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Tourists seek more value for money and stay outside the city more often

A report by Amsterdam&partners reveals that a growing percentage of tourists visiting Amsterdam are opting to stay overnight outside the city or with friends to find better value for their money. This...

Closure of Stingray coffeeshop in Beverwijk now final: license revoked after incidents

The Council of State has upheld the decision to permanently close coffeeshop Stingray in Beverwijk by rejecting the owners' appeal. Mayor Martijn Smit's revocation of the operating permit and toleranc...

Dutch Parliament not reassured after social media explanation of algorithms

Representatives from TikTok, Meta, and Google failed to reassure members of the Dutch House of Representatives during a meeting regarding algorithm transparency and platform influence. Lawmakers expre...

Gas price falls after two days of increases: 'Rumors of a deal'

Natural gas prices fell on Wednesday following two days of significant increases, leading to an increase in trading activity. This market shift is expected to ultimately benefit consumers.

Air France temporarily suspends flights to Cuba: 'Simply no demand'

Air France is temporarily suspending flights to and from Cuba from late March to mid-June due to a significant decline in tourist demand. The airline cited Cuba's ongoing energy shortages and domestic...

Listed companies more often have enough women than private firms

A study by the CPB found that listed companies in the Netherlands have more women on their supervisory boards than other large companies. This trend is driven by the mandatory gender quota that applie...

Fill up your tank soon, advises the Consumers' Association

The Consumentenbond advises consumers to fill their fuel tanks immediately as energy prices rise sharply due to the conflict in Iran. International instability has sparked concerns about future costs ...

Court rules Armada Music does not have to pay extra royalties to artist

The court in Amsterdam has ruled that record label Armada Music is not required to pay additional royalties to artist Martijn Schrader for the digital exploitation of his music. The judge determined t...

Brussels wants governments to buy European for independence

The European Commission has introduced a legislative proposal requiring EU member states to prioritize European-made products for government procurement. This move aims to reduce reliance on foreign i...

Chemours faces 20 million euro fine over greenhouse gases

Chemical company Chemours faces a potential fine of up to 20 million euros if it continues to violate regulations regarding F-gases. These fluorinated hydrocarbons are potent greenhouse gases that sig...

Gas price drops again after days of sharp increases

Gas prices decreased on Wednesday after two days of sharp increases, as traders monitor U.S. plans to protect shipping in the Middle East. In the Netherlands, energy suppliers are adjusting contracts,...

KLM head of flight operations looks back on successful flight from Oman

A KLM flight repatriating stranded Dutch travelers from Oman landed successfully at Amsterdam Schiphol Airport on Wednesday morning. Eimerd Bult, KLM's head of flight services, described the mission a...

Maarten van Gessel (67) temporarily at the helm of Woningbedrijf Velsen: ‘I look forward to supporting the corporation in this transition phase’

Woningbedrijf Velsen has appointed 67-year-old Maarten van Gessel as its interim director to lead the housing association during a transition period. Van Gessel will remain in the position until a per...

Dutch fuel prices rise further: ‘Slowly toward record levels’

Fuel prices at Dutch gas stations increased for the second consecutive day on Wednesday, driven by the ongoing conflict in the Middle East. While advisory prices from major oil companies have risen by...

Energy suppliers limit fixed contracts due to high gas prices

Energy suppliers Vattenfall and Eneco have temporarily restricted fixed-term contracts due to soaring gas prices caused by the conflict in the Middle East. The rise in costs has made energy procuremen...

Odido must change course after ‘chillingly cold’ response to massive data breach: ‘They give customers nightmares’

Communications expert Jan Driessen has criticized internet provider Odido for its "fearfully cold" response to a major data leak affecting millions of customers. Driessen warns that the company must c...

Warner Bros. working on new Game of Thrones series and film

Warner Bros. is developing a new television series and a feature film set within the Game of Thrones universe. These upcoming projects were reported by several American media outlets as part of an exp...

Trump threatens to halt all trade with Spain

U.S. President Donald Trump has threatened to halt all trade with Spain. The threat follows reports that Spain refused to allow the American military to use its bases for missions related to Iran.

Operator of The Coffee Spot Turfmarkt wants to keep business but lacks permit: ‘I’ve put a year and a half of love into it’

The owner of The Coffee Spot on Turfmarkt in Haarlem is legally challenging the local municipality to obtain a catering permit and prevent the closure of his business. During a court hearing, the entr...

North Sea Foundation: Uninsured ships a risk, but shadow fleet a greater threat

The North Sea Foundation is advocating for mandatory insurance for smaller sea vessels under 300 tons to improve maritime safety. While highlighting the risks posed by these uninsured ships, the organ...

Rogier Havelaar’s CDA well-received by entrepreneurs during election debate

Airfares to rise by tens to hundreds of euros if Iran war doesn't end soon

Air ticket prices are expected to increase by tens to hundreds of euros if the conflict involving Iran continues to drive up oil prices. Dutch airline KLM and other carriers are facing higher operatio...

Why hospitality pop-ups are taking over Amsterdam: ‘It’s a cowboy approach: raw, unique and free’

High oil prices make everything more expensive: what to expect

Rising oil and gas prices are causing an increase in the cost of various goods and services, ranging from fuel to everyday household items and professional advice. This surge in energy costs is impact...

Angry neighbors turn against Aalsmeer data center: ‘We are not stupid’

Residents in Aalsmeer are protesting the planned construction of a data center, citing concerns over noise pollution, water usage, and environmental damage. Although a permit was automatically granted...

Energy suppliers crunch numbers: cashbacks and multi-year contracts under pressure

Energy suppliers are tightening their offerings and increasing prices in response to the conflict in Iran. Many providers are reducing cashback discounts and removing multi-year contracts from the mar...

The ethical AI model with a backbone

Google's former motto, 'Don't be evil,' serves as a reference point for the evolution of ethics within the tech industry. The article highlights how this slogan once symbolized the belief that compani...

Bolt now allows women to choose female drivers

'I was really ready for an ice cream again': Ice cream parlors in Velsen open early due to nice weather

Several ice cream parlors in the municipality of Velsen have opened their doors early due to pleasant weather. This includes the Bonasera shop in IJmuiden, which officially started its season on Satur...

Ukraine reports new damage to Druzhba oil pipeline

Ukraine's Energy Minister Denys Shmyhal reported serious damage and a fire at the Druzhba oil pipeline following a Russian attack. The pipeline is used to transport Russian oil to several countries, i...