Amsterdam civil servants are taking the train instead of flying more often than before

Ordering from webshop de Bijenkorf barely possible anymore

The Dutch department store de Bijenkorf is currently experiencing significant issues with its online ordering system. Customers are only able to purchase items that are currently in stock at physical store locations, while all other products are listed as sold out online.

Explosive Ordnance Disposal Service investigates object in bushes near Floraweg in Amsterdam-Noord

Fire on balcony of Slotermeer home after loud bang, explosive likely thrown

A fire broke out on the balcony of an apartment in the Slotermeer neighborhood of Amsterdam late yesterday evening following a loud explosion. No injuries were reported, and the police have launched an investigation to identify those responsible for throwing the suspected explosive.

Deposed Syrian dictator Assad sentenced to death in absentia

Fuel prices rise again as hopes for peace fade

Fuel prices at the pump in the Netherlands have risen again after a short period of decline. This increase is driven by rising oil prices due to diminishing hopes for a quick reopening of the Strait of Hormuz.