A Dutch judge has ruled that the government may extend its contract with IT service provider Solvinity, dismissing a lawsuit filed by three citizens. The plaintiffs sought to block the extension due to concerns over the planned acquisition of the Dutch company by an American firm.
Recycle shop Droppie has announced plans to expand its operations by adding 70 new locations to shopping centers throughout the Netherlands. The shop, which currently operates in the country's four largest cities, offers customers a small fee in exchange for various types of recyclable waste.
Sports commentator Mart Smeets criticized the strict enforcement of rules in cycling following a dominant performance by Tadej Pogacar and the UAE team on Saturday. The team's display of strength serves as a significant warning to all other competitors in the field.
A Dutch parliamentary inquiry is holding hearings this week to investigate the reasons behind school closures during the COVID-19 pandemic. On Monday, pediatrician Károly Illy and former Education Minister Ingrid van Engelshoven will testify about the decision-making process. The public can follow the hearings live as part of the ongoing investigation into the government's pandemic response.
Five political parties in Rotterdam have concluded their negotiations to form a new city government. The coalition agreement is expected to be officially presented this Friday after final details were settled on Monday.
Former South Korean Justice Minister Park Sung-jae has been sentenced to 25 years in prison for his involvement in the martial law declaration of late 2024. The sentence follows his role in the power grab initiated by former President Yoon Suk-yeol.