieuwestad in Leeuwarden has officially opened. After a thorough renovation, the location has been set up as a so-called ‘neighbourhood store’, where customers can go for personal help and advice on digital questions. Robin Kroes, Director Consumer Market of VodafoneZiggo, opened the store together with Alderman Abel Reitsma by cutting the ribbon.
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