On July 15, 2026, the mayor of Haarlem ordered the closure of a residence on Clothildestraat for one year following a police raid that uncovered drugs, weapons, and drug-trafficking equipment. The resident unsuccessfully challenged the decision in court, and the property will remain closed to restore public order and safety in the neighborhood.
Bicycle retailers in the Netherlands are concerned about the stability of the manufacturer Accell and its potential impact on future bike inventory and parts availability. Dealers fear that supply chain disruptions could severely affect their businesses.
As scouts actively search for new talent during the summer months, experts are offering guidance to parents whose children aspire to become fashion models. The advice explores how to support a child's ambition while managing potential risks, such as an unhealthy craving for public attention.
The Public Prosecution Service has demanded a 12-month sentence for a 17-year-old boy accused of causing an explosion at the Atrium office complex on the Zuidas in mid-March. The suspect, whose case was heard behind closed doors due to his age, is also linked to an earlier explosion at a Jewish school in Buitenveldert, with the court scheduled to deliver its verdict on August 20.