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PM Jetten kicks off two-day debate: how will he lay the foundation for this minority cabinet?
Prime Minister Rob Jetten has launched a two-day parliamentary debate to outline his minority cabinet's plans for the next four years. Following the cabinet's swearing-in, Jetten faces the House to es...
Suffering from hay fever now? In February, it's often due to pollen from these trees
The hay fever season has begun in February as early spring weather brings tree pollen into the air. Biologist Arnold van Vliet explains that allergic reactions now occur nearly year-round, identifying...
Last chance: free lead check for your garden
Homeowners with private gardens can request a free soil check to test for lead until May 2026. This initiative is designed to help residents ensure the safety of their garden environment at no cost.
Households increasingly using air conditioning to heat their homes
An increasing number of households, particularly those with owner-occupied homes, are utilizing air conditioning units to heat their dwellings. This shift highlights a growing trend in alternative dom...
WOZ value of homes rises by more than 10 percent this year
The average WOZ value of residential properties in the Netherlands has increased by 10.6 percent this year compared to the previous period. This significant rise was reported by the Waarderingskamer, ...
Linnaeusstraat dates back to 1308
The Linneausstraat is scheduled to undergo a major renovation to improve its infrastructure. The historic street has a long legacy, with origins dating back to 1308.
Millions of Dutch people on edge: what happens if hackers publish Odido customer data Thursday?
Cybercriminals who claimed responsibility for a hack on telecom provider Odido are threatening to publish the personal data of millions of Dutch customers this Thursday. The potential leak has caused ...
Dozens of homes in Hyde Park still empty months after completion: 'Lower the rent and make it for regular students'
Housing corporation Duwo has decided to open up vacant apartments in Hoofddorp's Hyde Park district to regular students after only 26 of 116 units intended for PhD researchers were rented. The move ai...
Parking fines rain down on construction-plagued Meerwijk: 'Soon we’ll have to sell the street paper'
Residents of the Meerwijk neighborhood in Haarlem are facing a surge in parking fines of 139 euros each after parking illegally due to a lack of available spaces. The shortage is caused by an influx o...
Expensive glasses popular among criminals. 'Stop selling Cartier, then it's solved'
Opticians in the Netherlands are increasingly being targeted by criminals for high-end designer frames, with recent break-ins reported in Laren and Limburg. Industry experts note that eyewear has tran...
Dutch Safety Board investigates KLM collision at Schiphol
The Dutch Safety Board (OVV) and Air Traffic Control the Netherlands (LVNL) have initiated investigations following a collision between two KLM aircraft at Schiphol Airport. Both organizations are con...
Survey on IJtunnel closure: Potential hour of extra travel time during rush hour
Amsterdam has launched a survey to prepare motorists for the IJtunnel's year-long closure starting in summer 2027, which could add up to an hour of travel time during peak hours. The municipality is s...
NH Helps: who will help William get his 'therapy garden' back in order?
William Jansen, a stroke survivor living in Amsterdam, is seeking volunteers via the 'NH Helpt' initiative to help restore his overgrown 'therapy garden.' Due to mobility and speech issues, he require...
Saskia (42) has hair down to her bottom but hasn't bought hair ties for six years: They’re just lying on the street
Saskia Sampimon-Versneij, 42, has not purchased a hair tie in six years despite having hair that reaches her waist. She instead collects discarded ties from the street and sanitizes them by washing th...
Municipal elections on March 18: what OP Haarlem wants
Residents of Haarlem will vote in the municipal elections on March 18. This report focuses on the plans and candidates of the local political party OP Haarlem.
After training camp with F1 driver, rookie René Lammers (17) races straight to podium in debut weekend
Seventeen-year-old Dutch driver René Lammers secured two third-place finishes during his debut Eurocup-3 race weekend in Portimão, Portugal. Competing in the Spanish Winter Championship, the rookie ...
What weather! Send in your photos of summer in February
The Netherlands is experiencing unusually warm, spring-like weather this Tuesday, with temperatures expected to exceed 15 degrees Celsius. The forecast predicts a sunny day with light winds, prompting...
Birgit Schuurman, Robert van Hemert and Géza Weisz in new season of The Traitors
The new season of the reality competition show De Verraders is set to premiere on RTL 4 on March 10. Filmed at Château Jemeppe in Belgium, the cast features Dutch personalities including Birgit Schuu...
Comedian banned from Geesterhage Castricum over ‘polarizing statements’ in his shows. Is it justified?
Cultural Center Geesterhage in Castricum and four other Dutch theaters have banned comedian Rogier Kahlmann from performing, citing his material as overly polarizing. Kahlmann disputes the decision, a...
Nine months juvenile detention after Heemskerk explosion; teen also guilty of home robbery in Zuidoostbeemster
A 19-year-old man from Amsterdam has been sentenced to nine months of youth detention by the Haarlem district court. He was convicted for his involvement in an explosion in Heemskerk and a violent hom...
Jorrit (33), the man behind Sintweetjes, reveals location of national arrival 22 hours before announcement
Jorrit Voet, the creator of the Sintweetjes social media accounts, accurately identified the location for this year's national Sinterklaas arrival nearly 24 hours before the official announcement. He ...
Toos & Henk - February 25
Cartoonist Paul Kusters shares his unique perspective on current events through the 'Toos & Henk' comic strip. These illustrations are published daily from Monday through Saturday.
Appearance of conflict of interest: Alderman Stam avoids talks with Hoeve Nijverdal in 't Groot Clooster project
Alderman Eveline Stam is avoiding discussions with stakeholder Hoeve Nijverdal regarding the 't Groot Clooster project in Heemstede to avoid a perceived conflict of interest. Local entrepreneurs have ...
Referendum on Santpoort-Zuid asylum center rejected again; opponents now look to province for support
A committee has rejected a request for a referendum regarding a new asylum seekers' center in Santpoort-Zuid. The foundation behind the request now hopes the provincial government will intervene by re...
Tourette Foundation launches campaign around BAFTA film I Swear
The Dutch Gilles de la Tourette Foundation is launching a campaign in late March to coincide with the Netherlands release of the BAFTA-winning film "I Swear." The movie portrays the life of Tourette a...
Shopposition, propposition or pacemakers: the constructive opposition deserves a new name
The emergence of a minority government in the Netherlands has sparked a debate on redefining the term 'opposition,' as several non-governing parties are now willing to collaborate with the administrat...
This is Anna, and she costs too much: ‘Our daughter is an expense’
Jonas Baart shares his struggles regarding the 24-hour care required for his 14-year-old disabled daughter, Anna, amidst constant threats to their funding. He highlights the emotional toll of a system...
Pilot emergency support points launched in nearly 70 municipalities
A trial involving emergency support points has launched in nearly 70 municipalities across all 25 security regions. The Association of Dutch Municipalities (VNG) announced the start of the program on ...
8 nature playgrounds in Amsterdam where kids can let off steam
