Ajax supporter and player buses were pelted with objects by FC Groningen fans following a match, leading to an intervention by riot police. At least one arrest was made as a confrontation broke out between opposing supporters. The buses, which sustained some damage, have since resumed their journey back to Amsterdam under police escort.
Activists from Animal Rebellion held a funeral procession in Haarlem to protest the annual culling of 100,000 geese in North Holland. The group delivered a formal letter of complaint to provincial deputy Jelle Beemsterboer at the provincial headquarters to voice their opposition to current wildlife management policies.
Dutch Minister of Social Affairs Hans Vijlbrief announced that the cabinet will present a proposal to bring labor unions and employers back to the negotiating table. This statement follows an ultimatum issued by the unions on Monday.
Cultural organization Podia Heemstede will host an open day at theater De Luifel on Sunday, May 17. The event will feature a talent show and provide a preview of the upcoming theater season.
Dutch cyclist Pieter Weening achieved a double victory at the 2011 Giro d'Italia by winning a stage and claiming the pink jersey. This milestone occurred one day after a silent march was held to honor the memory of Wouter Weylandt, who had tragically passed away during the competition.
