The parents of 14-year-old Raymi held a memorial in Durgerdam, Amsterdam, two years after he drowned in the Buiten-IJ while on vacation. Following investigations into communication issues that hampered rescue efforts at the time, a new radio transmitter has been installed to improve emergency response in the area.
The Dutch Tax and Customs Administration is saving nearly 2 million euros in printing and mailing costs as fewer blue envelopes are being sent. This decrease is due to nearly four million citizens opting to receive their tax correspondence exclusively in digital format.
TicketSwap has introduced a new feature allowing festival organizers to set minimum price limits on secondary ticket sales. This change aims to end the practice of dumping tickets at extremely low prices, making it harder for consumers to purchase last-minute tickets for a significant discount.
The Dutch Media Authority (CvdM) has ordered the broadcaster Ongehoord Nederland (ON!) to repay over 42,000 euros in improperly funded legal costs for a case involving Raisa Blommestijn. The broadcaster's objection to the recovery order has been declared unfounded.
Former professional cyclist Thomas Dekker and his partner, Debby, have announced the loss of their child during pregnancy. The couple shared a heartfelt message on Instagram, stating that the baby will forever remain in their hearts.
Antonio L. confessed to killing his wife, Ilenia Panzolini, at their home in Amsterdam's Indische Buurt in April after calling the police himself. During a preliminary hearing, prosecutors questioned the defendant's claims of being poisoned by cookies and asserted there was no evidence of a struggle, as investigators continue to examine the scene and the suspect's mental state.