Dutch police and the National Cyber Security Center (NCSC) have dismantled a massive botnet consisting of at least 17 million infected devices. The network, which included computers, tablets, and smartphones, was being controlled to carry out various cyberattacks.
A 28-year-old man from The Hague was arrested on Thursday afternoon after claiming to have a bomb at the city hall. Police reported that no explosives were found on the suspect following the suspicious situation.
The political parties D66, VVD, and PRO have formed a new governing coalition in Heemstede, focusing on policy continuity for the next four years. The new municipal executive board is scheduled to be officially installed on June 8.
Haarlem is set to launch a new reporting center for street safety and nuisance following months of preparation. The municipality aims to provide a single, recognizable channel for residents to report concerns about safety in their neighborhoods.
The European Commission announced that the Netherlands will receive the first doses of Favipiravir, an experimental antiviral drug for treating hantavirus. While no treatment is currently approved, the European Medicines Agency has deemed the drug suitable for use in clinical trials.
Students and teachers gathered at Bonhoeffercollege for a climate exam held one day after the conclusion of official final exams. The test featured questions on topics such as the Paris Agreement and required participants to perform environmental calculations.