Last week, the municipality of Haarlem processed 46 permit applications regarding construction and other local developments. Residents are encouraged to check the list of notifications to see what changes are occurring in their specific neighborhoods.
The Dutch Public Prosecution Service confiscated a record 433 million euros in criminal assets and goods in 2025. This marks the fourth consecutive year that the total value of seizures has increased.
A panel of three taste experts recently conducted a blind taste test to determine the best store-bought guacamole for barbecue gatherings. The winning dip was highly praised for its quality, with experts noting that it tasted as if it were homemade.
The Pride Walk, a protest for queer inclusion and solidarity, is taking place today in Amsterdam. Participants gathered at Dam Square at 11:00 AM before marching towards Vondelpark, which has been renamed Pride Park for the event.
Aisha, a Ugandan refugee who fled strict anti-gay laws in her home country, is challenging the Dutch immigration service's denial of her asylum claim regarding her sexual orientation. She addressed attendees at the start of the Pride walk in Amsterdam, highlighting the struggles of undocumented LGBTQ+ individuals.
A bright fireball was observed by numerous people across the Netherlands, including several locations in Amsterdam, yesterday evening. While experts initially suggested it might be a meteor, satellite expert Marco Langbroek identified the object as a decaying SpaceX Starlink satellite.