Helma Wienen is stepping down as the chairperson of the Kennemerland animal ambulance service after serving for 16 years. The 81-year-old will be succeeded by 55-year-old Jacqueline Makbouli.
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.
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 owners played only a minor role in addressing these financial challenges.
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 3.4 percent to 506,000 euros compared to the previous quarter.
Home sellers in the Netherlands are finding it harder to achieve high asking prices as market conditions shift. Properties with lower energy efficiency or poor maintenance are remaining on the market longer, forcing sellers to adjust their price expectations to be more realistic.
A portrait of Queen Anne of Austria is currently held in the art collection of Amsterdam. The article explores the historical journey of how this painting eventually became part of the city's collection.