The political parties BBH, D66, and Bloeiend Hillegom are expected to form a new governing coalition in Hillegom following the municipal elections. Leaders from all three parties have expressed agreement that this partnership is the most logical outcome for the town's local government.
The Dutch online bank Bunq has been fined 170,000 euros by the Netherlands Authority for the Financial Markets (AFM). The penalty was issued because the bank failed to respond in a timely manner to fraud complaints from seven customers who were victims of online scams.
Comedian Kor Hoebe has been cast as the Dutch voice actor for the lead character in the new animated film "The Cat in the Hat." The movie, based on the classic Dr. Seuss book, is scheduled to premiere in Dutch cinemas on December 2.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu confirmed that Israel has temporarily halted its attacks against Iran following a recent surge in violence. Netanyahu warned that Israel would respond with full force should Iran initiate any further attacks.
A mobile drug consumption room in Amsterdam will move from 's Gravesandeplein to the Linnaeusstraat on June 29 to alleviate nuisance for residents and the OLVG Oost hospital. While the bus has reduced drug-related issues in Oosterpark, the new location remains temporary as the city continues to search for a permanent facility.