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ETIAS travel authorization not yet mandatory, but fake websites are already offering them

ETIAS travel authorization not yet mandatory, but fake websites are already offering them

Authorities warn that over 150 fraudulent websites are currently offering fake ETIAS travel authorizations, despite the official system not yet being active. Travelers are advised that when the program launches in 2027, they should only use the designated official European Union website to avoid financial scams and data theft.

Westeinder campsite residents back in court: 'compensation too low'

Westeinder campsite residents back in court: 'compensation too low'

Residents of Camping De Westeinder have returned to court in Haarlem to challenge the inadequate compensation offered by developer Kleen Estate for their forced relocation. Many residents rely on the park for permanent housing due to the local housing crisis and argue that the current offers are insufficient to cover relocation costs or provide alternative shelter.

Pieter (64) could no longer afford high rent and ended up on the street: I was just surviving

Pieter (64) could no longer afford high rent and ended up on the street: I was just surviving

After suffering a series of financial setbacks, 64-year-old Pieter Willems lost his home and was forced to live on the streets. He is now joining a protest in Amsterdam to raise awareness about the worsening housing crisis and the vulnerability of those facing homelessness.

Electric cars are driving further into Europe, but watch out for hidden costs in France

Electric cars are driving further into Europe, but watch out for hidden costs in France

Dutch electric vehicle drivers are increasingly traveling further across Europe, but the ANWB warns that hidden costs like blocking fees remain a problem in countries such as France. Drivers are advised to check tariff details in charging apps to avoid significant unexpected charges for staying connected to a station after a battery is full.

Farmer and toy seller: why be a farmer if you can't make a living from it?

Farmer and toy seller: why be a farmer if you can't make a living from it?

The Houdijk family in Abbenes keeps their farm running by supplementing crop production with a successful toy shop and off-farm employment. Despite the financial instability of the agricultural sector, the next generation remains committed to continuing the family business because of their passion for the lifestyle.