Dermatologists in the Netherlands report a significant increase in skin problems among teenagers and young adults due to the excessive and incorrect use of skincare products promoted on social media. A study from Alrijne Hospital indicates that almost all Dutch skin specialists are encountering patients with issues such as irritation and rashes caused by complex routines.
PostNL has announced a price increase for sending mourning cards with priority delivery starting July 12. The cost for this express postal service will rise to 3.25 euros per letter.
The Dutch Council of State has ruled that the municipality of Haarlem is allowed to ban parking on the grass during antique markets at the Dreef. This decision concludes a legal dispute between market organizer Alice de Nijs and the city over environmental protection measures.
Dutch Minister Stientje van Veldhoven has informed Parliament that energy companies are currently failing to store sufficient gas for the coming winter. At the government's request, state-owned company EBN has started refilling storage facilities to ensure supply. However, the minister warned that this intervention could potentially drive up gas prices for both consumers and businesses.
The upcoming season of Expeditie Robinson will feature participants from both the Netherlands and Flanders for the first time in fourteen years. This new series marks a collaboration between the Dutch broadcaster RTL and the Flemish channel VTM.
Dutch Education Minister Rianne Letschert announced that all vocational education (MBO) students, including minors, will be able to participate in a board year by 2028. This initiative aims to align MBO opportunities with those already available to students at universities and hogescholen.