Large crowds have gathered on Amsterdam's Looiersgracht for an event related to Harry Styles' new tour kickoff. The British pop star is set to perform at the Johan Cruijff ArenA this week, causing significant activity in the Jordaan district.
After decades as the director of his family business, 58-year-old Gert decided to resign to travel and explore new experiences. He shared his story of taking on various side jobs in the Netherlands to find personal growth and meaning outside of his corporate career.
A large fire broke out at a waste processing facility in the Westpoort area of Amsterdam, resulting in a strong smell of burning plastic across several parts of the city. Authorities have advised residents affected by the smoke to close windows and doors and to turn off mechanical ventilation systems.
Emergency services have shifted from a rescue to a recovery operation after a push boat sank in Amsterdam's Coenhaven, with the missing crew member presumed deceased. Authorities, including the labor inspectorate, have launched an investigation into the cause of the incident.
A judge in the Netherlands has ruled that a dog owner is liable for damages after his dog bit an 11-year-old girl in Diemen in 2022. The owner must pay 3,000 euros in compensation after the court rejected his claim that the victim was at fault for the incident.