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US House of Representatives also approves Russian sanctions, ball in Trump's court

US House of Representatives also approves Russian sanctions, ball in Trump's court

The US House of Representatives has approved an extensive sanctions package against Russia following a similar vote in the Senate. The legislation now awaits final approval from President Donald Trump.

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Trump threatens to halt trade with EU over relationship with Canada

Trump threatens to halt trade with EU over relationship with Canada

U.S. President Donald Trump has threatened to halt trade with the European Union if the bloc proceeds with plans to make Canada an associated member. The dispute highlights potential tensions between the U.S. and its European partners regarding international trade relations.

Women's emancipation is declining, the Netherlands is lagging behind European countries

Women's emancipation is declining, the Netherlands is lagging behind European countries

The Netherlands has fallen three places to 46th on the global gender equality index, falling further behind other European nations. The report highlights a decline in progress regarding women's emancipation in the country.

US central bank raises interest rates to combat high inflation, first hike in over 3 years

US central bank raises interest rates to combat high inflation, first hike in over 3 years

The U.S. Federal Reserve has increased interest rates by 0.25 percentage points to combat high inflation. This marks the first rate hike in the United States since July 2023, following widespread market expectations.

US interest rates almost certain to rise, and we will feel it immediately in the Netherlands

US interest rates almost certain to rise, and we will feel it immediately in the Netherlands

The U.S. Federal Reserve faces pressure regarding a potential interest rate hike, with concerns over political backlash and financial market stability. Any decision made by the central bank is expected to have direct economic consequences for the Netherlands.

Nijkerk company loses case: ban on Israeli products remains

Nijkerk company loses case: ban on Israeli products remains

A court in The Hague has ruled that the Dutch state may continue to prohibit companies from importing products from Israeli settlements in occupied territories. The ruling follows a summary proceeding initiated by the Israel Products Centre based in Nijkerk.