A 19-year-old suspect from Vlaardingen will remain in pre-trial detention following a decision by the court in Alkmaar. He is accused of involvement in the kidnapping, hostage-taking, and assault of a 23-year-old man from Heemskerk on September 8 last year.
Saudi Aramco reported increased profits for the first quarter as high oil prices, driven by the conflict in Iran, offset operational challenges. Despite the financial gain, the company's exports have been disrupted by the near-total closure of the Strait of Hormuz to oil tankers.
A cyclist was seriously injured in a suspected single-vehicle accident on the Leidsevaart in Bennebroek during the night from Saturday to Sunday. Emergency services attended to the victim at the scene following the incident.
This article explores the history and architectural features of the Torensluis bridge, explaining its unusual width and the large square marked on the ground. It is featured as part of a weekly news roundup that covers liberation festivals and other local events.
Climate reporter Jeroen Kraan discusses the aftermath of a technical publication regarding climate models and their implications. He clarifies that, despite some optimistic interpretations, severe climate change disaster scenarios have not yet been ruled out.
A mobile toilet caught fire on Saturday evening at a construction site on Hoflaan in Beverwijk. Police have launched an investigation into the cause of the incident after flames rose high from the site.