Colleagues and the Dutch Heart Foundation are mourning the death of presenter Bas Westerweel, who passed away following heart problems. Broadcaster AVROTROS described him as a familiar face and praised his commitment and energy. Westerweel served as an ambassador for the Heart Foundation, which expressed shock at his passing.
Three Dutch trade unions have threatened national industrial actions starting May 30 unless the government cancels planned budget cuts to social security benefits. Despite the threat, experts remain skeptical that these calls will lead to massive or widespread strikes across the country.
The Belgian broadcaster VRT has announced that Belgium is unlikely to participate in the 2027 Eurovision Song Contest. The broadcaster is calling for the EBU to take a stronger stance against war and violence while promoting respect for human rights.
HBC moved into third place in the fourth division after a 1-4 victory over DEM under interim coach Jasper Ketting. The team is now just one win away from securing a spot in the promotion playoffs.
The Dutch government faces declining public support as a new CO2 tax is set to increase gas bills for households. With energy prices already high and alternatives scarce, the additional costs are creating further political challenges.
Police in Amsterdam are warning about 'WhatsApp girls' houses,' where children as young as 11 share personal photos and videos that may be monitored by anonymous adults. These channels often require auditions and share sensitive location data, leading to concerns about sexual exploitation and the permanent nature of the shared media.