Monday 2 November

The Dutch government is embroiled in a political standoff following a scathing report from the Council of State that dismissed its proposed wealth tax reforms as unfeasible. With ministers holding emergency talks to beat a Tuesday deadline, the governing coalition faces significant pressure to salvage a tax plan that critics argue lacks both financial logic and operational reality. Read more →

A 23-year-old suspect, identified as Abdi A., will remain in custody for another 90 days as authorities continue their investigation into the killing of 29-year-old Hajar. The victim was discovered in a suitcase in Amsterdam, a grim conclusion to a disappearance that had persisted for weeks. Read more →

A wave of cyberattacks targeting refrigeration infrastructure across Europe has left supermarkets and small businesses struggling with food spoilage. The breach, which exploited insecure internet-connected cooling systems, has prompted investigations into the security protocols of companies like Danfoss and the IKEA retail chain. Read more →

Major employer VodafoneZiggo is mandating that staff return to the office for 3 days a week, up from the current 2-day requirement. The company has introduced a voluntary departure scheme for those unable to comply, highlighting a broader shift as firms attempt to roll back the remote-work flexibility granted during the pandemic. Read more →