A record number of catering establishments in the Netherlands were forced to close due to pest infestations during the first quarter of 2026. Inspectors expressed concern after a video of rats in an Amsterdam restaurant recently went viral.
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Care organization Levvel has ended its intake freeze for Amsterdam youth following successful negotiations to secure more beds for those in need of severe residential care. While access has been restored, the municipality is demanding better coordination among providers and has initiated an independent financial audit of Levvel to ensure future stability.
Heineken has been ordered by an Amsterdam court to pay 111.2 million euros in damages to Greek competitor MTB. The ruling stems from the abuse of a dominant market position by Heineken's Greek subsidiary, which hindered competition through exclusive retail deals for nearly two decades.
AkzoNobel reported steady quarterly revenue of 2.5 billion euros and profit of 388 million euros, helped by price hikes and currency effects. The company is proceeding with its merger with American firm Axalta, which will result in a new entity named Axanzo and a move to the New York Stock Exchange.
Jumbo is recalling its pulled chicken product because it may contain raw poultry, which carries a risk of salmonella or campylobacter infection. Customers can return the product to any Jumbo store for a full refund without needing a receipt.
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