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How the ‘three Ms’ are refreshing Max Verstappen's Red Bull: Saying goodbye to the excuse culture

The appointment of Laurent Mekies as team principal eight months ago has triggered a cultural shift at Red Bull Racing, moving the team away from a culture of excuses. As the team prepares for a new e...

Months of delay for Tata Steel sustainability plan permit

Tata Steel's sustainability plans are facing several months of delay as the province of North Holland and the environmental agency require more information to assess the permit application. The evalua...

Fewer bus trips in Utrecht to make public transport more reliable

Public transport providers Transdev and Keolis are reducing bus schedules in the Utrecht region to improve service reliability and minimize unexpected cancellations. The decision follows a period of f...

Nancy and Rik open Schepsels ice cream parlor in Castricum with free ice cream for first 500 visitors: 'We feel something is in the air here'

Nancy Schaper and Rik Droog are opening a new ice cream cafe called Schepsels in Castricum on Saturday, March 7th. Located at the former site of Marx O’Larry’s, the shop will celebrate its grand o...

What are steel slags? How dangerous are they and how do I know if they are in my neighborhood?

This article explores the nature and safety concerns regarding steel slags, which have recently become a major topic of discussion across the Netherlands. It provides information on what these materia...

NS takes critical look at strike compensation

The Dutch railway operator NS is evaluating its current compensation scheme for passengers affected by train strikes, according to its annual report. Currently, travelers can receive up to 25 euros fo...

Construction wholesaler staff threatened with knife during robbery in Nieuw-West

Gas power plants were used more often last year during dips in solar and wind energy

Gas-fired power plants in the Netherlands significantly increased their natural gas consumption last year to compensate for fluctuations in solar and wind energy supply. This led to a 6.2 percent incr...

Diesel price reaches record high, gasoline price also nears peak

The national recommended price for diesel in the Netherlands has reached a record high of 2.375 euros per liter, matching levels seen four years ago. Gasoline prices are also increasing, though at a s...

Deborah fed up with caterer: why did it take months for her mother to get her money back?

Deborah expressed her frustration after a catering service took months to refund her mother for meal deliveries. While such services are a convenient option for the elderly or those who cannot cook, t...

US states sue over new Trump tariffs

A group of 24 U.S. states has filed a lawsuit against President Donald Trump's recently imposed 10% import tariffs. The states argue that the president is acting unlawfully by ignoring a previous ruli...

Lower revenue for auto industry in 2025, but more electric cars sold

The automotive and motorcycle industry saw a 2.6 percent decrease in revenue in 2025 compared to the previous year, with importers and heavy vehicle sectors experiencing the most significant declines....

Solutions for housing shortage and strengthening neighborhoods in Beverwijk and Heemskerk: New performance agreements between municipalities and housing corporations

The municipalities of Heemskerk and Beverwijk have established new performance agreements with housing corporations and tenant organizations for the 2026–2029 period. These agreements prioritize add...

Prijsvrij and D-Reizen: Significant portion of stranded travelers back

Prijsvrij Vakanties and D-Reizen have begun repatriating stranded travelers from the Middle East to the Netherlands using scheduled flights. While a significant number of people have returned, hundred...

Waste dumping goes wrong at Tata Steel: pig iron and water cause explosions and fire

A waste disposal incident involving pig iron and water caused explosions and a fire at the Tata Steel site on Thursday evening. The event occurred near Harsco and resulted in significant commotion in ...

Veggie burgers can keep their name, but vegetarian chicken and steak will soon be banned

The European Parliament and member states have reached an agreement to restrict the use of meat-related terms for plant-based products. While terms like "veggie burger" and "tofu sausage" will remain ...

One last cheese and a chat as Peter and Joan retire their cheese van

Peter and Joan, a couple from Velsen-Noord, are retiring and closing their mobile cheese bus business after years of service. On their final day, many loyal customers expressed their sadness and share...

Experts surprised by cabinet response to US VAT software: ‘Distraction’

Experts are criticizing the Dutch government's decision to hire an American software company to manage VAT collection, calling the official justifications a diversionary maneuver. While State Secretar...

Druzhba oil pipeline may be out of service for another six weeks

The Druzhba oil pipeline, which transports Russian oil to Hungary and Slovakia through Ukraine, is expected to remain out of service for four to six weeks following damage. Ukrainian President Volodym...

Is it wise to look to Groningen again in the gas crisis? This is what the gas expert says

Following a 67 percent increase in gas prices due to Middle East unrest, the Dutch House of Representatives is considering resuming gas drilling in Groningen. Expert Martien Visser addresses key quest...

Enexis significantly expands power grid, but electricity demand grows even faster

Grid operator Enexis invested a record 1.9 billion euros in the electricity grid last year to support the energy transition. Despite this investment, the grid remains congested in many areas as demand...

Coen van Oostrom succeeds Ingrid Thijssen as chair of employers' organization VNO-NCW

Coen van Oostrom has been appointed as the new chairman of the Dutch employers' organization VNO-NCW. He succeeds Ingrid Thijssen, who served in the role for nearly six years before becoming the chair...

Rachid Kaddour of Pure & Honest Meat in Weesp: ‘Halal rules determine how meat ends up on the plate’

Rachid Kaddour, owner of Puur & Eerlijk Vlees in Weesp, explains how halal regulations dictate the production of meat products during the Islamic holy month of Ramadan. The article highlights the proc...

Change= director gets 150 hours community service and suspended sentence for ‘gigantic’ tax return backlog

Travelers pay top price: direct flights to Far East nearly unaffordable

Direct flight prices to Far East destinations like Bangkok and Singapore have skyrocketed, with tickets often costing between 2,000 and 3,000 euros. This price surge is attributed to reduced capacity ...

NS passengers faced an unprecedented number of disruptions last year

NS CEO Wouter Koolmees acknowledged in the annual report that train passengers faced an unprecedented number of unexpected disruptions over the past year. Additionally, the report noted that trains we...

Amsterdam Red Light District business owners: Do not implement coffeeshop ban for foreigners

Entrepreneurs and residents in Amsterdam's Red Light District have urged the city council not to implement a ban on foreign tourists in coffeeshops. They warn that the proposed measure would lead to a...

NS records profit from passenger transport for first time since 2019

Dutch Railways (NS) recorded a profit from passenger transport in 2023 for the first time since 2019. The financial recovery was driven by higher ticket and subscription prices, a slight increase in p...

Companies eye 178 billion mega-pot for defense contracts, but one hurdle remains

The Dutch government's plan to invest 178 billion euros in defense has triggered a surge in interest from companies seeking military contracts. Economists from Rabobank predict that revenue for these ...

Terraces fill up again: what about the prices this year?

As sunny weather returns, terraces across the Netherlands are filling up with customers enjoying outdoor dining and drinks. The article highlights the seasonal shift while raising questions about how ...