haarlemsdagbladJun 8, 2026, 11:38

Class action lawsuit over cervical cancer screening data breach

The Women’s Rights Collective has launched a mass claim against the laboratory Clinical Diagnostics following a data leak that compromised the medical records of hundreds of thousands of women. The breach occurred last year during a national cervical cancer screening program, and affected individuals are now being encouraged to sign up for compensation.

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

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.

Companies are investing mainly in machinery, defense equipment and computers

Business investments in the Netherlands rose by 1.8 percent in August, driven primarily by expenditures on machinery, defense equipment, and computers. Despite this growth, Statistics Netherlands warns that the overall investment climate remains difficult due to weakening export performance and lingering economic uncertainties.

Albert Heijn parent company had to make a decision 'within 15 minutes': 'No time to consult CEO'

Ahold Delhaize proactively took the websites and apps for Albert Heijn and Etos offline after detecting suspicious server activity, acting in under fifteen minutes. Although the move caused temporary disruptions, cybersecurity experts have commended the company for its rapid and effective response to the potential cyberattack.

Cunning criminals insert chip into gadget to plunder bank accounts: Coolblue and Bol take action

Dutch retailers such as Coolblue and Bol.com have suspended the sale of Ledger cryptowallets after criminals tampered with the devices by installing hidden chips to steal cryptocurrency. Although manufacturers confirm the tampering happened after production, retailers are taking precautionary measures to protect customers, even in the absence of local incident reports.

Jumbo recalls pulled chicken due to possible raw chicken content

Jumbo is recalling its pulled chicken product because it may contain raw poultry, which carries a risk of salmonella or campylobacter infection. Customers can return the product to any Jumbo store for a full refund without needing a receipt.