Wim Westhoff has turned his living room into the smallest polling station in the Netherlands for the 2026 municipal elections. Twenty voters have already visited the unique site, where they are offered coffee and cookies while casting their ballots.
During the 2026 Canal Parade in Amsterdam, 18-year-old Isis Eversdijken joined the provincial boat with her mother to thank her for providing an unconditionally supportive home environment during her coming-out process. Isis was selected for this opportunity after sharing her personal story as part of an initiative to highlight stories from the LGBTQ+ community in the province.
During the 2026 Canal Parade in Amsterdam, 18-year-old Isis Eversdijken brought her mother on the provincial boat to thank her for their supportive home environment. Isis, who came out as bisexual during her first Pride, shared her story to emphasize the importance of acceptance within the queer community.
The Dutch news outlet NU.nl is highlighting sustainable projects in its series 'Koplopers' this summer. This week's feature focuses on an Utrecht-based company developing a greener alternative to AI platforms like ChatGPT.
Increased police presence and security measures, such as armored vehicles and concrete blocks, were implemented during the Canal Parade in Amsterdam. These safety precautions follow recent security concerns in Berlin, and were welcomed by many visitors attending the event.
PVV leader Geert Wilders faces a diminished political role in The Hague, while his party's parliamentary faction remains largely withdrawn. Conversely, the PVV delegation in Brussels is adopting a different approach, signaling a divergence in the party's strategic direction.