The municipality of Velsen has prioritized housing and livability in its 2022-2026 council program. Since 2022, 530 new homes have been completed, with an additional 1,250 units planned for the coming years.
Ajax will face Irish club Shelbourne FC in the third qualifying round of the Conference League at the Johan Cruijff Arena. The Dutch club expects to debut new signings Marc-André ter Stegen and Julian Brandt in a match where they are considered the clear favorites.
A 22-year-old Kruidvat employee named Aïsha Vis has gained international fame after a short dance video she recorded at work went viral with 26 million views. Despite the attention, she reassures customers that her job performance remains unaffected and explains why she does not seek a raise despite public support.
Two years after the implementation of the Affordable Rent Act in the Netherlands, experts observe that landlords are selling off their properties en masse. Critics argue that government policies have effectively stifled the rental sector, leaving little room for profitability.
The number of fast-food establishments in the Netherlands has doubled since 2007, according to data from Statistics Netherlands. Specifically, the city of Haarlem now hosts 220 such outlets, which aligns with the regional average relative to its population size.
The Leimuiderbrug continues to experience significant technical failures despite recent repairs, with a faulty hydraulic valve causing new traffic delays. The province of North Holland has decided to halt bridge openings for maritime traffic while investigations into the recurring mechanical issues proceed.