Fuel prices in the Netherlands have decreased this week, according to data from UnitedConsumers. As of Thursday, the price of a liter of gasoline has dropped by 5 cents, while the price of diesel has decreased by 6 cents compared to Monday.
On August 15, 2026, a commemoration will be held at the Lieflijk Indië residential group in Haarlem to mark the end of the Second World War in the former Dutch East Indies. The event honors victims of the Japanese occupation and explores the ongoing impact of the war on future generations through speeches and community gathering.
Extremely low water levels in the Rhine river are causing shipping capacity to decrease and transportation costs to rise for companies in the Netherlands and Germany. If these conditions persist, businesses may be forced to adjust their production levels.
Homebuyers continue to pay a premium for energy-efficient properties following the energy crisis. An analysis by Brainbay, the data subsidiary of the NVM real estate association, shows that this price difference has remained consistent over the past few years.
WorldPride continues in Amsterdam with several events scheduled for its final days. Participants are encouraged not to miss the remaining program as the festivities draw to a close.
The Dutch film 'Waar is mijn libido?', directed by Nina Broers, has won a Student Academy Award in the experimental film category. This prestigious international award recognizes excellence in student filmmaking.