Amsterdam ban on meat and fossil fuel ads not immediately enforced

Former Tropical Institute KIT makes major staff cuts: 50 of 150 employees to leave

UAE reports downing missiles from Iran

The United Arab Emirates Ministry of Defense reported that they intercepted three missiles launched from Iran. A fourth missile reportedly fell into the sea during the incident.

EU seeks to maintain dialogue with US after new import tariffs

European Union member states intend to continue trade negotiations with the United States while evaluating potential countermeasures against proposed 25 percent import tariffs on automobiles. The countries aim to maintain dialogue despite the threat of increased trade barriers.

Ewald Engelen gives Freedom Lecture at Haarlem lodge on climate of fear and militarization in Europe

Professor and publicist Ewald Engelen will deliver the annual Freedom Lecture at the Ad Lucem et Pacem lodge in Haarlem on May 18. The lecture will address his critical views on what he describes as a prevailing climate of fear and militarization within Europe.

More and more employees off on Liberation Day, but costs are rising sharply

An increasing number of collective labor agreements in the Netherlands now designate Liberation Day as an annual paid holiday for employees. However, the employers' association AWVN warns that rising costs and operational challenges make it difficult for all businesses to close every year.