How the VVD regained seats in Amsterdam with Daan Wijnants

Lebanese archaeological complex damaged by Israeli attack

An Israeli bombardment on the southern Lebanese city of Tyre has damaged an ancient archaeological complex dating back to the Roman era. The site, which is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage site, was reported damaged by the Lebanese Ministry of Culture.

Asylum seekers from overcrowded Ter Apel can stay in Roden until Thursday

Asylum seekers unable to stay at the overcrowded registration center in Ter Apel will be temporarily housed in a sports hall in Roden until Thursday morning. This emergency accommodation prevents them from having to sleep outside while a structural solution is still being sought.

Halsema advocates purchasing vacant churches for other religions in memo on separation of church and state

Hillegom property owner takes Zaanstad to Council of State over house splitting penalty: 'Incomprehensible'

Contractor Martijn Meskers from Hillegom has appealed to the Council of State regarding a 36,000 euro fine imposed by the municipality of Zaanstad. The dispute concerns a 2019 case where a property in Zaandam was divided into five rooms without the required permit.

Six-party coalition in Bloemendaal: Informateurs see chance for broad-based agreement

Informateurs Alex de Vries and Bruno Giebels have proposed a six-party coalition for the municipality of Bloemendaal following the March municipal elections. The potential alliance includes VVD, D66, CDA, Lijst Metselaar, Zelfstandig Bloemendaal, and Liberaal Bloemendaal.