The hacker group ShinyHunters has compromised the data of over 40 Dutch educational institutions, affecting thousands of students, teachers, and staff. The breach occurred through the education platform Canvas, and a list of the affected institutions was published on Wednesday.
Dutch Deputy Prime Minister Rob Jetten has urged the Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe (OSCE) to maintain pressure on Russia to pursue a ceasefire and peace negotiations. He made this appeal during the opening of the OSCE Parliamentary Assembly in The Hague.
A new circular bicycle bridge named 'De Patriot' was officially opened in Abbenes on Friday. The bridge, named after a resistance group, saw its first cyclist cross it even before the opening ceremony concluded.
Dutch tennis player Jesper de Jong and his partner Valentin Royer were eliminated from the Wimbledon doubles tournament in the second round. The pair lost in straight sets to Italian opponents Simone Bolelli and Andrea Vavassori.
Three residents received a bronze medal and certificate from the Royal Society for the Rescue of Drowning Victims for their bravery during a rescue operation in Bennebroek. The group saved a driver earlier this year after her vehicle ended up in the water of the Leidsevaart.
Biologists report that key fish species such as North Sea sole, plaice, and herring are thriving in the North Sea. Consequently, they recommend increasing the permitted catch limits for these species next year.