One dead in Oldenzaal house fire

Have an e-bike? Get this bike rack, advises the Consumers' Association

The Dutch Consumer Association (Consumentenbond) has provided recommendations for bicycle carriers suitable for e-bikes. The advice focuses on identifying which models are the easiest to mount on a car and the most convenient to store when not in use.

'No, it is fundamentally unfair that a Zandvoort councillor is paid less than in Haarlem': Belinda Göransson has been a councillor for 20 years

Belinda Göransson, a long-serving council member, argues that it is unfair for representatives in smaller municipalities to receive lower pay than their counterparts in larger cities like Haarlem. She emphasizes that the responsibilities and workload are equivalent regardless of the size of the municipality.

Dreams come true for Suzan & Freek and Haevn on second day of Pinkpop

Dutch artists Suzan & Freek and the band Haevn performed for the first time at the Pinkpop festival in Landgraaf during its second day in 2026. Both acts achieved a significant career milestone by finally appearing on the lineup of this major Dutch music event.

Large emergency response to house fire in Amsterdam East

Person injured in fire and possible explosion at home in Amsterdam East

A fire and potential explosion at a residence in Amsterdam-East left at least one person injured on Tuesday afternoon. Emergency services responded to the scene on Ombilinstraat, where significant damage was reported to the building's entrance. Authorities are currently investigating the cause of the incident following reports of a loud bang from witnesses.