Local Dutch politicians are increasingly using viral social media videos, ranging from humorous skits to unconventional language, to attract voters for municipal elections. The article explores whether these attention-grabbing tactics are effective or if they potentially damage the professional reputation of the candidates.
The A9 highway in the IJmond region will experience significant traffic disruptions for the next month due to lane reductions. Rijkswaterstaat expects delays of up to an hour and urges motorists to work from home to avoid the bottleneck.
Onshore wind energy expansion in the Netherlands reached its lowest point since 2017, with only 96 megawatts added in 2025. This stagnation is primarily driven by legislative uncertainty and the challenges posed by an increasingly congested power grid.
The European Broadcasting Union has warned the Norwegian Eurovision delegation that singer Jonas Lovv's performance was deemed too sexy during rehearsals in Vienna. Consequently, the act must be modified before the first semi-final takes place this Tuesday.
US President Donald Trump has rejected a proposal from Iran, labeling it as "completely unacceptable" in a post on Truth Social. Trump did not provide specific details regarding why the proposal from the Iranian representatives was dismissed.
Ajax faces the possibility of missing out on European football after a late goal by Mike van der Hoorn secured a win for FC Utrecht. The result significantly damages the club's league ranking and their aspirations for a Champions League spot.