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Watch: COVID-19 hearing of former House Speaker Khadija Arib

Former House Speaker Khadija Arib appeared before the parliamentary inquiry committee on COVID-19 for the third day of public hearings. Arib led the Dutch House of Representatives during the first pha...

'Director of Atmosphere' Ruud Gullit a magnet for KLM Open: 'He eats, dreams and breathes golf'

Ruud Gullit is collaborating with Daan Slooter as an ambassador for the KLM Open golf tournament to foster a festive atmosphere. The event aims to promote Dutch pride and support both local golfers an...

2026 World Cup: View the full schedule, Dutch national team in action for the first time in 11 days

The 2026 FIFA World Cup is scheduled to begin in 11 days, hosted by Canada, Mexico, and the United States. The tournament schedule has been released, highlighting the Dutch national team's pursuit of ...

62 asylum seekers spent the night in a sports hall in 2e Exloërmond on Tuesday

Sixty-two asylum seekers spent Tuesday night in a sports hall in the village of 2e Exloërmond due to overcrowding at the Ter Apel registration center. The municipality of Borger-Odoorn provided the f...

Police officers affected by police violence videos: 'His face is going around the world'

Police officers in the Netherlands are facing increased scrutiny and emotional pressure due to social media videos that capture and amplify incidents of potential violence. A recent viral video of an ...

Cabinet considers measures for problematic protests: tougher and faster intervention during escalation

The Dutch cabinet is preparing measures to allow mayors and riot police to intervene more quickly and forcefully during demonstrations that seriously disrupt public order. Proposed changes to the nati...

Zelensky reports attacks on oil and St. Petersburg base

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky announced strikes on an oil terminal and a military base in Russia's St. Petersburg region, as well as a weapons plant in the Tambov region. These targets are lo...

Air France-KLM expects to operate all flights this summer

Air France-KLM has announced that it expects to maintain its full flight schedule this summer. The airline group confirmed it can operate as planned despite previous concerns over fuel shortages stemm...

Study: bailiffs can help identify problematic debt

A pilot program across six municipalities has shown that bailiffs can effectively identify individuals with problematic debts by referring them to local authorities. This proactive approach helps muni...

Kuwait Airport closed after damage from Iranian attack

Kuwait International Airport has been closed indefinitely following a drone and missile attack launched by Iran. The military reports that the strike caused multiple injuries and significant damage to...

Highway and rail protesters must be easier to remove: cabinet intervenes

The Dutch cabinet plans to introduce measures making it easier for authorities to remove and transport protesters who block highways or railways. While streamlining the process of clearing such demons...

Bailiffs lead unprecedented number of debtors to support services

A pilot program involving bailiffs has successfully connected a previously overlooked group of individuals struggling with debt to support services. The initiative demonstrates how bailiffs can play a...

Why inflation is not only bad news: higher prices also make debts ‘cheaper’

Inflation is currently rising rapidly, affecting daily expenses, but it also has the advantage of making existing debts relatively cheaper. Economists note that a moderate level of inflation is essent...

North Holland residents can help shape provincial policy via citizens' initiatives, such as building in protected areas

Residents of North Holland will soon be able to influence provincial policy through the submission of citizens' initiatives. This new mechanism allows the public to directly impact decisions on variou...

A$AP Rocky on home shooting: 'Took away peace and happiness'

American rapper A$AP Rocky has commented for the first time on a shooting incident that took place at his Beverly Hills home in March. He stated that the event significantly disrupted his sense of pea...

Get baking! Where to get a free sourdough starter in Haarlem

Home bakers in Haarlem can obtain a free sourdough starter to begin their own bread-making projects at home. The initiative provides residents with the necessary culture to create sourdough, encouragi...

Oil prices rise after further escalation in war between Iran and the US

Oil prices rose on Wednesday following a further escalation in the conflict between Iran and the United States. This increase comes after previous hopes for a ceasefire extension and the opening of th...

Only 16 people on Terschelling have picking rights: only they may harvest cranberries

Gerard Joling announces final major solo concerts: 'Giving it my all one last time'

Dutch singer Gerard Joling has announced his final major solo concerts, titled 'Only Joling - The Final Countdown,' scheduled for February 19 and 20, 2027. The performances will take place at Rotterda...

Singer Peabo Bryson, known for Disney classics, dies at 75

American singer Peabo Bryson, renowned for Disney hits such as 'A Whole New World' and 'Beauty and the Beast,' has died at age 75. He passed away on Tuesday after being hospitalized following a stroke...