haarlemsdagbladJun 25, 2026, 07:24

Donyell Malen in difficult situation with Netherlands at 2026 World Cup: 'Ruud van Nistelrooy must give him extra attention'

Donyell Malen faces a difficult situation in the Dutch national team as coach Ronald Koeman favors an attacking trio of Gakpo, Brobbey, and Summerville for the upcoming World Cup match against Tunisia. The decision follows a dominant 5-1 victory over Sweden where all three preferred forwards performed strongly and have each already scored twice in the tournament.

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No refund for non-objectors to unlawful Box 3 tax, Supreme Court rules

The Dutch Supreme Court ruled on Thursday that taxpayers who did not file timely objections against the illegal box 3 wealth tax are not entitled to a refund. This decision confirms that compensation is restricted to those who formally contested their tax assessments.

People who did not object to Box 3 tax will not get their money back

The Dutch Supreme Court ruled on Thursday that taxpayers who failed to object on time to the unlawful box 3 tax levy will not receive refunds. This decision confirms that the government is not legally obligated to compensate those who did not follow the formal objection process.

Rome temporarily suspends controversial EU border system due to airport chaos

Rome's airports have temporarily suspended the implementation of a new EU border control system due to technical issues and massive queues. The system, which requires fingerprints and facial scans from non-EU citizens, will remain paused until the process becomes more efficient.

Ajax to face Greek, German and English opponents, pre-season concludes against Volendam

Ajax has announced its pre-season friendly schedule, which includes matches against Greek clubs Panathinaikos and Olympiakos as well as Cyprus's AEK Larnaca. The team will also face second-tier opponents from Germany and England before concluding their training campaign against Volendam.

Fewer STI visits to public health centers, Soa Aids Netherlands concerned

Last year, the number of people visiting sexual health centers for STI consultations in the Netherlands decreased despite a rise in diagnoses for gonorrhea, syphilis, and HIV. Soa Aids Nederland expressed concern over this trend, noting that fewer people are seeking testing while infection rates increase.