Pope Leo praises US history of welcoming immigrants

Fouad O. (43) fled after sentence in major Amsterdam drug case, but returns himself to avoid Moroccan prison

No sober New Year in Haarlem after all: municipal fireworks or drone show starting in 2027

Following a recent city council debate, Haarlem has decided to host a central fireworks, drone, or laser show for New Year's Eve starting in 2027. This decision overturns the mayor's original proposal to keep the celebrations sober.

US talks with NATO vanguard including Netherlands cause unrest

A meeting between the United States and a select group of NATO members, including the Netherlands, has caused tension within the alliance. Other NATO members fear this consultation could lead to internal division and express concerns regarding the intentions of the U.S. government.

It's official: IKC Cunera is happening with a maximum building height of 11.5 meters

Local authorities have approved the updated spatial framework for the new Integraal Kind Centrum (IKC) in Bakkum. The school, which was previously greenlit in 2024, will be constructed on Vondelstraat with a maximum height of 11.5 meters.

Local parties angry over smaller ballot without candidate names: 'Where is Thea from Opperdoes?'

Approximately one hundred local political parties in the Netherlands are protesting the government's plan to introduce smaller, candidate-free ballots by 2029. The groups have urged Minister Heerma to retain candidate names on the ballot, arguing that voters prefer to support individuals rather than just political parties.