It is painful that your social life changes drastically when your income drops

Forced transfer at Surinameplein frustrates tram passengers: ‘Can’t they coordinate the schedules?’

Joan of Arc sells clothing, ceramics, and curios from Japan and Mexico: ‘Amsterdammers have a hunger for something unique’

Working past retirement age becomes the norm in collective labor agreements: 'How valuable are you still?'

Working beyond the official retirement age is becoming increasingly common in collective labor agreements across the Netherlands. By the first half of 2026, eleven collective agreements have already established formal policies for employees wishing to continue working after reaching their AOW retirement age.

Spot the differences: Akbarstraat in 2008 and in 2026

Japan confirms US support for efforts to recover historic yen lows

Japan and the United States have conducted a joint currency market intervention for the first time in fifteen years to address the yen reaching a forty-year low. This measure was taken after the Japanese currency experienced a significant decline last week.