haarlemsdagbladApr 16, 2026, 03:30

Education Inspectorate concerned by youth violence in Beverwijk-Haarlem: 'The context collapsed'

The Dutch Education Inspectorate's annual report highlights the youth violence that broke out between groups from Beverwijk and Haarlem in September 2025. The report cites the incident and accompanying fake news as a key example of secondary schools struggling to manage external influences. This situation underscores the challenges educational institutions face when dealing with conflicts originating outside the classroom.

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Oil prices rise after new escalation in the Middle East

Oil prices increased on Wednesday following a new escalation in the Middle East. Saudi Arabia reported conducting targeted strikes against Iran-backed militias in Iraq, carried out in coordination with the United States Central Command.

Weeks of ‘no reliable figures’ on asylum inflow, and 4 other findings on the EU migration pact

The implementation of the EU asylum and migration pact has led to weeks of uncertainty regarding reliable data on asylum seeker arrivals in the Netherlands. This issue is one of several early findings highlighting the challenges in the effectiveness of the new European migration system.

Concrete blocks placed at Javaplein for this afternoon's Pride party

The municipality of Amsterdam has placed concrete barriers at Javaplein ahead of the Pride Oost festivities taking place today. Although officials declined to confirm a link to specific security concerns, these measures follow Mayor Halsema's announcement of increased safety precautions for WorldPride events after a recent vehicle attack at a Pride celebration in Berlin.

Judge rules in favor of ABBA: Brabant carnival parody rightfully removed from Spotify

A court in Utrecht has ruled that a Dutch carnival song titled 'Dikke Pens' cannot return to Spotify. The judge determined the track is not a permitted parody of ABBA's 'Take A Chance On Me', upholding the copyright claims of Universal Music.

Creative bird crafting at the Haarlem Bird Hospital

The Vogelhospitaal in Haarlem is hosting an afternoon event for children focused on birds and nature. The program is scheduled to take place on Sunday, August 2nd, from 14:00 to 16:00 at Vergierdeweg 292.