haarlemsdagbladJun 10, 2026, 03:05

Tobacco industry dives into legal cannabis. What can we expect? ‘They will focus on health benefits’

The parent company of Marlboro has joined the Dutch legal cannabis experiment by purchasing a large greenhouse in Hellevoetsluis. Experts anticipate that the tobacco industry will utilize its lobbying experience to market cannabis by focusing on potential health benefits. This move raises questions about whether the industry will replicate the controversial promotional strategies used for tobacco products.

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40 percent of GP practices in disadvantaged neighborhoods need support

Approximately 40% of general practitioner practices in disadvantaged Amsterdam neighborhoods are still waiting for specialized support assistants to help patients whose physical symptoms are caused by social issues like poverty or homelessness. The 'Krachtige Basiszorg' initiative has expanded to 43 practices over eight years, successfully reducing GP workloads and healthcare costs by addressing the root causes of patients' stress. Despite its success, many clinics in the city continue to lack the necessary funding and personnel to provide this integrated care.

Chris Brown settles royalty dispute with co-composer

Chris Brown has reached a settlement in a lawsuit where he was accused of withholding royalty payments from a co-composer. The legal dispute involved allegations that the singer had failed to distribute the earnings due for collaborative work.

Alderman Meerhoff and council block Heemstede emergency shelter: ‘Handling tasks side by side requires too much capacity’

The Heemstede municipal council has rejected a proposal to establish temporary emergency housing for asylum seekers at a former police station on Kerklaan. Alderman Sam Meerhoff stated that managing temporary sites alongside long-term housing projects would overstretch municipal capacity. The council decided to prioritize the development of a larger, permanent facility instead.

Watervrienden marks 50 years of swimming lessons and swimming in IJmuiden. Festivities at De Heerenduinen.

The swimming club Watervrienden IJmuiden is celebrating its 50th anniversary on Saturday, June 20, at the De Heerenduinen swimming pool. The festivities will include a sports and games afternoon followed by a BBQ for both current and former members.

Greenhouse gas emissions down in first quarter of 2026

Greenhouse gas emissions in the Netherlands decreased by more than 5 percent in the first quarter of 2026 compared to the same period in 2025. These preliminary figures were reported by the Centraal Bureau voor de Statistiek (CBS) and the RIVM.