The Dutch asylum seeker reception agency (COA) expressed shock following violent riots at an emergency shelter in Loosdrecht on Tuesday night. Rioters targeted the facility with fireworks and arson shortly after the arrival of fifteen asylum seekers, creating a frightening situation for both residents and staff.
Legal aid insurer DAS is calling on the Dutch government to take stricter action against rogue construction companies following an increase in scams targeting homeowners. Reports indicate that one in three homeowners has encountered fraudulent contractors who often appear prominently in online search results.
The municipality of Bloemendaal has withdrawn its plans for the redesign of the Bloemendaalseweg and the local shopping area following pushback from residents and business owners. Alderman Thessa van der Windt stated the project would be paused to address the lack of clear support for the current design.
The Haarlem Initiatievenschool is offering a series of free training sessions and workshops throughout 2026 to help residents develop social and sustainable projects for the city. These sessions cover topics like sustainable financing, community building, and navigating local politics to support community-driven initiatives.
A deal to construct a Trump Tower on Australia's Gold Coast has been cancelled just three months after it was initially agreed upon. The project developer cited the Trump brand's growing unpopularity and 'toxic' reputation as the primary reason for terminating the deal.
Nineteen schools, childcare organizations, and the municipality of Arnhem are advising parents to wait as long as possible before giving children smartphones. They also recommend that children under sixteen refrain from using social media to protect their development.