After Israeli fans were assaulted in Amsterdam following a soccer game, Dutch authorities reported that the attacks were fueled by social media calls to target Jewish people, leading to hospital treatment for five individuals and dozens of arrests. The violence was condemned as antisemitic by authorities in Amsterdam, Israel, and across Europe, with tensions escalating ahead of the Europa League match between Ajax and Maccabi Tel Aviv. The incidents shattered Amsterdam’s image of tolerance, prompting increased security measures at Jewish institutions and a strong response from Israeli and Dutch officials, as well as condemnation of the violence from around the world.
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Network of Victorian tunnels discovered under massive Surrey sinkhole
A significant sinkhole, measuring 19 meters in length, formed on Godstone High Street in Surrey, prompting the evacuation of over 30 homes. During investigations, engineers uncovered a network of 150-year-old Victorian tunnels, revealing potential connections to the sinkhole's collapse. While Surrey County Council is working to address the situation, including plans for a pedestrian route and compensation for affected residents, community members expressed frustration over the delay in acknowledging the village's historical mining background. Full...
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