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44,000 Dutch Teslas get self-driving feature. Are drivers ready?

Approximately 44,000 Teslas in the Netherlands are receiving a self-driving software update that allows vehicles to navigate autonomously for owners who opt for the feature. Although the technology is...

Willibrord Frequin boldly asked an indignant Prince Bernhard about the Lockheed allegations

OPEC+ increases oil production in June, first decision after UAE departure

Opec+ member nations announced on Sunday that they will increase oil production starting in June. This decision marks the first major move by the group following the United Arab Emirates' recent annou...

Police investigate if fire in Ermelo was arson

Police are investigating whether a fire that occurred at a dessert company in Ermelo on Saturday was intentionally set. A spokesperson confirmed the investigation on Sunday following reports by Omroep...

Tom de Boer (1940-2026)

Tom de Boer (1940-2026) was known for his long-standing tradition of celebrating his birthday by providing cake and champagne to the staff at ROTO. This practice eventually transitioned to non-alcohol...

Koos wanted to belong again, so he looked for a new job at 80

At age 80, a man named Koos decided to return to the workforce after finding that retirement did not meet his expectations. He sought assistance from a career coach specializing in workers over 50 bec...

French brewer must stop 'John Lemon' beer after Yoko Ono complaint

A French brewer from Brittany has been forced to stop selling his craft beer named "John Lemon" after a complaint from Yoko Ono. John Lennon's widow objected to the pun, leading to the product being p...

You can visit Cindy for coffee every day: ‘Mr. Espresso comes by every day and always sits at the long table’

Cindy Ruitenberg operates The Harbour coffee house on the Halkade in IJmuiden, offering daily coffee and fresh homemade apple pie. The establishment has become a local gathering spot, frequently visit...

Pet shop gets major chain next door: "I'm shocked"

Kirsten de Kloet, owner of the 65-year-old pet store 't Dierenhoekje in Amsterdam, is shocked that the large chain Pets Place is opening a new branch right next door. While regular customers express t...

Austrian police arrest man after poisoning baby food with rat poison

Austrian police arrested a 39-year-old man for allegedly poisoning jars of HiPP baby food with rat poison. The suspect reportedly tampered with the products in an attempt to blackmail the German manuf...

Market traders take control of part of Ten Katemarkt: "Increasingly a food market"

Market traders in Amsterdam have been granted management over a portion of the Ten Katemarkt in a three-year trial aimed at revitalizing the area. The initiative seeks to combat increasing vacancies a...

Trendy retail chain opens its doors in Haarlem: ‘What we find beautiful is the starting point’

The concept store 'Things I like, Things I love' has opened a new location in the Grote Houtstraat in Haarlem. This trendy chain selects its products based on what the owners personally find beautiful...

Gordon sells Blushing Blaricum, Amsterdam locations to remain open

Dutch singer Gordon Heuckeroth has sold his restaurant Blushing in Blaricum to focus on other passions, such as singing and media work. While the Blaricum location has been sold, his establishments in...

Illegal water taxi takes two enforcement officers on board, receives 2,500 euro fine

An illegal water taxi operator in Amsterdam was fined ‑2,500 after unknowingly offering a paid tour to two undercover enforcement officers. A judge rejected the skipper's legal appeal, dismissing cl...

Ajax celebrates: Ipswich Town promoted to Premier League, triggering €9.3m buy option for Chuba Akpom

Ipswich Town's promotion to the Premier League has triggered a mandatory buy option for Ajax player Chuba Akpom worth 9.3 million euros. This financial windfall benefits the Amsterdam-based club as th...

Ipswich promoted to Premier League, Ajax set to receive millions

Ipswich Town has secured promotion to the Premier League following a 3-0 victory over QPR on the final matchday. This promotion triggers a permanent transfer for Chuba Akpom, resulting in a multi-mill...

Thick smoke from fire on Willemsparkweg visible across the city

A large fire broke out in a shop on Willemsparkweg in Amsterdam-Zuid on Monday afternoon, sending a thick cloud of smoke across the city. Emergency services upgraded the incident to a major fire and a...

Major fire at Suitsupply clothing store in Amsterdam South

German petrol prices drop below 2 euros locally due to excise tax cut

Gasoline prices at many German gas stations dropped below 2 euros on Friday following a temporary excise duty reduction. The tax cut of approximately 17 cents per liter was implemented to alleviate th...

Wrong amount charged 58 times at De Lange Heer on King’s Day; owner compensates visitors to avoid appearance of payment issues

Twan Stoelman, the owner of Café De Lange Heer in Haarlem, has publicly announced that 58 customers were overcharged during King's Day celebrations. The owner is compensating the affected visitors to...

Café 't Sluisje forced to remove regular tables after complaint: "They've been there for 30 years"

Café 't Sluisje in Amsterdam-Noord has been ordered to remove two popular community tables after a municipal review, triggered by a complaint, found they were situated outside the permitted terrace a...

ING outage disrupts card payments

ING bank is experiencing a technical malfunction that is causing difficulties for customers performing pin transactions. A spokesperson for the bank confirmed the issue, noting that payment services a...

Spirit Airlines shuts down after lack of US state aid

Spirit Airlines is immediately ceasing all operations after failing to secure emergency financial aid from the United States government. The budget carrier's collapse follows severe financial struggle...

Sergio Herman closes his Antwerp restaurants: 'Time to wind down'

Chef Sergio Herman has announced the closure of his Michelin-starred restaurant Le Pristine and his private kitchen PrivéPrivée in Antwerp at the end of this year. Herman shared the news on Instagra...

Dutch cautious about booking summer holidays but won't skimp on sun

Dutch travelers are currently cautious about booking summer holidays due to uncertainties surrounding air travel. Despite this hesitation, the travel industry association ANVR reports that people stil...

Middle East war changes travel habits: these destinations are in demand

Dutch travelers are becoming more cautious when booking summer vacations due to geopolitical unrest and concerns about air travel. The travel association ANVR reports that while people still want to g...

City hopping without flight shame: Elysian Aircraft develops 90-passenger electric plane in Hoofddorp

The Hoofddorp-based startup Elysian Aircraft is developing an all-electric aircraft capable of transporting 90 passengers over distances of up to 750 kilometers. Founded by members of prominent aviati...

Marjo waits fourteen months for complete repair of her tricycle: ‘Clearly substandard’

Marjo Zwart from Bussum waited fourteen months for the repair of her essential tricycle, which she relies on for mobility and social interaction. The long delay highlights significant issues with the ...

Elon Musk feels cheated by OpenAI and wants to redirect the company

Elon Musk has initiated a lawsuit against Sam Altman and OpenAI, questioning the company's shift from a non-profit to a commercial entity. The initial days of the trial featured arguments from Musk an...

Much more was wrong at De Beren in Alkmaar, say former employees: Unpaid wages and forced to cook 'stinking chicken'

The De Beren delivery restaurant in Alkmaar faces eviction following a court ruling over significant rent arrears. Former employees have also reported unpaid wages and severe hygiene issues, including...