Pension fund ABP and investment platform Rockfield are investing 350 million euros into the construction of rental housing specifically for students and starters in the Netherlands. The initiative seeks to provide affordable options for those struggling in the current housing market while offering a stable alternative to traditional stock and bond investments.
Three Dutch football clubs—NEC, FC Twente, and Ajax—are competing in the qualifying rounds to reach the main stages of European tournaments. NEC has already secured its spot, while FC Twente and Ajax must still navigate their respective paths to qualify.
Filmmakers have filed a lawsuit against Netflix after an unreleased film starring Nicolas Cage was stolen from the company's office in Los Angeles. The legal action follows the loss of the production due to the theft.
Fire stations across the Netherlands are experiencing a surge in burglaries targeting expensive equipment. In some areas, such as Zwammerdam, firefighters have begun removing and securing gear overnight due to the risk of theft while crews are sleeping.
The final canal in the Amsterdam neighborhood of De Houthavens was successfully filled with water from the IJ. Although officials originally estimated the process would take two days, the canal filled in less than an hour after a steel dam was breached.
With warm weather expected for the weekend of July 31 to August 2, various activities are planned throughout the city of Haarlem. Residents are encouraged to enjoy the summer season with these curated local tips rather than staying indoors.