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Shopkeepers Mike (39) and Mirwais (50) buck the trend for entrepreneurship: 'The will to succeed is greater than the fear of failure'

Despite historically low economic growth, entrepreneurs Mike van Leeuwen and Mirwais Farid are launching new business ventures. They are driven by a strong determination to succeed that outweighs the ...

Hackathon in Beverwijk seeks sustainable solutions for millions of pallets: 'Use them for coffins'

A hackathon in Beverwijk is exploring sustainable solutions to prevent the single-use of transport pallets. Participants at the event, hosted by Collectief Circulair, are investigating ways to dismant...

Pensions for 260,000 people in metal technology up by 8.3 percent

The Dutch pension fund PMT is increasing pensions by 8.3 percent for over 260,000 retirees in the metal technology industry. This increase was made possible following the transition to a new pension s...

Silvestro and Salvatore Sotera continue family tradition in Heemskerk: 'Pineapple on pizza... that remains a debate'

Silvestro and Salvatore Sotera have taken over the family-run Italian restaurant Da Pietro in Heemskerk, continuing the legacy started by Pietro Sotera in 2019. The duo aims to provide a welcoming din...

Petrol and diesel most expensive since autumn 2023 due to global unrest

Fuel prices for petrol and diesel have reached their highest levels since autumn 2023. The price hike is driven by a combination of domestic excise duty increases and instability in the global market.

Viewing figures public again from April 6, including online viewing

Starting April 6, the National Media Research Foundation (NMO) will resume making viewing figures public, while also incorporating online viewing data for the first time. This updated methodology will...

Live import tariffs | Investors uncertain over Trump response

This live blog provides updates on the developments regarding American import duties and the resulting uncertainty among investors following reactions from Donald Trump. It aims to track the ongoing i...

Shell closes gas station in Belgium after customers possibly pumped water

Shell has closed a gas station in Mechelen, Belgium, after several customers inadvertently filled their vehicles with a contaminated liquid instead of gasoline. The substance is believed to be a mixtu...

US stops collecting unlawful import tariffs introduced by Trump

The United States has officially ceased the collection of import tariffs that were ruled illegal by the Supreme Court, effective Tuesday. However, existing tariffs on foreign steel, aluminum, and auto...

Extra election mail helps PostNL through the year

PostNL reported a temporary return to profitability due to an increase in business mail volume related to recent elections and pension updates. Despite this short-term financial boost, the company war...

She conquered Instagram with dry humor: Now tattoo artist Tamar Tieleman (42) has her own studio in Zaandam

Tattoo artist Tamar Tieleman has opened a home studio in Zaandam following her success on Instagram, where she shares quirky designs and humorous videos. Known for her dry Twente accent, the 42-year-o...

Foldable iPhone and GTA 6: key tech and gaming trends for 2026

The year 2026 is anticipated to be a major turning point for the gaming and technology industries. Key highlights include the expected release of Grand Theft Auto VI, one of the most expensive games e...

Bol.com and MediaMarkt pull popular headphones from sale over high levels of ‘substances of concern’

Major retailers including Bol.com and MediaMarkt have immediately removed several popular headphones and headsets from sale due to high concentrations of concerning substances. An investigation into o...

Hydrochloric acid to be measured three times a year at ICL fertilizer plant

Dutch Foreign Ministry tells citizens in Mexico to stay indoors after drug lord's death

The Dutch Ministry of Foreign Affairs has warned Dutch citizens in Mexico to stay indoors following the death of drug lord El Mencho. The killing of the drug kingpin by Mexican police on Sunday has tr...

Telstar has its own ‘Experience’ at the Halfweg outlet, though fans prefer a fan shop: ‘Pity, I would have liked to buy a shirt’

Dutch football club Telstar has opened a 'Telstar Experience' center at Amsterdam The Style Outlets in Halfweg. While the location showcases the club's brand alongside international labels, some visit...

Levy chaos caused by one man with one pen

Businesses trading with the United States are facing significant uncertainty following rapid and frequent changes to U.S. import tariffs over a single weekend. These fluctuations have caused widesprea...

Three-year wait for electricity for brand-new villa in Hillegom, resident loses lawsuit

A resident in Hillegom lost a court case against grid operator Liander over a three-year delay in connecting a new villa to the power grid. The court ruled that prioritizing the resident's connection ...

New P&P trawler to IJmuiden in March, Annie Hillina christening to coincide with company's 75th anniversary

The new trawler KW170 Annie Hillina, belonging to the Dutch fishing company Parlevliet & Van der Plas, will depart from the Tersan Shipyard in Turkey for its home port of IJmuiden in March. The vessel...

Can your boss forbid you from fasting on workdays? ‘Employers and employees usually work it out’

The Ramadan fasting month has begun for over a million people in the Netherlands, potentially impacting work performance during daylight hours. Employment lawyer Joyce Bender explains that while emplo...

From strawberries to Tata Steel: a colorful look at 750 years of trade in Beverwijk

Beverwijk is celebrating 750 years of market rights with a series of exhibitions at the local City Hall until June 19. The first exhibition features artwork by the students of artist Jacqueline Hoense...

Hungary blocks EU sanctions against Russia over oil pipeline

Hungary has announced it will block the European Commission's 20th sanctions package against Russia unless Ukraine reopens a critical oil pipeline. Prime Minister Viktor Orbán and Foreign Minister PÃ...

Haarlem shopkeepers and hospitality owners to receive subsidies for disabled toilets and wheelchair ramps starting in March

Starting in March, the municipality of Haarlem will offer subsidies of up to 20,000 euros per building to help shops, restaurants, museums, and social institutions improve accessibility. These funds a...

Dutch industry seeks quick clarity on Trump’s tariff maneuvering

The Dutch technological industry association FME is calling on the Netherlands and the European Union to provide immediate clarity regarding potential U.S. import tariffs on European goods. The organi...

No flights to the sun from Lelystad Airport for now: 'Nitrogen must drop first'

The new Dutch cabinet aims to open Lelystad Airport for 10,000 annual holiday flights and military use, but the expansion requires a mandatory nature permit. Experts remain skeptical about the plan's ...

Frits claims a degree on his CV: ‘Employers also embellish job vacancies’

Frits, a 52-year-old mortgage advisor, admitted to falsifying his CV by claiming to have a diploma he lacked after being fired for not obtaining it. He justified the move by stating that employers als...

Fresh from the tap: tap your own tahini, detergent and tea in Amsterdam

Several specialty shops in Amsterdam are offering a wide range of products 'on tap,' including olive oil, fresh tahini, organic grains, and cleaning detergents. These stores encourage customers to bri...

Freelance editor wanted, new Spanish restaurant in town and more news from the past week

Recent news from Haarlem includes the search for a freelance editor, the opening of a new Spanish restaurant, and a local supermarket closing temporarily for renovations. Additionally, the city is pre...

Day and night, 365 days a year, work continues in Hoofddorp on a complex treatment for blood cancer: ‘I compare it to team sports, it can be very tough’

At Kite's facility in Hoofddorp, employees work 24/7 throughout the year to modify immune cells for patients with specific types of blood cancer, enabling the cells to fight tumors. This large-scale, ...

No 'fireworks' at Ben's New Year's Eve package

Ben Vonk is seeking compensation after a New Year's Eve holiday package he booked failed to meet expectations. He reports that the service provider has been unresponsive to his complaints, leaving him...