haarlemsdagbladMar 23, 2026, 16:42

Operation ‘Game Over?!’ nets police series of suspects

The Dutch police have launched a public campaign called "Game Over?!" to identify 100 suspects involved in scamming elderly victims through fraudulent schemes. Images are being displayed on digital screens and social media, with 25 suspects originating from the Noord-Holland and Zuid-Holland regions. Nine individuals from these areas have already been identified and their photos removed from the public search.

Netherlands World

Read original ↗

Based on reporting by haarlemsdagblad. Translated and condensed by LocalHeadlines.

Mixed feelings at Dam Square after major US Democratic victory: "It makes me emotional"

Americans visiting Amsterdam on Dam Square shared mixed reactions to the recent U.S. midterm election results, which saw significant gains for the Democratic party. While some tourists expressed concern or indifference, others celebrated the outcome as a positive turning point for social issues and political representation.

Study: Moroccan names lead to fewer rental housing chances, many rental agents participate in discrimination

Research from the Verwey-Jonker Institute reveals that renters with Moroccan-sounding names face discrimination in most Dutch regions, with Amsterdam being a notable exception. Furthermore, mystery calls suggest that nearly 80 percent of rental agents are willing to facilitate discriminatory requests from landlords, often by using indirect selection criteria.

Dutch Safety Board investigates incident involving burning power bank belonging to former KLM CEO

The Dutch Safety Board (OVV) has launched an investigation into a power bank fire that occurred on a KLM flight on September 17. The inquiry will focus on the fire's origin, crew training, and the adequacy of onboard safety equipment.

Five men arrested for underwater cocaine smuggling in IJmuiden

Police in IJmuiden arrested five men, including three Colombian nationals, for an alleged plot to smuggle cocaine hidden below the waterline of a cargo ship. The suspects were apprehended during a night operation and are now being investigated by a specialized task force targeting drug trafficking in the North Sea Canal area.

NATO chief Mark Rutte to be a guest on Pauw & De Wit on Thursday

NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte will appear on the Dutch television show Pauw & De Wit this Thursday to discuss global tensions, the Russian threat, and the impact of the US midterm elections on NATO. Rutte, who took over the leadership role in October 2024, will be interviewed by Jeroen Pauw about these critical international developments.