“Why Urgent Care Shouldn’t Come with a Price Tag: Perspectives from Sociologist Jansje van Middendorp”

“Why Urgent Care Shouldn’t Come with a Price Tag: Perspectives from Sociologist Jansje van Middendorp”

It feels very unfair that this amount differs per municipality. In addition, it is very bad to burden this group, which is already experiencing a lot of stress, with this payment,” says sociologist Jansje van Middendorp of Radboud University. “People who request urgent care are in a difficult situation. That group should be made as … Read more

“Affordable Housing Market Outlook: Good News for First-Time Buyers as House Prices Expected to Fall”

“Affordable Housing Market Outlook: Good News for First-Time Buyers as House Prices Expected to Fall”

Good news for first-time buyers on the housing market: owner-occupied houses will be slightly more affordable around the autumn. This is because incomes are rising and house prices are likely to fall further. Although house prices are falling, first-time buyers now spend a little more per month than last year, De Nederlandsche Bank (DNB) reports. … Read more

High Prevalence of Rheumatic Heart Disease in South Auckland Pasifika Adults: New Medical Study

High Prevalence of Rheumatic Heart Disease in South Auckland Pasifika Adults: New Medical Study

A recent medical study has revealed that up to 1 in 50 young Pasifika adults residing in South Auckland may be affected by rheumatic heart disease. The research showed that the prevalence of the condition in Counties Manukau is similar to that found in Africa, with the region historically being a national hotspot for rheumatic … Read more

Valentino Vintage Boutiques Now Sustainable and Transformed

Valentino Vintage Boutiques Now Sustainable and Transformed

Each vintage boutique has been carefully selected by Valentino. The main focus was on their own identity and offering a unique collection that represents the city and local culture. On April 18, the stores were ‘taken over’ by the Italian fashion house and have undergone a real transformation. What does that look like? Think of … Read more

Young Aussies prioritize hobbies over buying homes and taking out loans

Young Aussies prioritize hobbies over buying homes and taking out loans

In today’s fast-paced world, it’s important to take a moment to unwind and pursue activities that bring us joy. More and more, Millennials are recognizing the importance of hobbies and habits as a way to de-stress and find balance in their lives. From knitting to gaming, this generation is splurging on surprising items in the … Read more

Couple Fights Against Municipality’s Alleged Arbitrariness in Allowing Permanent Residence in a Holiday Park

Couple Fights Against Municipality’s Alleged Arbitrariness in Allowing Permanent Residence in a Holiday Park

Ruud and Tiny van Laarhoven are furious. They have asked 911 questions to the municipality of Baarle-Nassau, but have not received any answers despite a court ruling. The municipality believes that the couple is abusing the Open Government Act (Woo). But the couple only wants to show that the municipality uses arbitrariness when allowing permanent … Read more

“European Central Bank Rate Hike Causes Mortgage Loan Interest Rates to Soar”

“European Central Bank Rate Hike Causes Mortgage Loan Interest Rates to Soar”

In comparison, in February 2022, the rate for a similar loan was… 1.43%. This increase is due in particular to the very high inflation, and to the rise in rates practiced by the European Central Bank (ECB) in an attempt to calm the game on the financial markets. February 2023 is therefore the first month … Read more

China Enforces Export Restrictions while EU Practices Green Imperialism – Thai Examiner

China Enforces Export Restrictions while EU Practices Green Imperialism – Thai Examiner

As exports from China continue to face challenges with new regulations and restrictions imposed by the government, the European Union is upping the ante with its efforts to limit the import of environmentally damaging products. This move by the EU to protect the planet has also been dubbed as “green imperialism” by some critics. In … Read more

Our new home was just demolished, now we are being destroyed.

Our new home was just demolished, now we are being destroyed.

More problems after reinforcement Research by the University of Groningen shows that more Groningen residents continue to have complaints once their reinforcement process has been completed. Earthquake coach Melanie Postma also sees this in practice. Postma works for the municipality of Groningen and helps victims. ‘People struggle with all sorts of things once they’ve completed … Read more