The popularity of dynamic energy contracts is rising in the Netherlands, with over 1.1 million households now opting for plans where prices fluctuate continuously based on market rates. While these consumers benefit from price drops, they also face the immediate impact of energy price increases.
A large fire broke out in an apartment on the Prinsengracht in Amsterdam this afternoon. Firefighters were dispatched to the scene at 4:27 PM to combat the blaze, which caused visible black smoke over the city center.
The American law firm Greenberg Traurig is filing an appeal in the Supreme Court against a ruling by the Amsterdam Court of Appeal. The court previously ordered the firm to pay DJ Tiësto 17 million dollars in damages due to incorrect tax advice.
Criminals are increasingly using AI to create convincing fraudulent webshops, leading to significant financial losses for consumers. Experts emphasize that these sites are becoming easier to produce and warn that perpetrators often operate from outside Europe, exploiting consumer impulsivity.
During Open Monumentendag 2026, the public will have the opportunity to visit several historic sites in Haarlem that are typically closed to visitors. This event includes locations such as the Bakenesserkerk and the Brouwershofje.