An explosive device detonated at a business premises on Henri Dunantstraat in Amsterdam's Slotervaart neighborhood late last night, causing a small fire but no injuries. Residents of the apartments above the building were temporarily evacuated as a precaution before being allowed to return home. Police are currently investigating the incident and have not yet made any arrests.
China has expressed dissatisfaction with France's decision to ban advertisements for fast fashion retailers like SHEIN and Temu, labeling the move as trade protectionism disguised as environmental policy. Beijing has threatened to implement retaliatory measures in response to the French regulation.
Between mid-August and mid-October 2026, Cyclomedia vehicles will drive through Haarlem to capture 360-degree panoramic street photography. The images, which will have personal identifiers blurred for privacy, will be used by the municipality for urban planning and preparation of city projects.
A list of recommended activities and events for the weekend of July 24 to 26 has been curated for residents and visitors. The suggestions aim to provide entertainment options across Amsterdam during this three-day period.
Over the past five years, the municipality of Amsterdam has received over 70 complaints regarding unsafe traffic conditions on the Pieter Calandlaan in Nieuw-West, including speeding and dangerous driving. The concerns gained urgency after a 13-year-old boy recently died in a traffic accident, prompting planned safety improvements such as additional pedestrian crossings and traffic calming measures.