Iran plans to impose a toll of one dollar per barrel of oil, payable in bitcoin, on vessels passing through the Strait of Hormuz. The European Commission has criticized the proposal, stating that the levy violates international law regarding the right of free passage.
Schiphol Airport is offering airlines discounts on landing, parking, and terminal fees to help mitigate the impact of high kerosene prices. This move aims to provide financial relief to carriers struggling with rising fuel costs.
Ajax will play their potential European football play-off matches at FC Volendam's stadium if they fail to finish in the top four of the Eredivisie. The relocation is necessary because the Johan Cruyff Arena in Amsterdam is unavailable due to scheduled Harry Styles concerts.
After experiencing life-threatening health scares, friends Hugo and Will quit their office jobs to build fifteen affordable music studios in Amsterdam's Amstelkwartier. The project aims to address the city's shortage of rehearsal spaces and is scheduled to begin construction in May.
A court in Haarlem has ordered the landlord Haarlemmermeer Vastgoed Beheer to remove a woman from a rental contract after her relationship with the co-tenant ended. Despite both parties requesting that the man remain as the sole tenant, the landlord had previously refused to update the legal agreement.
The Velsen municipal council has temporarily halted discussions regarding the participation of Forum voor Democratie (FVD) in the local governing coalition after negotiations stalled. An independent mediator has been appointed to facilitate talks among all parties and identify common ground to expedite the formation process.