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Explosion at business premises in Nieuw-West, police search for suspect

Tickets for Southeast Asia's largest budget airline significantly more expensive due to Iran war

AirAsia X, Southeast Asia's largest budget airline, is raising ticket prices by 40% and eliminating unprofitable routes to mitigate the financial impact of the conflict in the Middle East. The Malaysi...

Do you like sending and receiving cards and letters? Would you pay extra for fast delivery? Let us know

Starting next summer, postal delivery in the Netherlands will take longer to arrive. The article seeks reader feedback on their mail habits and whether they are willing to pay extra for faster service...

Cheaper electric cars in demand due to high oil prices

Sales of second-hand electric cars in Noord-Holland have tripled in a year as high oil prices drive consumers toward more affordable transportation. Dealerships report a significant increase in demand...

Halfweg Eten en Drinken celebrates 15th anniversary. ‘You must treat your staff just like your guests’

Freek Kamp is celebrating the fifteenth anniversary of his restaurant, Halfweg Eten en Drinken, in Heemskerk. The owner attributes his success to treating staff with the same respect as guests and rem...

Skippers stop filling tanks as prices skyrocket: ‘Otherwise I’d have to take out another mortgage’

Fuel prices for inland shipping in the Netherlands have doubled in just a few weeks, significantly increasing operating costs for skippers. Many in the sector are struggling to cope with the surge, fe...

Living on 11 square meters for 100,000 euros: It’s not your own home, it’s just a tiny room

An 11-square-meter room in Amsterdam's De Baarsjes neighborhood is being offered for sale for nearly €100,000, requiring a cash purchase as mortgages are not available for such shared units. Amsterd...

Intern's webshop causes major frustration for Louis after jacket order

The Dutch Ombudsman team reports frequent complaints regarding webshops that fail to fulfill legal obligations and delivery agreements. One highlighted case involves a customer's frustration with the ...

New start for Paviljoen Loef behind Teletubbie Hill: 'A sail-through for your boat'

Paviljoen Loef, located at the Mooie Nel in Haarlem, has reopened following an extensive renovation. The establishment is now open daily from 9 AM to 9 PM and features a unique sail-through service fo...

Complaint to European Commission over proposed state aid for Tata Steel

The legal organization Advocates for the Future is filing a complaint with the European Commission regarding the Dutch government's proposed multi-billion euro subsidy for Tata Steel. The jurists argu...

PSV are champions again and the economy keeps growing: what is Eindhoven's secret?

PSV has secured another national football championship title as the economy in the Eindhoven region continues to thrive. Over the past twelve years, the economy around Eindhoven has grown twice as fas...

Fire at commercial building in Obdam, North Holland under control

A fire that broke out in a multi-tenant business building in Obdam, North Holland, has been brought under control by firefighters. Although the building was completely destroyed by the blaze and subse...

Manager Marieke was at Mariëtte’s desk for every little thing: ‘Still, I kept helping every time’

Career coach Anne-Marije Buckens explains how initial workplace labels can limit professional growth, particularly for employees over 50. Using the experience of an employee named Mariëtte, she illus...

Outcry in UK over Ye's festival performances

The announcement that Ye, also known as Kanye West, will perform three shows at the Wireless Festival in London has sparked significant controversy in the United Kingdom. In response, Pepsi has withdr...

Iran war also hits fertilizer production: ‘It could become dire’

The conflict in Iran is impacting global fertilizer production alongside oil and gas exports, creating potential risks for farmers and consumers worldwide. Experts from Wageningen University indicate ...

69 percent of young people find festivals ‘too expensive’: free water and saving as solutions

A Rabobank study indicates that 69 percent of young people find festival tickets too expensive, contributing to slower ticket sales for major events like Lowlands and Zwarte Cross. To manage rising co...

Easter breakfast slightly cheaper this year, but it’s the last bit of good news at the supermarket

According to Rabobank, the cost of an Easter breakfast is slightly lower this year than last year, providing a brief reprieve for supermarket shoppers. However, analysts warn that food prices are expe...

Neighborhood resists data centers: We knew nothing

Residents near Schiphol-Rijk are protesting the planned construction of three large data centers, citing a lack of communication from local authorities and concerns over noise and property values. Alt...

Is our beloved egg becoming a luxury product? ‘Compare it to a good piece of meat’

The price of barn eggs has risen by 38 percent over the last five years, reaching 35 cents per egg in Dutch supermarkets just before Easter. While consumers are paying more, farmers are currently bene...

City film commission receives five applications daily: "We are more expensive than other cities"

The Amsterdam Film Commission manages approximately five daily requests, overseeing about 80 film and series productions annually while striving to minimize disruption for residents. Although filming ...

Dutch tourists avoid Asia and choose Spain due to Middle East war

Dutch vacationers are continuing to book summer holidays despite the ongoing conflict in the Middle East. Travel agencies report a shift in destination preferences, with many travelers opting for Spai...

This monstrosity of a law on freelancers was made by people who don't have a clue

Journalist Lisanne van Sadelhoff critiques Dutch legislative efforts aimed at regulating and protecting freelancers, arguing that the proposed laws are poorly designed. She suggests that the policymak...

Deining in Castricum aan Zee celebrates 25th anniversary with new beach pavilion: 'Preparing for a hugely busy year'

Beach pavilion Deining in Castricum aan Zee is celebrating its 25th anniversary with the opening of a completely renovated building on April 17th. After months of construction, the venue is preparing ...

Robbery at 't Paradijs tobacco shop: gun held to employee's head. 'Had only been open for three minutes'

On Saturday morning, an armed robbery took place at the Van Vuure tobacco shop in Hoofddorp shortly after it opened for business. A staff member was threatened with a weapon held to their head during ...

Jochem is the new face of Ronald Adventure shop: 'I feel right at home in this store'

Jochem Bossenbroek has taken over as the new owner of Ronald Adventure Shop, a long-standing outdoor and hiking specialty store in Beverwijk. Since December, Bossenbroek has been working with the exis...

Calvé and Douwe Egberts to US: 'Not the owner, but the feeling that matters'

American companies have acquired the parent companies of iconic Dutch brands Calvé and Douwe Egberts this week. Despite public concern about potential changes to these authentic brands, experts indic...

Owner of former Heemstede post office satisfied after new ruling: 'Something beautiful could have been there by now'

Entrepreneur Onno Draijer expressed satisfaction following a recent court ruling regarding the long-standing redevelopment project of the old post office in Heemstede. The project developer is now wai...

EU ministers want windfall tax on energy companies due to rising prices

Five European Finance Ministers have called on the European Commission to introduce a windfall tax on energy companies' profits. The proposal comes in response to significant fuel price increases caus...

Diesel price at the pump slightly higher after sharp Friday increase

Diesel prices at the pump in the Netherlands rose slightly on Saturday following a significant increase of over 10 cents on Friday. According to UnitedConsumers, the national recommended price for a l...

Hiking holiday agency goes bankrupt, travelers lose trips and money: 'A total shock to receive such an email'

A travel agency based in 't Harde has declared bankruptcy, affecting hundreds of travelers and investors who now face the loss of their pre-booked trips and payments. All scheduled walking tours have ...