The parents of 35-year-old Angela de Beer, who was murdered in the Spaarnwoude nature reserve in 2022, are expressing frustration over the lengthy appeal process for suspect Cetin K. According to the prosecutor, the delay is taking a heavy toll on the family, who wish to see the legal proceedings concluded as soon as possible.
Cornelis Vrolijk Seafood in IJmuiden has successfully transitioned to being gas-free as part of a broader sustainability initiative for the fishing company's facilities. This renovation follows similar upgrades at the adjacent head office and focuses on greening the production of fish for the retail sector.
The waiting list for disability benefit assessments in the Netherlands has increased, with over 11,000 people waiting longer than six months by the end of 2025. This is a significant rise compared to the 7,900 people on the waiting list at the end of the previous year.
The Dutch weather institute KNMI predicts that the night between Thursday and Friday will be the warmest ever recorded in the Netherlands. Temperatures in De Bilt are expected to remain above 24 degrees Celsius.
The city of Amsterdam has opened twelve pilot cooling spots, including libraries, theaters, and a mosque, to provide relief for residents during an extreme heatwave. These locations are strategically placed in districts like Nieuw-West and Zuidoost, where urban heat risks and poorly insulated housing are most prevalent. The initiative aims to offer a safe space for people to cool down and access water as temperatures rise across the region.
Ajax has announced the addition of four friendly matches to their pre-season schedule for the 2026/2027 season. The club shared this update on Tuesday as part of their preparations for the upcoming campaign.