Smart traps in Haarlem's sewers are killing between 20 and 60 rats daily, yet the municipality expects 2026 to be a record year for pest reports. To address the persistent issue, Alderman Berkhout is introducing a new protocol for extreme nuisance to manage the growing rat population.
The iconic UMC cancer research building in Amsterdam, known as the 'blokkendoos', is being demolished following its closure in late 2024. The site will be repurposed to support the Zuidasdok project, which involves expanding and partially burying the A10 motorway by 2027.
The Netherlands is set to announce over 3 billion euros in defense contracts at the upcoming NATO summit, focusing on air defense and naval capabilities. Defense Minister Dilan Yeşilgöz confirmed that these initiatives involve collaboration with countries including Belgium, the UK, and Germany.
Cuba is experiencing its third nationwide power outage in six months, according to the state electricity company UNE. The company is currently investigating the cause of the latest grid failure.
Exactly five years after the fatal shooting of Peter R. de Vries in Amsterdam, colleagues and family are commemorating his life and professional legacy. De Vries, who served as a confidant to a key witness in the Marengo trial, remains a significant figure in the Dutch legal landscape as the appeal in his murder case begins.
During the summer holidays, the Boerhaavebad in Haarlem is offering a special morning session every Monday for seniors and parents with young children. This additional hour provides a quieter environment for these specific groups to enjoy the pool.