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Was Shalini C. (28) under immense pressure when she leaked information to criminals from within the port police?

Was Shalini C. (28) under immense pressure when she leaked information to criminals from within the port police?

A 28-year-old police employee named Shalini C. is on trial in Amsterdam for leaking confidential information to criminal elements over a two-year period. While prosecutors are demanding a six-month jail term and a professional ban, the defendant claims her cooperation was the result of severe threats and pressure.

Coalition tries to entice opposition, but: 'Henri talks at length about what isn't possible, this doesn't seem like a serious attempt'

Coalition tries to entice opposition, but: 'Henri talks at length about what isn't possible, this doesn't seem like a serious attempt'

The Dutch coalition government is attempting to secure support from opposition parties for upcoming tax and legislative plans, but their individual outreach efforts are being met with significant skepticism. Opposition leaders describe the calls as non-serious and vague, insisting that they prefer a collective and transparent dialogue over the coalition's current strategy.

PRO struggles with tree motion but wants to send a signal for more trees

PRO struggles with tree motion but wants to send a signal for more trees

Political reporter Roos van Riel discusses a challenging motion concerning tree planting in Amsterdam. The PRO party is finding it difficult to vote against the motion while wanting to support the underlying call for more urban trees.

Marius Borg Høiby appeals extension of pre-trial detention

Marius Borg Høiby appeals extension of pre-trial detention

Marius Borg Høiby has filed an appeal against the court's decision to extend his pre-trial detention. While a lower court initially ordered his release, the appellate court overturned this ruling due to concerns regarding potential recidivism and his personal well-being.

Museum van de Geest saved again by the municipality of Haarlem

Museum van de Geest saved again by the municipality of Haarlem

The Haarlem city council has granted the struggling Museum van de Geest an additional 140,000 euros in annual subsidies for 2027 and 2028. This financial support, intended to prevent bankruptcy, comes with conditions requiring the museum to secure additional external funding and address its outstanding debts.