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Politics on the Amstel: emergency debate on Oostbrug cost explosion and VVD finally shows its teeth

Politics on the Amstel: emergency debate on Oostbrug cost explosion and VVD finally shows its teeth

Following the summer recess, the Amsterdam city council held an urgent debate regarding the undisclosed cost increases for the Oostbrug project. The discussion featured scrutiny of Alderman Melanie van der Horst by both the opposition and her own political allies.

US refunds 800 million euros in illegal duties to German companies

US refunds 800 million euros in illegal duties to German companies

The United States has refunded nearly 800 million euros in unlawfully collected import duties to German listed companies. Between October and June, the U.S. government returned approximately 66 billion euros in total to various entities.

Raid on Zeeland fish company suspected of trading in poached carpet shells

Raid on Zeeland fish company suspected of trading in poached carpet shells

The investigative branch of the Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority (NVWA-IOD) raided a Zeeland-based shellfish company on Wednesday. Authorities suspect the business of illegally harvesting, purchasing, and reselling carpet shells.

Police investigate six missing persons cases after hundreds of tips on identity of 'Lucky'

Police investigate six missing persons cases after hundreds of tips on identity of 'Lucky'

Police in Amsterdam are investigating six potential identities for a man nicknamed 'Lucky,' who has been unable to communicate since suffering a stroke in 2023. Over 500 tips were received after authorities released video footage of the man, leading to prioritized investigations into six missing persons cases.

Marijke Vuik sees SME investments decline: 'Entrepreneurs are longing for peace and stability'

Marijke Vuik sees SME investments decline: 'Entrepreneurs are longing for peace and stability'

Marijke Vuik, the new chair of MKB-Nederland, warns that investments in small and medium-sized enterprises are declining due to a lack of stability. She emphasizes that while she remains hopeful, the current economic climate is placing significant strain on entrepreneurs.