The number of discrimination complaints in the province of North Holland rose significantly in 2025, reaching 2,070 compared to 1,332 in 2024. Data from the national discrimination monitor shows that the police and the Netherlands Institute for Human Rights also handled an increased number of incidents.
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.
Ajax will host potential European football play-off matches at FC Volendam's stadium instead of the Johan Cruijff Arena. The relocation is necessary because their home stadium in Amsterdam is scheduled to host ten Harry Styles concerts during May.
Ajax will move its potential Conference League play-off matches to FC Volendam's stadium because the Johan Cruijff Arena is unavailable due to Harry Styles concerts. The club currently sits in fifth place in the Eredivisie and is aiming for a fourth-place finish to avoid the play-offs and secure a Europa League spot instead.
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.
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.