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Van den Brink sees no problem yet after victory for parties against asylum seeker center
Dutch Minister of Asylum and Migration Bart van den Brink does not anticipate immediate difficulties following the success of anti-asylum seeker center parties in local elections. He clarified that he...
Ten percent more Amsterdam youth on unemployment benefits, higher than national average
The number of young people under 27 in Amsterdam receiving unemployment benefits rose by 10% last year, surpassing the national average of 8% due to high employment in volatile sectors like hospitalit...
Five-year sentence demanded for spiritual healer over rapes
The Public Prosecution Service has demanded a five-year prison sentence for Luis M.G., a 67-year-old spiritual healer accused of raping two vulnerable women. The incidents occurred when the victims so...
Too few votes for BVNL and GROENSTAAL! in Beverwijk. Mendes Stengs: 'I am sounding the alarm over the deterioration of Oosterwijk'
The political parties BVNL and GROENSTAAL! failed to secure seats in the Beverwijk city council following the recent local elections. As a result, Julian Schoo will not join the council, and Mendes St...
Halsema closes Southeast home with cannabis farm, nearly 100 plants found
Mayor Femke Halsema has ordered the three-month closure of an uninhabited house in Amsterdam-Zuidoost after police discovered a cannabis plantation with 94 plants. The closure, lasting until June 17, ...
Daphne's Favorites: 'I'm willing to bet these are the best pizzas in Amsterdam'
Daphne Heijmering, who explores Amsterdam daily with her poodle, shares her recommendations for the best pizza spots in the city. Her frequent neighborhood walks have made her an expert on discovering...
Photo book shows Johan Cruijff still appears everywhere in Amsterdam
The Molukkenstraat gatehouses will remain for the neighborhood: ‘Something is always happening here’
Eric Geels looks forward to long-awaited debut on Heemstede city council. 'Cost ten years of my life'
Eric Geels is set to join the Heemstede municipal council as a representative for the Samen Sterk Heemstede (SSH) party. After ten years of persistence, Geels describes this long-awaited debut as the ...
A bit boring but important: 800 people recount all votes at the NDSM Wharf
Approximately 800 people are recounting election votes at the NDSM-Werf in Amsterdam-Noord to confirm results at the candidate level. While GroenLinks has been identified as the largest party in the c...
"A bit boring, but important": 800 people recount all votes at the NDSM Wharf
Approximately 800 people are recounting election votes at the NDSM-Werf in Amsterdam to verify results and determine individual candidate counts. The recount follows initial tallies showing GroenLinks...
Where did we go wrong as Velsen Lokaal? Korf thinks agreement with FVD will be difficult
Following a significant election victory for the FVD party, Velsen Lokaal leader Nathanael Korf reflected on his party's loss of two seats despite their local achievements in housing. Korf expressed c...
Fine and community service for EU subsidy fraud
A researcher in Limburg has been sentenced to a 10,000 euro fine and 60 hours of community service for fraud involving European cancer research subsidies. The European Public Prosecutor's Office handl...
Qatari gas supply under pressure for years due to damage from Iranian attacks
Recent attacks from Iran have caused permanent damage to Qatar's LNG installations, which QatarEnergy warns could take years to repair. This disruption is expected to have long-term consequences for t...
Project Hail Mary review roundup: 'Gosling right actor to save Earth'
The science-fiction comedy Project Hail Mary, starring Ryan Gosling as a man tasked with saving humanity from an extinguishing sun, has received positive international reception. Dutch critics general...
New rules to bring peace to Rotterdam airport residents
The Dutch government is implementing new regulations to significantly reduce noise pollution near Rotterdam The Hague Airport. The airport will close almost entirely at night, and the frequency of fli...
Counting Haarlem votes again: who gets the preferential vote?
The municipality of Haarlem conducted a comprehensive recount of election votes on Thursday at the Kennemer Sportcenter. Dozens of counters were utilized to determine the exact number of preference vo...
BVNL Haarlemmermeer will not return to the council: 'A pity for the residents'
BVNL is set to lose its seat in the Haarlemmermeer municipal council after receiving less than two percent of the votes. The party expressed regret that its message did not resonate sufficiently with ...
The resurrection of Forum seems complete with gains in almost all municipalities. ‘Normalization of the far-right’
Forum voor Democratie emerged as a significant winner in the Dutch municipal elections, making gains in previously held municipalities and ranking as the highest new entrant in others. Experts warn th...
Wilders texted Richard de Mos: Amigo, fantastic! Your big head was even on my doormat
Richard de Mos of Hart voor Den Haag celebrated winning 16 seats in the local elections in The Hague with champagne and cake. He received congratulatory messages from Geert Wilders and Rob Jetten foll...
Contract extension is unlikely, but one can dream: He possesses a rare composure that Ajax so desperately needs
Takehiro Tomiyasu, a 27-year-old footballer, is noted for his exceptional composure and experience on the field. Although a contract extension is considered unlikely, his calm playing style is identif...
Almost all parties claim victory after local elections
Almost all political parties are claiming victory following the recent municipal elections, citing gains in individual seats or total votes. Celebrations took place on Thursday as parties highlighted ...
KLM suspends flights to Dubai, Riyadh and Dammam until May 17
KLM has suspended all flights to Dubai, Riyadh, and Dammam until May 17 due to the ongoing conflict in the Middle East. This decision impacts routes from the airline's hub in the Netherlands to both t...
Largest party despite drunk driving accident: Limburg lead candidate overjoyed with election victory
Levin de Koster and his party, Vernieuwingsgroep, secured a significant victory in the Beekdaelen municipal elections, garnering over 30% of the vote. This success occurred despite De Koster's prior c...
The nose eats too: how aromas and food perfumes are increasingly being used in the kitchen
Joeri Hottentot, the founder of perfume brand Van De Zotte, creates specialized scent concepts and food perfumes designed to enhance the culinary experience. Working from Alkmaar, he develops complex ...
Sebastiaan wears two buttons: one with the party logo, the other with the face of his late father Alex van Luijn
Sebastiaan van Luijn attended an election night in Beverwijk wearing buttons to honor both the Samen Lokaal party and his late father, Alex van Luijn. His father was a co-founder of the party, and Seb...
'I thought: is everything lost now?' Danny van Leeuwen (Actiepartij) had a nerve-wracking evening but keeps his seat
Danny van Leeuwen, the leader of the Actiepartij, successfully secured a seat in the Haarlem municipal elections following a tense night of counting. He described the nerve-wracking experience as a "f...
Eurozone interest rate remains unchanged amid Iran unrest
The European Central Bank has kept the eurozone's key interest rate unchanged at 2 percent for the sixth consecutive time. This decision, made amid unrest in Iran, also saw the bank lower its economic...
Netherlands and allies 'ready' to assist in Strait of Hormuz
The Netherlands and five major allies, including the United Kingdom and Germany, have announced their readiness to support efforts in protecting shipping through the Strait of Hormuz. This joint state...
Everyone on holiday! Donate your old tent for De Buurtcamping in Haarlem
Residents in Haarlem are encouraged to donate their old tents to support the De Buurtcamping initiative, organized by ANWB and Stichting De Buurt. The project aims to provide holiday opportunities for...