Haarlem 'food rescuers' save 67,000 kilos of food from waste annually

Feelings of insecurity persist in Beverwijk city center: camera surveillance extended by two years

The municipality of Beverwijk has extended camera surveillance in its city center until 2028 to address persistent concerns regarding safety and public nuisance. In addition to the extension, three cameras will be relocated or adjusted to better monitor areas identified as problematic by local residents and business owners.

Amsterdam returns to court over Noorder IJplas wind turbines – but will give up if it fails this time

No needles, but light and sound: these are the latest techniques for more beautiful skin

Dr. Marguerite van Randwijck examines modern cosmetic techniques that use light and sound energy rather than needles to enhance skin appearance. This guide details how laser and energy-based treatments work and provides insight into their potential risks and benefits.

Irene de Bel on the fairy tale of inclusive education

Irene de Bel uses a metaphorical story about a triangle struggling to fit in among circles to illustrate the challenges of the Dutch inclusive education system, known as 'passend onderwijs.' The piece highlights the difficulties and feelings of inadequacy experienced by children who do not conform to standard educational norms.

Vijlbrief's gamble: unions will eventually compromise

Minister Vijlbrief is postponing significant cuts to state pensions and unemployment benefits while maintaining that budget reductions remain inevitable. He is gambling on future compromises from labor unions, who currently resist these measures.