Former Dutch professional cyclists Thomas Dekker and Laurens ten Dam were unintentionally involved in the murder case of American cyclist Moriah Wilson, as they were staying at the perpetrator's home when the crime occurred. The incident and the subsequent investigation are featured in a new Netflix documentary about the high-profile case.
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.
The Dirk van den Broek supermarket located at Mercatorplein stands on historically significant ground where the company's story began. This location serves as the origin point for the well-known Dutch supermarket chain's history within Amsterdam.
A judge in Amsterdam has ruled that a high school acted too harshly by expelling a student for stealing and distributing photos of upcoming exams. While the court acknowledged the seriousness of the student's actions, it ordered the school to allow the student to remain, suggesting that a less severe disciplinary measure like suspension would have been more appropriate given the impact on the student's education.
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.
Three ice cream experts tested seven brands of the classic 'raketje' water ice pop, which is the best-selling water ice product in the Netherlands. With 65 to 75 million consumed annually, the experts evaluated these iconic tri-colored treats during this summer's heatwaves.