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12.06.2025

12.06.2025 โ€” Day Air India Flight Killed 290

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This page is an archive of main headlines from Netherlands for 12.06.2025.

It displays 99 headlines from many sources chronologically, as they appeared throughout the day, accompanied by AI overviews that were written in real time.

12.06.2025 โ‡ข Day Air India Flight Killed 290
โŒจA Boeing 787 Dreamliner carrying 242 passengers from India to London crashed shortly after takeoff, marking the first crash of this aircraft type. Initial reports suggested dozens of casualties, but by afternoon police confirmed no survivors among passengers. The death toll climbed to 290 as the aircraft struck student housing, killing dozens on the ground. Reports emerged of a possible British survivor, though confirmation remained unclear.

Dutch politics saw GroenLinks and PvdA members vote overwhelmingly to merge into a single party, concluding months of negotiations following their joint electoral success. Former Ajax player Quincy Promes was arrested at his Dubai residence in the evening.

Climate consciousness continued its decline among Dutch youth, with flight shame and consumption guilt diminishing significantly. The electricity grid expansion faced years of additional delays, while farmers demanded immediate glyphosate bans following new cancer research in rats.
12.06.2025
06:09
Metro

Natasja Froger op Mont Ventoux in Tour du ALS: โ€˜Anderhalve week geleden afscheid van mijn vriendin genomenโ€™

06:09
06:43

06:45โ‡ขCOVID Support Fraud Hundreds of Millions

โŒจThe newspapers report on escalating financial scandals and institutional failures across multiple sectors. An F-16 pilot wrongfully declared mentally unfit is claiming millions from the military (AD.nl), while entrepreneurs received hundreds of millions in excessive COVID support, with nearly 40% of NOW1 recipients reporting higher revenue losses than their tax filings showed (Het Financieele Dagblad). Climate consciousness appears to be waning among Dutch citizens, particularly younger generations, with flight shame, meat guilt, and consumption concerns declining significantly (de Volkskrant). The housing market faces continued pressure as experts advocate incentivizing elderly residents to leave larger homes for smaller accommodations to address the double aging challenge (NRC). Rail disruptions persist as calls mount to end NS strikes (Reformatorisch Dagblad).
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09:26

09:36โ‡ขAir India Flight Crashes With 240 Aboard

โŒจThe newspapers report on a major aviation disaster dominating coverage, with an Air India passenger flight bound for London crashing in India with over 240 passengers aboard (AD.nl, Reformatorisch Dagblad, de Volkskrant). Meanwhile, Dutch political discourse faces criticism as migration law expert argues the asylum debate focuses on EU policies largely beyond national control, with politicians making symbolic statements about "buttons they cannot touch" (NRC). Triodos Bank evaluates its international operations following its stock exchange listing, considering selling its German activities as part of reviewing foreign subsidiaries' viability (Het Financieele Dagblad). Middle East tensions prompt the US to withdraw diplomatic personnel from Iraq amid Iran escalation fears (Trouw).
09:44
10:09
Metro

Auto bij het strand kost soms 50 euro, maar in dรฉze kustplaatsen kun je (deels) nog gratis parkeren

10:09
10:18
10:51

11:09โ‡ขAir India Crash Kills Dozens in Residential Area

โŒจThe newspapers report on a major aviation disaster as an Air India passenger flight carrying 242 people crashed shortly after takeoff while en route to London, with at least thirty bodies recovered from buildings in a residential area (AD.nl, NRC, Het Parool, de Volkskrant, Reformatorisch Dagblad). The crash occurred in northwestern India, marking a significant international aviation incident. Meanwhile, Dutch summer concerns emerge as coastal parking fees reach 50 euros at some beach locations, though several seaside towns still offer free or partially free parking options (Metro Nieuws). Sports oversight faces scrutiny as reporting of inappropriate behavior in athletics decreases, raising questions about whether people remain willing to report misconduct (Trouw).
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12:14

12:16โ‡ขAir India Flight 242 Dead Confirmed

โŒจThe newspapers report on a major aviation disaster as Indian police confirm no survivors from the Air India passenger flight crash, with all 242 people aboard now declared dead (AD.nl, NRC, Het Parool, Reformatorisch Dagblad, de Volkskrant). The flight bound for London crashed shortly after takeoff in northwestern India, marking a complete shift from earlier reports of dozens killed to total fatalities. Meanwhile, Triodos Bank continues evaluating its international restructuring following its stock exchange listing, specifically considering the sale of its German operations while refocusing on Dutch markets (Het Financieele Dagblad). Dutch sports oversight faces continued scrutiny as fewer people report inappropriate behavior, raising concerns about willingness to come forward with misconduct allegations (Trouw).
12:31
13:48
Metro

Na zonneschijn komt hagel: flinke weeromslag op komst vanaf vrijdag

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14:56
15:13

15:15โ‡ขBritish Survivor Reported in India Crash

โŒจThe newspapers report on conflicting developments in the Air India crash story, with some sources suggesting a British passenger survived the disaster that killed over 200 people (NRC, Reformatorisch Dagblad). Meanwhile, Dutch politics sees a historic merger as GroenLinks and PvdA members vote to become one party (de Volkskrant). Housing policy faces new restrictions with income limits planned for mid-price rental properties to maintain affordability (Het Parool). The former lawyer for crime boss Taghi, previously arrested with fanfare, has been suddenly released (AD.nl). Agricultural concerns emerge as farmers' organization LTO calls for immediate glyphosate bans if cancer research proves accurate (Trouw).
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17:21
Metro

Politie waarschuwt automobilisten voor zorgwekkend fenomeen: โ€˜Wees alert op vluchtstrookbendesโ€™

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18:37โ‡ขPromes Arrested in Dubai

โŒจThe newspapers report on former Ajax footballer Quincy Promes being arrested at his Dubai residence (AD.nl), marking a significant development in ongoing legal proceedings. Dutch high school graduation results dominated coverage as thousands of students received their final exam outcomes, with teachers working behind the scenes to ensure accuracy on this crucial day (NRC). The telecoms sector sees Odido postponing its stock market listing until after summer, with private equity owners Apax and Warburg Pincus expecting better returns later in the year (Het Financieele Dagblad). Meanwhile, police warn drivers about "emergency lane gangs" targeting motorists on highways (Metro Nieuws), and Amsterdam veterinary clinics report on pets donating blood to help other animals (Het Parool).