Dutch Justice Minister David van Weel has decided that pepperspray will remain a prohibited weapon, despite earlier considerations to legalize it for self-defense against sexual violence. The minister concluded that legalizing the spray would be too dangerous, as attackers could potentially seize it and use it against the victims themselves.
Brazil has filed a complaint with the World Trade Organization (WTO) regarding import tariffs imposed by U.S. President Donald Trump. The Brazilian government claims that these tariffs are unjustified and inconsistent with WTO regulations.
ING predicts a record-breaking 245,000 residential property sales in the Netherlands this year. This growth is driven by an increase in housing supply and rising household incomes.
This article highlights seven recommended coffee shops and eateries located at or near Haarlem Station. It provides options for travelers looking to enjoy a meal, have a coffee, or work on their laptop while waiting for a train.
More Dutch citizens are choosing to travel by electric vehicle for their holidays, according to data from fast-charging company Fastned. The firm reported that charging sessions by Dutch drivers at its international stations increased by nearly 50 percent during the first three weeks of July compared to the previous year.
Construction has begun on a large grandstand along the Prinsengracht in Amsterdam, designed to accommodate 10,000 spectators for the upcoming WorldPride Canal Parade. While the construction work has caused noise disturbances for some tourists and residents, locals expressed optimism about the event's clean-up requirements and viewing opportunities.