Keti Koti month begins today in Amsterdam with a series of cultural events, lectures, and commemorative activities leading up to the official holiday on July 1st. The program includes a memorial walk, Sranantongo karaoke, and a cultural market, all focusing on the history and legacy of slavery. The month concludes with a national commemoration at Oosterpark and a large-scale festival at Museumplein.
Paul Gill from Wormerveer avoided a 100-euro fine after a neighbor pointed out a broken taillight on his vehicle. Lacking the technical skills to fix it himself, Gill sought assistance for the repair to ensure his car remained road-legal.
The Expo center in Vijfhuizen is hosting an exhibition featuring a wide variety of unique, modified cars described as 'works of art on wheels.' Enthusiasts and families are visiting to admire and photograph these highly customized, gleaming vehicles.
The Dutch hospitality sector experienced a 2.2 percent turnover increase in the first quarter, marking its twentieth consecutive quarter of growth. Additionally, retail turnover in April saw an increase compared to the previous year.
Transavia cancelled numerous flights last week due to operational issues and aircraft unavailability, affecting thousands of travelers. Impacted passengers are eligible for a maximum compensation of 400 euros.
KLM and Schiphol have finalized a deal worth nearly 1 billion euros for the airline's real estate, including the demolition of an old cargo building. This agreement clears the way for the construction of a new terminal at the airport.