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Few parties with only female candidates on the ballot
An analysis of Dutch municipal election data shows that very few political parties feature exclusively female candidates on their ballots. While 95 parties consist only of men, only four parties with ...
Striking link to Urk in major drug case: ‘Suspect knew what he was doing’
A 38-year-old man from Amsterdam is suspected of large-scale cocaine trafficking with notable links to drug cases involving individuals from Urk. The investigation highlights significant similarities ...
King Willem-Alexander in Antilles for Aruba anniversary
King Willem-Alexander arrived in Aruba on Wednesday to celebrate the island's 40th anniversary of autonomy within the Kingdom of the Netherlands and the 50th anniversary of its national symbols. The K...
Good turnout for overnight voting in several municipalities
Nighttime voting in several Dutch municipalities saw a high turnout, with The Hague reporting more voters by 1:00 AM than during the entire night of the 2018 elections. A spokesperson for the municipa...
Major fire in Etten-Leur, response upgraded to GRIP 1
A major fire broke out at an apartment complex in Etten-Leur during the night of Tuesday to Wednesday. Emergency services escalated the incident to a grip 1 level and are currently evacuating the resi...
JA21 parliamentary leader Kreuger files report for assault
Kevin Kreuger, the JA21 party leader in Amsterdam, filed a police report for assault following an incident on Tuesday night. The Amsterdam branch of the political party announced the filing of the rep...
Cabinet faces multi-billion shortfall, wants motorists and businesses to help pay for infrastructure
The Dutch cabinet is exploring ways to have motorists and businesses contribute to infrastructure funding to address a multi-billion euro deficit. Proposed measures include bridge tolls and tax increa...
Darifa and Nora have been championing women in Amsterdam for 25 years: ‘We do everything from the heart and people feel it’
Amsterdam sewage contains highest levels of ketamine and MDMA in Europe
People say: Finally a film where I see my story and experience reflected
De Mos denies hiring non-Dutch-speaking flyer distributors
Richard de Mos, leader of Hart voor Den Haag, has denied allegations that his party hired non-Dutch-speaking individuals to distribute campaign flyers. The controversy arose following a video from the...
Weak regions hit hard by high energy prices
The Dutch economy is showing resilience despite high energy prices and the ongoing war, with growth expected to continue even if oil prices remain at elevated levels. However, this economic progress i...
Morocco wins Africa Cup two months after final as Senegal penalized
Morocco has been awarded the Africa Cup title two months after the final following a ruling by the CAF against Senegal. The decision penalizes Senegal for their players walking off the pitch during th...
First polling stations open at midnight
The first polling stations for municipal elections in the Netherlands will open at midnight in cities including Arnhem, Den Haag, and Zwolle. Most other voting locations are scheduled to open at 7:30 ...
Wilders under no illusions about local elections
PVV leader Geert Wilders expressed modest expectations for his party's performance in the upcoming municipal elections, noting they are only competing in about forty municipalities. Following a final ...
CDA Doetinchem asks national politicians to watch their language
Jeroen Berends, the lead candidate for CDA Doetinchem, has called on national politicians to mind their language, arguing that their rhetoric contributes to the intimidation of local council members. ...
Irish celebrate St. Patrick's Day: A good Irish breakfast with 20 pints
Irish people are celebrating St. Patrick's Day in Amsterdam, with local Irish pubs opening early to accommodate crowds enjoying Guinness and camaraderie. Participants emphasize that the holiday has ev...
Irish celebrate St. Patrick's Day: A good Irish breakfast with 20 pints
Irish residents and visitors are celebrating St. Patrick's Day in Amsterdam, with local Irish pubs opening early to serve traditional pints of Guinness. While the holiday originated as a religious fea...
StemWijzer completed nearly 2.3 million times since launch
The StemWijzer voting aid has been used nearly 2.3 million times since its launch a month ago for the Dutch municipal elections. The tool is available in 258 municipalities and is expected to see high...
Jetten: Antisemitism not only among Muslims, points to FVD
Dutch leader Rob Jetten stated on the television program 'Eva' that antisemitism exists across all layers of society rather than being limited to specific groups. He specifically pointed to the politi...
Preserving bulb fields while creating more housing: the choices for young people in Hillegom
Ahead of the municipal elections on March 18, Hillegom is debating how to retain its young population amidst a housing shortage and an aging demographic. Key issues include deciding whether to preserv...
It’s time! Haarlem heads to the polls, read all about the council elections here
Residents of Haarlem are heading to the polls this Wednesday to elect a new city council following a lengthy campaign. Approximately 129,000 eligible voters will determine which 39 candidates will sec...
Dokkum celebrates King's Day over the weekend with a King's song
Dokkum and surrounding Frisian villages will host various festivities during the weekend preceding King's Day, which includes a visit from the royal family. The event program features performances by ...
What we as a polarized society can learn from the Bijlmer
Review: Comedian Isabelle Kafando’s characters are often so grotesque they cease to be interesting
Poor state of Kolenkitbuurt housing is an opportunity to reach residents behind closed doors
Where are we voting tomorrow? These are the 7 most unique polling stations in the Netherlands
The Dutch municipal elections are scheduled for Wednesday, featuring several unique voting locations across the country. Voters have the opportunity to cast their ballots in unconventional settings, s...
Dog Idol and owner Ilse take on challenge together in Spaarndam: ‘He may not be my child, but he is a full member of the family’
Ilse van Veen and her five-year-old dog, Idol, are training for the upcoming Obedience selection trials on March 22 in Spaarndam. The duo practices at the Kynologen Club Amsterdam, where Van Veen desc...
Robert (65) went to school by scooter as a child; now director, he sees pupils arrive in cars and cargo bikes
Robert Smid, a 65-year-old school administrator in Schoorl, is reflecting on the changes in student transportation as he approaches his retirement. Having attended the same school as a child on a scoo...
Stichting Vluchteling sees needs in Lebanon increasing rapidly
Benoit de Gryse, director of the Dutch organization Stichting Vluchteling, reports that humanitarian needs in Lebanon are rising rapidly as nearly a million people have been displaced. De Gryse travel...