Prosecutors in New York have dropped a rape charge against former film mogul Harvey Weinstein after the accuser declined to testify. The decision brings an end to what would have been the fourth trial against him.
A Code Red weather warning has been issued for the Amsterdam region, leading the local safety council to convene. Authorities are coordinating their response to the severe weather conditions affecting the area.
A delivery van caught fire on the Dreef in Haarlem on Thursday evening, resulting in heavy damage and the loss of many packages. Police are currently searching for the delivery driver, who disappeared following the incident.
The Dutch Ministry of Defense has reaffirmed its decision not to provide individual compensation to victims of the 2015 bombing in Hawija, Iraq, which resulted in at least 70 deaths. Minister Dilan Yeşilgöz stated in the House of Representatives that the government maintains its long-standing position on the matter.
The new Haarlemmermeer administration's coalition agreement has drawn criticism for its ambitious goals and weak financial substantiation. Opposition parties highlighted a lack of focus on culture and sports, along with a failure to prioritize the planned construction of 14,000 homes.
Event organizers are using mist cannons and sponges to protect festival and concert attendees from extreme temperatures this week. These cooling measures are being implemented to make the summer heat more manageable during outdoor activities.