Theater de Liefde in Haarlem is celebrating its fifth anniversary after establishing itself as a popular venue for cabaret, music, and performing arts. Founders Mylou Frencken and Simone Lensink reflect on the success of the initiative, which currently has a waiting list of nearly fifty volunteers.
The Netherlands has officially recorded its first heatwave of 2026 after temperatures in De Bilt reached 30.2 degrees Celsius. This occurrence equals the record for the longest heatwave in the month of June for the country.
A majority of the Dutch House of Representatives is calling for action to curb the excessive collection and resale of personal data by online companies. The proposal aims to restrict how businesses profit from user information gathered via cookies and account details.
Dutch coalition parties D66, VVD, and CDA have expressed a desire to preserve the village of Moerdijk, provided that long-term certainty can be guaranteed to prevent future debates. Both the coalition and opposition are currently dissatisfied with the decision-making process regarding the village's future.
A cyclist on a cargo bike was injured on Thursday morning after colliding with a bus on the Nassaulaan in Haarlem. The accident occurred late in the morning and resulted in injuries to the person on the bike.
As temperatures are forecast to reach 35 degrees Celsius, experts explain how individuals can train their bodies to better tolerate extreme heat using techniques similar to those used by athletes. The guidance clarifies why heat tolerance varies between people and provides practical advice for acclimating to the upcoming heatwave.