Meta and Google have been held liable for a 20-year-old woman's addiction to their social media platforms, which she claims led her to become suicidal. This legal ruling is expected to have significant implications for numerous similar lawsuits against major tech companies.
The average retirement age in the Netherlands rose to 66 years and 4 months in 2025, an increase of two and a half months compared to the previous year. This shift brings the actual retirement age closer to the official state pension (AOW) age.
The Zandvoort municipal council has granted Bernie's Beachclub another extension despite a previously set ultimatum passing four months ago. This marks the ninth consecutive year that no construction has occurred at the site on Boulevard Barnaart. Officials cited the complexity of the situation as the reason for the continued delay.
Heineken reported an increase in beer sales during the first quarter, marking its first volume growth since late 2024. This positive performance was primarily driven by the success of the brewer's premium brands.
The number of holiday homes for sale in the Netherlands reached a 15-year high last year, with more than 2,700 properties listed on the market. According to the Dutch Association of Real Estate Agents (NVM), this represents a significant increase in the supply of recreational housing.
A former employee has filed a lawsuit against YouTuber Jimmy Donaldson's company, Beast Industries, alleging sexual harassment, gender discrimination, and retaliation. The company has denied the accusations brought forward by the ex-worker.