haarlemsdagbladJun 2, 2026, 04:00

Man who stalked his ex: I wasn't myself. This was a different E. in a manic episode

A man appeared in court for stalking his ex-girlfriend in Leiden throughout several months in 2025, including placing GPS trackers on her car and sending threatening messages to her family and friends. The defendant claimed his actions occurred during a manic period and resulted in the violation of a court-ordered contact ban.

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Based on reporting by haarlemsdagblad. Translated and condensed by LocalHeadlines.

Several hospitals less accessible due to nationwide KPN outage

A national KPN network outage caused by a cooling system failure has disrupted telephone services at several hospitals across the Netherlands, including UMC Utrecht and Maastricht UMC+. Affected hospitals are currently utilizing alternative contact numbers to ensure they remain reachable while technical teams work to resolve the widespread connectivity issues.

Alcohol-monitoring anklet to be introduced for alcohol-fueled violence and DUI offenders

The Dutch parliament is moving to introduce mandatory alcohol-monitoring ankle bracelets for offenders convicted of alcohol-fueled violence or severe traffic offenses. The device will monitor alcohol consumption 24/7 via skin sweat samples, providing a more reliable alternative to traditional periodic testing.

Monumental villa in Amsterdam goes from energy label G to A++ thanks to canal water

A monumental office villa in Amsterdam is improving its energy efficiency from label G to A++ by utilizing an innovative aquathermy system powered by nearby canal water. This sustainable project also includes roof-mounted solar panels and window insulation, offering a model for how historic buildings can adopt renewable energy sources.

Videoland cleared to acquire Viaplay, gaining F1 and Premier League rights; no changes for subscribers yet

Videoland parent company DPG Media has received approval to acquire Viaplay Netherlands for 142 million euros, bringing sports content like Formula 1 and Premier League football under its umbrella. There will be no immediate changes for existing subscribers as both platforms continue their current operations during the transition.

Ben Cramer undergoes heart surgery for the third time: 'Doesn't happen every day'

Singer Ben Cramer is undergoing his third heart valve surgery following persistent health issues that surfaced after a motorcycle accident last year. The veteran performer, known for his 1971 hit De Clown, expects a swift recovery and plans to return to the stage as early as next month.