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Pear drink without pears and smaller chocolate bars: these are the most misleading products of 2026

The 2026 nominations for the Gouden Windei award highlight the year's most misleading food products, such as pear juice primarily composed of apple juice and cheddar sauce with minimal cheese. Other n...

Major alert over ammonia leak at Diemen company, residents report stinging eyes

Emergency services responded to a large-scale ammonia leak at a company in Diemen after local residents reported symptoms such as stinging eyes and coughing. The situation has since been stabilized by...

Pump prices drop slightly after sharp decline in oil prices

Dutch gasoline and diesel advisory prices saw a slight decrease on Thursday following a sharp decline in global oil prices. The price drop is attributed to market hopes for a swift resolution to the c...

Major damage to shop after ATM bombing on Jan Pieter Heijestraat

Had a Netflix subscription? A class action lawsuit is being prepared, and you can join for free

The Stichting Bescherming Consumentenbelang is preparing a mass claim against Netflix for increasing subscription prices since 2017 without clear transparency. The foundation argues that these price h...

Hotels seize Booking.com records in legal claim case

A bailiff has seized part of Booking.com's administrative records at the request of hotels currently engaged in a legal claim against the platform. The hotels sought the seizure after alleging that Bo...

New residence permit holders are working more often

An increasing number of refugees with residence permits in the Netherlands are finding employment shortly after being granted status. According to data from Statistics Netherlands (CBS), these individ...

Facade blown away in Amsterdam ATM bombing

Two suspects on a motorscooter fled after a double explosion during an ATM robbery at a shop in Amsterdam-West early this morning. The blast significantly damaged the building's facade, though no inju...

Renters increasingly worse off than buyers: ‘The gap is widening’

A report by ABN Amro reveals a growing financial divide between renters and homeowners, with renters spending a larger portion of their income on housing costs. This trend is particularly severe for y...

Turning point for Matti Matloop's Salon Zijl: Started with nothing, but 12 years later a thriving hair salon

Matti Matloop will celebrate the 12.5-year anniversary of his business, Salon Zijl, and 20 years of living in the Netherlands in 2026. Having moved from Iraq two decades ago, he considers the upcoming...

Friends of the Earth director's move to Tata is a fruitful risk for both parties

The director of the Dutch environmental organization Milieudefensie is transitioning to a role at Tata Steel, a move characterized as a significant risk for both entities. This career change has drawn...

AEX index hits record closing high following hopeful reports on end to Middle East war

The AEX-index in Amsterdam reached its highest closing level ever on Wednesday, finishing 1.7 percent higher at 1031.44 points. This record surge was fueled by falling oil prices and optimistic report...

Does Donald Pols stand a chance at Tata Steel? ‘Campaigning alone is not enough’

Donald Pols, the former director of Milieudefensie, is joining Tata Steel, the largest CO2 emitter in the Netherlands, to help lead the company's environmental transition. The move has sparked debate ...

Third edition of Heemskerk Festival saved: Organizers receive support from Tata Steel and Bankjesparade among others

The third edition of the Heemskerk Festival will proceed as planned after securing support from sponsors like Tata Steel and Bankjesparade. Despite facing financial uncertainty due to the loss of majo...

Cabinet keeps DigiD contract with Solvinity for the coming years

The Dutch government has officially extended its DigiD contract with service provider Solvinity until 2028. State Secretary Eric van der Burg signed the agreement despite opposition from parliament me...

Ryanair boss calls for morning alcohol ban at airports

Ryanair CEO Michael O'Leary is calling for a ban on early morning alcohol sales at airport bars to reduce the number of intoxicated passengers on flights. He questioned the necessity of serving beer a...

CNN founder Ted Turner dies at 87

Ted Turner, the founder of the international news network CNN, has died at the age of 87. Turner, who had been suffering from a form of dementia in recent years, passed away according to a report from...

CNN founder Ted Turner dies at 87

Ted Turner, the founder of the American cable news network CNN, has passed away at the age of 87. CNN reported the death of its founder, who was a prominent media mogul and philanthropist.

Tata plant still emitting excessive chromium-6 after trial run

Tata Steel has delayed the restart of its casting-rolling plant after trial runs revealed that chromium-6 emissions remain too high. The company is continuing to investigate the cause of the excessive...

Citizens lose case against Solvinity extension

A Dutch judge has ruled that the government may extend its contract with IT service provider Solvinity, dismissing a lawsuit filed by three citizens. The plaintiffs sought to block the extension due t...

Four French CEOs in quick succession: why Dutch companies choose ‘decisiveness from Paris’

Major Dutch corporations including ABN Amro, AkzoNobel, ASML, and Ahold Delhaize are increasingly appointing French executives to top leadership positions. This trend reflects a growing preference for...

Four arrested for millions in COVID support fraud

The Netherlands Labour Inspectorate arrested four individuals from The Hague for allegedly defrauding the government of 8 million euros in COVID-19 relief funds. These funds were originally intended t...

Court blocks farmers from spreading more manure in areas with polluted ditches

A Dutch judge ruled on Wednesday that farmers are not permitted to increase the amount of manure spread in areas with high nitrogen levels. The decision aims to address poor water quality in these reg...

Telecom providers have made it easier to cancel subscriptions

Nine telecom providers have simplified the process for customers to cancel their mobile and fixed phone subscriptions. Users can now cancel online and will no longer receive follow-up phone calls afte...

Deposit collector Verpact surprised by Amsterdam alderman’s remarks: ‘Around 20 million euros already goes to Amsterdam’

AEX hits new record as oil prices plummet following Trump's Iran remarks

The Amsterdam AEX index reached a new record high as global oil prices fell following U.S. President Donald Trump's comments regarding progress in negotiations with Iran. Despite the drop in oil price...

Resident of shot-at home in Amsterdam Southeast moves after offer from Eigen Haard

A tenant in Amsterdam-Zuidoost whose apartment was repeatedly shot at in January has agreed to move to a different location in the city following a settlement with housing corporation Eigen Haard. The...

Fewer hotel rooms booked than expected in US World Cup cities

Hotels in American host cities for the upcoming World Cup are experiencing lower demand for rooms than initially anticipated. A survey conducted across eleven host cities revealed that booking numbers...

New Moerdijk coalition insists on clarity and compensation

Six parties in the new Moerdijk coalition have released their governing agreement, focusing on clarity regarding industrial and energy infrastructure expansion plans. The coalition emphasizes the need...

KLM further postpones flights to Dubai and Saudi Arabia

Dutch airline KLM has extended its flight cancellations to Dubai and Saudi Arabia until at least June 28 due to the ongoing conflict in the Middle East. The suspension was previously set to end on Jun...