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Woman (27) forced into prostitution, prosecutors demand 4 years for suspects

The Public Prosecution Service has demanded four-year prison sentences for a man and a woman accused of forcing a 27-year-old woman into prostitution in Amsterdam-Zuidoost for over a year. The victim was allegedly subjected to physical abuse and threats, while the suspects confiscated her earnings of up to 1,500 euros per day. Although the woman attempted to escape several times, she was repeatedly coerced back through threats against her family until police intervened during a routine check.

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Planning a BBQ? Be considerate of your neighbors

The municipality of Haarlem advises residents to be considerate of their neighbors when using barbecues or fire pits to avoid smoke nuisance. Residents are encouraged to use dry wood, check weather conditions via the Stookwijzer website, and report any significant issues to the local authorities.

Prins Bernhardlaan closed for a month

The Prins Bernhardlaan in Haarlem will be closed to car and bus traffic from July 20 to August 20, 2026, to accommodate construction and road maintenance. While cyclists and pedestrians can still pass through the area via designated paths, motorists must follow signed detour routes.

Prins Bernhardlaan in Haarlem to close for a month for roadworks

The municipality of Haarlem has announced that the Prins Bernhardlaan will be closed to motor vehicle traffic between the Julius Röntgenstraat and the Leonard Springerlaan. The closure is scheduled to take place from July 20 through August 20 for road maintenance work.

Crypto platform Knaken declared bankrupt: 7 million euros missing

The court in Rotterdam has declared the cryptocurrency platform Knaken bankrupt following a request from the Public Prosecution Service. The bankruptcy filing came after the Dutch Authority for the Financial Markets reported concerns regarding the company's financial situation, with approximately 7 million euros currently missing.

Banks continue to profit from customers despite low mortgage margins

Banks in the Netherlands are expected to earn significantly less on new mortgages throughout 2025 and 2026. Despite lower mortgage margins, these institutions remain highly profitable due to consumer income generated from savings and payment accounts.