Germany's inflation rate rose to 2.7 percent in March, marking its highest level since January 2024. According to the German statistics agency Destatis, the increase was primarily driven by rising energy prices.
Experts are warning of a potential standstill in the housing market as buyer confidence declines due to high energy prices, rising construction costs, and international conflict. These factors represent the first signs of a cooling market, prompting calls for intervention to avoid stagnation.
The KNRM successfully prevented the shrimp cutter IJM 33 from running aground after a fishing net became stuck in its propeller on Tuesday night. The rescue team acted with urgency to avoid a repeat of previous grounding incidents and was later rewarded with shrimp by the boat's crew.
Dam Square and surrounding streets in Amsterdam will be temporarily closed on June 9 and 17 to accommodate state visits by the President of Germany and the Emperor of Japan. These measures are necessary for the official ceremonies scheduled to take place during their visits.
Minister Hans Vijlbrief has issued a two-week deadline for the meat processing industry to address labor abuses or face a ban on hiring temporary workers. This measure aims to compel slaughterhouses and processing companies to improve working conditions and compliance.
The European Commission has introduced a new package of technology regulations aimed at reducing the continent's dependence on American big tech companies. The initiative focuses on promoting homegrown alternatives and expanding the number of data centers within Europe.