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No trains until 8 AM, followed by a hot and busy morning for travelers

A nationwide strike will halt all train services in the Netherlands until 8:00 AM on Wednesday. Dutch Railways (NS) warns that commuters should expect overcrowded stations and uncomfortable conditions...

US Senate votes against Iran war without Congressional approval

The United States Senate has passed legislation requiring Congressional approval for any military action against Iran, following a similar vote by the House of Representatives. While the bill aims to ...

Monkey escapes from Beekse Bergen and spotted several times in the area

A male crested mangabey escaped from Safaripark Beekse Bergen in Hilvarenbeek last weekend. The animal park confirmed that the monkey is not dangerous to humans or pets and has been spotted several ti...

Cristiano Ronaldo shines in Portugal win and reclaims World Cup record from Lionel Messi

Portugal defeated Uzbekistan 5-0 in Houston, with Cristiano Ronaldo scoring two goals to help his team bounce back from an opening-round loss. The victory also saw Ronaldo reclaim a World Cup record f...

15 years in prison for Raichel J. (26) and Claudjino P. (24) for shooting tobacco shop owner in Amsterdam-West

Reijnders sees Oranje growing, but many things still need to improve

Tijjani Reijnders spoke about the Dutch national team's progress at the World Cup following their 5-1 victory over Sweden. While noting a positive team atmosphere, he emphasized that several areas of ...

Significant nuisance from homeless in Gijsbrecht van Aemstelpark: feces, drugs and masturbation

The municipality of Amsterdam has received 69 reports of structural nuisance in Gijsbrecht van Aemstelpark, where homeless individuals are living in tents and engaging in public drug use and sexual ac...

The Killers singer to release new solo album after more than ten years

Brandon Flowers, the lead singer of The Killers, has announced that his new solo album titled Thrasher will be released on August 21. This marks his first solo project since 2015.

Haarlem opts for low-key New Year's Eve: no light show or fireworks from municipality or associations

Mayor Jos Wienen of Haarlem has announced that the city will have an understated New Year's Eve celebration for 2027. The municipality will not organize any fireworks or light shows, and local associa...

Parliament complains about infrastructure shortages, disagrees on solution

Political parties in the Dutch House of Representatives agree that additional funding is necessary for national infrastructure, yet they remain divided on where the money should come from. During a re...

Senate majority positive about housing control law

A majority of the Dutch Senate is in favor of a new law that provides the national government with more control over housing construction. During a debate on Tuesday, a coalition of parties including ...

Thijs Römer victims angry over theater play: 'Feels like a slap in the face'

Victims of actor Thijs Römer have expressed anger and distress regarding his new theater production, calling it a "kick in the teeth." Their lawyer, Maartje Schaap, stated that the women feel insulte...

Iranian president: Tehran will never negotiate on defense

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian declared that the country's missile program is not included in any preliminary agreements with the United States. He emphasized that Tehran will never negotiate its...

De Jonge: FVD member is an exception in Provincial Council for expense claims

Martin Bos, an FVD member of the Zeeland Provincial Council, reportedly charged 117 dinners to taxpayer funds over a two-year period. Hugo de Jonge, the King's Commissioner, stated that this excessive...

How to come back stronger after an injury, according to elite athletes: ‘Your brain has already practiced’

Sports psychologist Afke van de Wouw explains how athletes can return stronger from injuries by utilizing mental visualization and psychological training. This approach helps players maintain mental s...

Barn nitrogen emissions 9 percent lower due to buyout scheme

According to the Netherlands Court of Audit, buyout schemes for farmers have led to a 9 percent reduction in nitrogen emissions from stables over the last six years. While successive agriculture minis...

Major damage in collision on IJmuiderstraatweg in IJmuiden

Two passenger cars collided on the IJmuiderstraatweg in IJmuiden on Tuesday evening, causing significant damage to both vehicles. Authorities suspect that one of the drivers may have been operating th...

Are young people tough enough if the pressure of the 5.5 rule disappears? LAKS hands petition to Parliament. ‘This generation is being pampered too much’

The Dutch student organization LAKS has presented a petition with 38,000 signatures to the House of Representatives calling for the removal of the mandatory 5.5 average grade for final exams. The orga...

'Can't keep up with demand'. Ice cream parlors in IJmond work overtime due to tropical heat

Ice cream parlors in the IJmond region are experiencing high demand and working overtime as a result of approaching tropical temperatures. Business owners are preparing for the heatwave by ensuring th...

Who protects children from the sun at school and daycare? 'Should teachers also have to apply sunscreen to 36 kids?'

During a historic heatwave in the Netherlands, a debate has emerged regarding whether teachers or parents should be responsible for reapplying sunscreen to children at schools and childcare facilities...