A homeowner in Amsterdam's city center must remove a roof terrace and external staircase by June 2026 or face a 10,000 euro fine. A judge rejected the owner's claim that a building permit from 1896 authorized the structure, noting that the terrace only appeared on aerial photos around 2012. The court ruled that enforcing regulations against unauthorized structures serves the public interest.
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.
An explosive went off at a residence on Fröbelstraat in Haarlem during the night between Saturday and Sunday. The blast caused damage to the front door, and local police have launched an investigation into the incident.