After a ten-year campaign, residents of Amsterdam's Heintje Hoeksteeg will finally see their alley closed at night with gates to combat persistent drug dealing and public nuisance. The gates will be locked daily from 8:00 PM to 8:00 AM, following years of complaints about the alley being used as a public toilet and a hub for criminal activity.
The Trump administration has begun refunding more than $35.5 billion to importers after the U.S. Supreme Court ruled that the administration's import tariffs were illegal. The payouts are being distributed to companies that successfully petitioned for the return of duties they previously paid.
A fire broke out at an emergency shelter for asylum seekers in Loosdrecht during an anti-AZC demonstration. A spokesperson for the safety region confirmed the incident occurred while protesters were present at the site.
Saudi Arabia reportedly conducted secret retaliatory attacks against Iran in late March, according to Western and Iranian officials cited by Reuters. These strikes represent the first known instance of such direct military action by Saudi Arabia against Iranian territory.
A German family won a lawsuit and received 900 euros in compensation from their tour operator for failing to intervene in the practice of guests reserving pool sunbeds with towels. This ruling could set a precedent for travel organizations to take more action against such behavior, potentially impacting the experiences of Dutch vacationers.
The United Kingdom is deploying military assets, including mine-countermeasure drones and fighter jets, to restore shipping in the Strait of Hormuz following a blockade by Iran. Defense Minister John Healey announced the move after consulting with international partners, including the Netherlands.