Trade between China and North Korea increased by 22% in the first two months of 2026 compared to the previous year. This growth marks an improvement in relations between the two countries following a period of tension regarding North Korea's ties with Russia.
Dutch police have arrested four suspects in a major investigation into the drugging, sexual abuse, and filming of women. The investigation involves the exchange of illicit footage and includes individuals from various locations across the Netherlands.
Hussein Sheikh-Ahmar has sold his steakhouse located at Plein 1945 in IJmuiden after lowering the asking price by 140,000 euros. While expressing relief over the sale, Sheikh-Ahmar also shared feelings of sadness about parting with the business.
Evert Roelofs, who purchased Paviljoen Het Witte Huis in Overveen on Monday, discovered through a newspaper report just days later that he must vacate the premises by the end of summer. Roelofs states he was not informed of the impending closure before signing the contract and would not have bought the business otherwise.
American actor Shia LaBeouf has pleaded guilty to three counts of simple assault following his arrest earlier this year in New Orleans. The charges stem from a physical altercation that took place during the city's Mardi Gras celebrations.
In Maassluis, Mayor Jack de Vries is at odds with the new local coalition over the intake of asylum seekers. While the coalition has pledged to accept zero refugees, De Vries maintains that the municipality must comply with the national distribution law.