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Minister confirms: Buitenhuizer Bridge to remain out of service throughout 2026. 'We must stay within financial reality'

Minister confirms: Buitenhuizer Bridge to remain out of service throughout 2026. 'We must stay within financial reality'

Dutch Infrastructure Minister Vincent Karremans confirmed that the Buitenhuizerbrug will remain out of service throughout 2026 due to budget constraints. In a letter to the Haarlem Yacht Club, the minister stated that Rijkswaterstaat must prioritize operations within its current financial reality.

Dutch national team player ratings: one failing grade and praise for Crysencio Summerville

Dutch national team player ratings: one failing grade and praise for Crysencio Summerville

The Dutch national team experienced a disappointing start to the 2026 World Cup after their opening group match against Japan. Former international Kees Kist evaluated the squad's performance, specifically praising attacker Crysencio Summerville while giving one unnamed player a failing grade.

Welmoed Sijtsma moves to RTL and gets own late-night show

Welmoed Sijtsma moves to RTL and gets own late-night show

Welmoed Sijtsma is moving from broadcaster Omroep WNL to RTL, where she will launch her own late-night talk show on RTL 4 in early 2027. She will become a regular host for the network's late-night programming alongside Renze Klamer.

Haarlem residents sought for photo project

Haarlem residents sought for photo project

The 'Ik zie jou' photo project is seeking ten Haarlem residents to be paired with local newcomers for a series of interviews and portraits based on shared interests. These stories and photographs will be showcased in an outdoor exhibition in Haarlem's city center this September. Interested participants can apply through the Museum of Humanity website until June 21, 2026.

After years on the council, Lian Heinhuis is now an alderman: "It's still taking some getting used to"

After years on the council, Lian Heinhuis is now an alderman: "It's still taking some getting used to"

Lian Heinhuis has been officially sworn in as an alderman in Amsterdam after serving several years as a city council member and faction leader. She will manage various portfolios including sustainability, waste management, and a new "Outdoor Play" initiative focused on improving urban public spaces for children.