The Netherlands will hold its municipal elections on Wednesday, March 18, 2026. Voters across the country will head to the polls to elect local council representatives, with results expected to be announced later that evening.
A 44-year-old woman assaulted her husband with a deodorant can in their bedroom following a dispute over his excessive alcohol consumption. This incident was featured as part of a weekly series that examines local criminal law cases.
Australia has introduced draft legislation that would impose higher taxes on tech giants like Meta, Google, and TikTok if they do not pay local media companies for news content. The measure aims to ensure fair compensation for articles that generate significant traffic for these digital platforms.
Cyclists in parts of the Netherlands can receive green lights faster by using a smartphone app that communicates with smart traffic lights. The app alerts the lights to an approaching cyclist, effectively acting as a remote request button to reduce waiting times.
According to American media reports, President Donald Trump is reportedly unhappy with an Iranian proposal aimed at ending the conflict with the United States and Israel. The information is based on sources close to the matter.
Wijk aan Zee will receive 6.4 million euros from area investments to renovate community facilities including the local primary school, library, and sports hall. Despite the funding, several sports clubs in the area still face uncertainty regarding their future.