A power outage hit several streets in Amsterdam-Noord, including Havikslaan, after a loud bang caused by a snapped underground electrical cable. Emergency services cordoned off the area while grid operator Liander worked to restore power to affected residents.
Based on reporting by rss. Translated and condensed by LocalHeadlines.
Police in Amsterdam have seized a server from a data center in the city's eastern district at the request of the United States. The action targets an Italian internet provider suspected by American authorities of facilitating the antifascist movement antifa.
The Amsterdam transport operator GVB plans to test small, driverless shuttle buses within the next three years. This initiative aims to address severe labor shortages and eventually transition the city's regular bus network toward autonomous operations.
A man in Amsterdam received a fully suspended sentence for making antisemitic remarks during a pro-Palestinian protest and insulting police officers. The court ruled his comments regarding the Holocaust were unacceptable, though they accounted for the severe public backlash he faced in their final sentencing decision.
Authorities warn that over 150 fraudulent websites are currently offering fake ETIAS travel authorizations, despite the official system not yet being active. Travelers are advised that when the program launches in 2027, they should only use the designated official European Union website to avoid financial scams and data theft.
Albert Heijn is experiencing major technical disruptions that have halted online deliveries and caused supply issues nationwide, prompting customers to flock to rival supermarkets. While competitors report increased traffic and sales, industry officials stress that the national food supply remains stable and secure.
We would like to use Google Analytics cookies to see how the site is used. They are optional — decline and no cookies are set. Privacy Policy