The Wijkertunnel will be closed in both directions for maintenance from May 1 until the morning of May 4. Traffic is being diverted through the Velsertunnel, which may result in delays of up to 60 minutes.
KLM reported increased profits for the last quarter despite the impact of the Iran conflict and rising jet fuel costs. The airline successfully offset these expenses by increasing ticket prices for passengers, particularly on long-haul flights.
A yearly study by the Vereniging Eigen Huis shows that building permit costs vary significantly between municipalities in the Netherlands. In some cases, residents may pay tens of thousands of euros more depending on their location.
Amsterdam-based designer Joost Grootens has been selected as one of ten finalists to design the new series of euro banknotes. His proposed designs, which focus on humanizing European icons, are competing in a public vote before the new notes are expected to enter circulation in 2030.
Universal is opening two haunted houses inspired by the late heavy metal singer Ozzy Osbourne. Developed in collaboration with his family, these attractions serve as an unconventional tribute to the musician.
The labor market in the Netherlands tightened slightly in the second quarter, with 95 vacancies for every 100 unemployed individuals. Meanwhile, the number of self-employed workers has declined for the sixth consecutive quarter.