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Man (32) arrested for sending ketamine parcels to Israel
A 32-year-old man from Amsterdam has been arrested for attempting to send parcels containing ketamine to Israel using legal postal services. The investigation led to a search of the suspect's home, wh...
Major delays on A9 between Amstelveen and Alkmaar
An accident on the A9 between Rottepolderplein and the Wijkertunnel caused significant traffic delays of up to 45 minutes, with additional congestion reported on the A22 and the A4 towards Amsterdam. ...
Emergency order around Loosdrecht town hall
An emergency ordinance has been implemented in part of Loosdrecht, specifically restricting access to the area surrounding the town hall. Individuals are only permitted in the vicinity if they can pro...
OPEC expects lower oil demand due to higher prices
OPEC has lowered its global oil demand forecast for the year, citing significant price increases for crude oil. These rising costs are primarily driven by the ongoing conflict in the Middle East.
UvA master's student discovers exoplanet during study project: ‘It’s a childhood dream come true’
Ukraine and Lithuania strike drone deal
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and Lithuanian President Gitanas Nauseda signed a drone deal during a meeting in Bucharest. As part of the agreement, Ukraine will send a team of military expert...
Pop group KATSEYE to perform at Ziggo Dome in September
The American pop group KATSEYE will perform at the Ziggo Dome in Amsterdam on September 11. The concert is a stop on the group's global tour, titled THE WILDWORLD TOUR.
What was it like living as an orphan in the Maagdenhuis? These women know: ‘The sisters tapped their keys loudly on the doors’
'They laughingly flip the bird': Bellatrixstraat residents send urgent list of demands to municipality to combat street racing and decay
Residents of Bellatrixstraat in the municipality of Velsen have sent a formal letter to local authorities demanding action against street racing, intimidation, and neighborhood neglect. In response, t...
NOS appoints Jeroen Grueter as World Cup final commentator for the first time
NOS has appointed Jeroen Grueter to provide television commentary for the World Cup football final on July 19. The 57-year-old commentator succeeds Jeroen Elshoff, who covered the last two World Cup f...
Former Heemskerk resident back to square one after fourteen years of psychiatric treatment: 'Just lock me up and throw away the key'
During a court hearing in Haarlem, 40-year-old G.K. expressed deep despair and asked to be permanently imprisoned as officials considered extending his mandatory psychiatric treatment (TBS). After 14 ...
They're already here: Harry Styles fans already camping out for Saturday's concert
Fans have begun queuing outside the Johan Cruijff Arena in Amsterdam days ahead of Harry Styles' concert this Saturday. Although official camping is prohibited, fans from various countries are using a...
Criticism from all sides for Markuszower over asylum unrest
During a debate on asylum demonstrations, politician Gidi Markuszower faced criticism from various political parties, including coalition members CDA and D66. Critics argued that his participation in ...
Weekend tips: things to do in Amsterdam from May 15 to 17
This article provides recommendations for activities in Amsterdam during the long Ascension Day weekend from May 15 to 17. It highlights that there are many events and things to do within the city for...
Xillan Macrooy writes about growing up as a queer boy in Suriname: ‘The world needs our dreams’
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Predicted road congestion ‘coming true’, says ANWB
The ANWB reported that Wednesday's evening rush hour was significantly heavier than usual, with traffic jams peaking at 995 kilometers by late afternoon. This congestion marks the third busiest evenin...