A memorial has been established at the Circus Renz site in Beverwijk following the death of 25-year-old junior chef Bernardo Renz in a traffic accident in Germany. Consequently, all scheduled circus performances in Beverwijk have been cancelled.
The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority (NVWA) arrested four individuals in North Holland on Wednesday for the illegal trade of veterinary medicines. During the operation, investigators seized a large quantity of prohibited substances.
Police discovered an illegal hookah tobacco production site in an Amsterdam warehouse on Tuesday, seizing over 3,100 kilograms of tobacco. The FIOD and Customs destroyed the production equipment, and it is currently unknown if any arrests have been made.
The football World Cup begins on June 14 with the Dutch national team's opening match against Japan. This article highlights nine venues in Amsterdam where supporters can watch the games on large screens.
The number of Dutch travelers contracting dengue fever is reportedly declining after a recent peak, though experts warn the disease is spreading globally. Survivors like Mai Lin Muis highlight the severity of the illness, which can cause extreme physical distress and life-threatening symptoms during travel.
The city of Haarlem has announced a €15,000 subsidy fund for 2026 to support creative night culture events aimed at youth under the age of 18. Organizers can apply for up to €2,500 per event for projects involving music, dance, fashion, and other arts, with applications closing on November 1st.