Fewer cannabis plantations dismantled and far fewer drug waste dumping sites

Haga Lyceum board considers next steps following critical report

Police find large quantity of drugs in storage unit in Amsterdam-Noord

Baby boomer inheritance widens wealth gap: 'Inheritance tax comes too late'

The wealth gap in the Netherlands is widening due to increasingly large inheritances being passed down from the baby boomer generation. While a majority of the public supports higher taxes on large inheritances, experts argue that such tax measures are often implemented too late to effectively reduce inequality.

Why women on the right are breaking through

Recent observations from a NATO summit highlight that the few female leaders currently representing EU nations are predominantly from right-wing political parties. Analysts suggest that women succeeding within these male-dominated structures are often perceived as having exceptional professional qualifications.

Rumor about 'terrible stench' in Elandsgracht police station cells is true

Police in Amsterdam have confirmed that there is a persistent unpleasant odor in the cell complex at Elandsgracht. According to officers, the smell is primarily caused by detainees who have been living on the street and have not been able to shower for long periods, despite daily cleaning efforts.