Dutch Railways (NS) will begin a one-year trial at the end of April, equipping up to 75 safety officers with short batons. The pilot program will involve personnel stationed in Rotterdam, The Hague, Zwolle, and Den Bosch to improve security on trains and at stations.
The Hoofddorp-based startup Elysian Aircraft is developing an all-electric aircraft capable of transporting 90 passengers over distances of up to 750 kilometers. Founded by members of prominent aviation families, the company aims to make these battery-powered flights a reality within the next decade.
Ajax is seeking a crucial victory against national champions PSV at the Johan Cruijff Arena to improve their Eredivisie standing and avoid play-offs. While PSV is playing for honor, the match remains highly significant for the Amsterdammers' season goals.
A renovated playground on Professor Boumanstraat in Haarlem's Boerhaavewijk neighborhood celebrated its opening on Thursday afternoon. Despite positive feedback on the new facilities, local residents expressed significant concerns about noise and antisocial behavior from groups loitering at the site during the evenings.
Readers in the Netherlands are sharing simple tips to save drinking water in response to potential shortages caused by increasingly frequent droughts. Popular suggestions for reducing waste include using rain barrels and showering with a partner.
The De Beren delivery restaurant in Alkmaar faces eviction following a court ruling over significant rent arrears. Former employees have also reported unpaid wages and severe hygiene issues, including being forced to prepare spoiled meat and working in unsanitary conditions.