Schiphol unions threaten industrial action over security guard working conditions

Shortage of women leads to lucrative trade in fake brides in China

A shortage of women in China has led to a lucrative illicit industry where intermediaries charge large sums of money to connect men with brides. This practice has resulted in severe financial losses for many families who exhaust their savings to participate.

Roads around Coen Tunnel closed every weekend in August for maintenance

Norway's sovereign wealth fund reports record profit in first half of year

Norway's sovereign wealth fund reported a record profit for the first half of this year, driven largely by the rising value of technology stocks. The fund currently manages assets totaling more than 1,990 billion euros.

Gas prices rising again due to uncertainty in the Middle East

Gasoline and diesel prices at pumps in the Netherlands are rising again due to ongoing geopolitical uncertainty in the Middle East. The lack of an agreement between Iran and the United States continues to fuel instability in global oil markets.

Dutch holidaymakers trapped: criminals hijack Booking.com chat to strike

Dutch holidaymakers using the Booking.com platform have fallen victim to a persistent fraud scheme where criminals hijack hotel chat conversations. Investigations reveal that approximately fifteen victims have been targeted, highlighting significant security concerns for users of the booking service.