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Three 18-year-olds arrested for murder plot in Amsterdam hotel room, possibly contract killing
Inheritance tax is the most hated tax, people find it inherently unfair
While the Netherlands Bureau for Economic Policy Analysis reports public support for higher inheritance taxes, 50Plus senator Martin van Rooijen argues that the tax should be abolished entirely. He de...
Energy consumption has dropped significantly over the past quarter-century, but the decline has stagnated in recent years
Energy consumption in the Netherlands has decreased significantly over the past 25 years despite population growth. However, this downward trend has stagnated in recent years, with little change in co...
Good business from Moroccan World Cup fever: rush on shirts and cakes
Local businesses in the Bos en Lommer neighborhood of Amsterdam are experiencing a significant surge in sales for cakes and shirts ahead of the World Cup quarter-final between Morocco and France. Resi...
Justin Baldoni breaks silence on Blake Lively situation: 'We are healing'
Actor and director Justin Baldoni and his wife, Emily, have broken their silence regarding the legal case involving actress Blake Lively. In an Instagram video, Baldoni reflects on the challenges of t...
Defiant, exuberant, unifying and dazzling: WorldPride in Amsterdam
WorldPride is taking place in Amsterdam from July 25 to August 8. The event features a diverse program centered around the theme of unity.
Public Prosecution Service confirms: knife found by AD reporter is the weapon used to murder Karin (59)
The Public Prosecution Service has confirmed that a knife discovered by an AD reporter is the weapon used in the murder of a 59-year-old woman in Haarlem last March. Police had previously overlooked t...
Singer Bonnie Tyler (75) dies
Total Eclipse of the Heart singer Bonnie Tyler (75) dies
Singer Bonnie Tyler, famous for hits such as Total Eclipse of the Heart and Holding Out for a Hero, has passed away at the age of 75. The announcement was officially confirmed through the singer's web...
Efteling to open first launched suspended roller coaster in 2029
Efteling has announced that it will open its first suspended launch coaster, titled Missie Luminar, in 2029. The new attraction is described by the park as a completely new experience for visitors in ...
Pump prices rise again due to escalating violence between Iran and US, fueling significantly higher costs in Belgium
Fuel prices in the Netherlands increased on Thursday following a sharp rise in global oil prices. This surge was triggered by escalating tensions between Iran and the United States in the Middle East.
Major police search operation in Haarlem-Schalkwijk
Police conducted a large-scale search operation in the Schalkwijk neighborhood of Haarlem last night, involving specialized units, canine teams, and a drone. Authorities have not yet disclosed the mot...
Police investigate shooting in Slotermeer
Police are investigating a shooting that took place around midnight on the Slauerhoffstraat in Amsterdam's Nieuw-West district. No injuries were reported, and the national police unit has taken over t...
Free WorldPride flag for your facade?
In celebration of Pride Month and the upcoming WorldPride event on July 25, free flags are being offered to the public. Residents can collect their flags at the local Stadsloket.
Manhole covers mark where bombs fell during World War II in Amsterdam-Noord
Government cushioned small businesses from major financial problems during the coronavirus pandemic
During the initial phase of the COVID-19 pandemic, the Dutch government provided the primary financial support for small businesses, rather than banks. The internal financing provided by business owne...
The Invite review roundup: 'From stinging arguments to slapstick'
The film 'The Invite' explores the consequences for a married couple who decide to engage in a partner swap with their attractive neighbors. Critics describe the movie as a transition from sharp domes...
More choice in the Amsterdam housing market, but real estate agents warn of structural shortages
Average house price rises to 506,000 euros despite record supply
In the second quarter of 2026, the Netherlands saw a record number of houses put on the market, resulting in increased sales. Despite this high supply, the average price of an existing home rose by 3....