In the Netherlands, we’re closing our emptying prisons. What can other countries learn from how we did it? | Renate van der Zee
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In the Netherlands, we’re closing our emptying prisons. What can other countries learn from how we did it? | Renate van der Zee
The Dutch prison population has fallen by more than 40% – and awareness of the harms of harsh sentencing could explain why. Yesterday, I went to the cinema in the Dome prison in Haarlem. This ...7 hours ago -
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Ailing and silenced in prison, Belarus activist symbolizes the nation's repression
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Historic Jersey Shore amusement park closes after generations of family thrills
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Excerpts from Russian opposition leader Navalny's memoir show he knew he would die in prison
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Historic Amusement Park to Close After Nearly 100 Years
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‘We’re a powerhouse’: the Māori canoe and haka leading New Zealand into America’s Cup battle
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How Steve Ballmer went from selling brownie mix to owning the LA Clippers
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'I joked I'd give him £500 if he scored' – but did Trent experiment work?
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Nick Sirianni downplays chirping at Eagles fans after close home win over Browns
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Georgia coach Kirby Smart says he doesn't remember shoving Mississippi State QB Michael Van Buren Jr.
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Biden, surveying Milton's aftermath, announces $600M for rebuilding in Florida and other states
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Seoul Semiconductor's Patent Case Leads to LED Sales Ban in Eight European Countries
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