Gino Zucotti, a 47-year-old local council member in Alkmaar, shares his experiences and the challenges of political life as he seeks a second term. The article explores his motivations and the nature of municipal work in the Netherlands ahead of upcoming elections.
PostNL reported a decline in parcel deliveries during the first half of the year, driven primarily by a reduction in orders from Asian webshops. Additionally, the volume of letters and postcards continues its long-term downward trend.
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.
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.
The band Massive Attack has expressed disappointment and surprise after Singaporean authorities detained them and imposed an entry ban following pro-Palestinian statements made during a performance. The group criticized the local authorities' response to their remarks during the concert.
The annual Pride church service was held at the Keizersgrachtkerk in Amsterdam, featuring guest speaker Bishop Gene Robinson. The event highlighted ongoing concerns regarding LGBTQ+ rights and safety, reflecting on Robinson's personal experiences with threats as a gay bishop and the broader challenges faced by the queer community today.