The Bird Hospital in Haarlem is experiencing an influx of orphaned ducklings whose mothers have frequently been killed by traffic or other animals. Staff are raising the ducklings with minimal human contact to prevent imprinting, ensuring they can eventually be safely released back into the wild. Once the birds reach a healthy weight and are fully feathered, they will be returned to nature to live independently.
The municipality of Amsterdam is arranging hotel accommodations for approximately 100 residents displaced by a large explosion and fire at a building on Remijden. A total of 400 people were evacuated following the incident, with many initially housed in a temporary shelter in the Nieuw-West district.
An explosive went off at a residence in Hillegom during the night between Thursday and Friday, resulting in a small fire. Police are currently investigating the incident.
The number of welfare recipients in the Netherlands rose to 411,000 in the first quarter of 2026, an increase of 1,000 people compared to the previous three months. Preliminary data from Statistics Netherlands (CBS) indicates that this growth is particularly driven by an increase in younger recipients.
The owner of Fitness Studio Onna in Amsterdam Nieuw-West has security footage of a large explosion that occurred at the gym on Thursday night. According to the owner, the video shows the blast originated from beneath the floor of the facility.
Actress Zoë Kravitz told British Vogue that she finds the intense media attention she receives to be uncomfortable and overwhelming. The daughter of Lenny Kravitz and Lisa Bonet noted that the spotlight has increased significantly due to her high-profile personal relationships.