The death toll in Venezuela has risen to at least 164 following a series of severe earthquakes. Interim President Delcy Rodríguez confirmed the updated figures as authorities continue to assess the impact of the disaster.
The Netherlands has officially recorded its first heatwave of 2026 after temperatures in De Bilt reached 30.2 degrees Celsius. This occurrence equals the record for the longest heatwave in the month of June for the country.
A majority of the Dutch House of Representatives is calling for action to curb the excessive collection and resale of personal data by online companies. The proposal aims to restrict how businesses profit from user information gathered via cookies and account details.
Dutch coalition parties D66, VVD, and CDA have expressed a desire to preserve the village of Moerdijk, provided that long-term certainty can be guaranteed to prevent future debates. Both the coalition and opposition are currently dissatisfied with the decision-making process regarding the village's future.
A cyclist on a cargo bike was injured on Thursday morning after colliding with a bus on the Nassaulaan in Haarlem. The accident occurred late in the morning and resulted in injuries to the person on the bike.
The Netherlands is deploying an Urban Search and Rescue team to Venezuela to assist with relief efforts following recent earthquakes. The team, consisting of rescue workers, dogs, and equipment, was dispatched by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs following an official request for aid from Venezuela.