Economic growth in the Netherlands was lower than expected in the first quarter, partly due to the ongoing conflict in the Middle East. While the economic outlook has worsened, experts believe there is no immediate danger of a recession.
Schiphol Airport will perform annual maintenance on the Polderbaan runway from May 4 to May 12. The runway will be closed to air traffic on weekdays during this maintenance period.
Olivia Rodrigo will perform two concerts at the Ziggo Dome in Amsterdam on March 23 and 24 as part of her Unraveled Tour. Special guest Grace Ives will join her for these performances scheduled for next year.
An accident in the Coentunnel has resulted in a nearly 10-kilometer traffic jam on the A5 motorway toward Amsterdam, causing delays of approximately 45 minutes. Additional congestion is reported between the De Nieuwe Meer and Coenplein interchanges, leading to further travel disruptions in the area.
European Parliament President Roberta Metsola has rejected a request from several Dutch MEPs to temporarily halt monthly sessions in Strasbourg to save energy. The MEPs from various Dutch political parties had proposed holding all meetings in Brussels due to the ongoing energy crisis, but the parliament will continue its regular travel schedule.
Following a wildfire near 't Harde, experts emphasize that nature needs urgent assistance to recover from the effects of drought. Biologist Arnold van Vliet warns that such fires symbolize large-scale environmental issues and calls for immediate action to improve nature quality.