Ikea's second-hand corner had a slight scent of greenwashing

Congo bans copper and cobalt exports, Europe to feel the impact

The Democratic Republic of Congo has banned the export of copper and cobalt concentrates to encourage domestic processing of its mineral resources. This move aims to increase the value derived from the country's vast mineral deposits, a decision which is expected to impact international markets.

A free concert at Purmerplein and Cheeky Monday at Melkweg: what to do in Amsterdam this week

Commemoration of the end of World War II at Lovely Indies

On August 15, 2026, a commemoration will be held at the Lieflijk Indië residential group in Haarlem to mark the end of the Second World War in the former Dutch East Indies. The event honors victims of the Japanese occupation and explores the ongoing impact of the war on future generations through speeches and community gathering.

Amphibian review: Thor Braun is a strong storyteller who turns into a frog in seconds

Ajax eyes historic milestone this season: who will follow in Ricardo Kishna's footsteps?

Ajax is approaching a historic milestone in the Eredivisie, requiring 57 more goals to reach a total of 6,000 league goals. The club is currently tracking this progress to see which players will contribute to this achievement.