Graduating students cause rush at Amsterdam bakeries: ‘We had to order extra pastries’

Your child graduated, cheers! How to approach alcohol use together

Over 185,000 students in the Netherlands received their final exam results today, which often leads to celebrations involving alcohol. The article provides guidance for parents on how to monitor and manage their 18-year-old children's drinking habits during these festivities.

Is the alderman overstepping her bounds as 'spokesperson for the steel company'? 'I acted exactly according to our coalition agreement,' says Suzanne Klaassen

Beverwijk alderman Suzanne Klaassen has defended her participation in a paid advertorial for Tata Steel's Green Steel project after facing criticism for acting as a company spokesperson. She maintains that her advocacy for the initiative is in line with the municipality's coalition agreement.

In Clara Frank’s photos, naked bodies blend into nature: ‘It’s not about sexy posing, but about being together without judgment’

Musk virtually visits ASML, but employee banner is clear: ‘Fuck Musk’

Elon Musk virtually joined ASML CEO Christophe Fouquet for a discussion at the Brabanthallen in Den Bosch on Thursday. While many employees watched the event online or in person, some expressed their disapproval of the billionaire's presence with a protest banner.

Council debates procurement policy: "Just be honest and say this is an Israel boycott"

The Amsterdam City Council is debating a new procurement policy that aims to prevent municipal funds from going to companies involved in human rights violations, specifically targeting ties with Israel. Although a proposed referendum for a full boycott was rejected, coalition parties have introduced a 13-point alternative plan focused on ethical spending. Opposition parties criticize the move, arguing that the municipality is overstepping its authority by attempting to conduct foreign policy.