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Screen Time | I can't escape them: cheating AI fruit characters on my timeline

Tech reporter Rutger Otto discusses the recent trend of AI-generated fruit characters depicting infidelity scenarios on social media in his weekly column 'Schermtijd'. The article explores the current...

Anthropic must disable advanced AI models for non-Americans

American AI company Anthropic has announced it will abruptly disable its most advanced models for all users outside of the United States. This decision follows a U.S. government order to suspend acces...

More spots for urgent seekers in new Huibert Pootstraat homes; alderman says parking pressure won't be too high: 'I've visited several times myself'

Plans have been announced to build 65 new homes at the Huibert Pootstraat in Heemskerk, prioritizing housing for urgent seekers. While there are concerns regarding building heights and increased parki...

Readers refuse to give Donald Pols a second chance at Tata Steel: ‘In two years you won’t hear from this man anymore’

A survey of 423 readers reveals that 68% believe former executive Donald Pols should not be given a second chance at Tata Steel following his departure. While 32% of respondents are open to a potentia...

Gerard (72) is convinced his meter is lying, but Vattenfall finds the real culprit

72-year-old Gerard Reulink suspected his new energy meter was faulty after receiving an unexpectedly high bill from Vattenfall. However, an investigation by the utility provider revealed the meter was...

Haarlem Food Bank sees number of clients drop 40% in three years, while Velsen and Haarlemmermeer fill up

The number of clients at the Haarlem Food Bank has decreased by 40% over the last three years, highlighting a regional disparity in food aid demand. In contrast, nearby municipalities like Velsen and ...

New office for consulting giant Arcadis in Zuidas: ‘When we look out the window, we see all the projects we are involved in’

Amsterdam project aims to make foundations less dependent on subsidies: ‘Dependency makes you vulnerable’

US Department approves Paramount's billion-dollar takeover of Warner

The U.S. Department of Justice has approved the multi-billion dollar acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery by Paramount Skydance. The antitrust division's decision clears a major regulatory hurdle for...

Reuters: UAE releases billions in Iranian assets

The United Arab Emirates is reportedly releasing $10 billion in frozen Iranian assets. This move coincides with a broader agreement between Iran and the United States that is expected to unlock furthe...

GVB cancels Saturday sailings on busiest IJ ferries due to skipper shortage

VVD and Denk clash with PRO Amsterdam over coalition plans: "The ship is turning for the left"

The opposition parties VVD and Denk have rejected the new coalition agreement presented by Pro Amsterdam and D66, criticizing it for postponing key decisions and cutting youth care budgets. While the ...

'We have built up a lot in recent years, we want to maintain that line.' Heemskerk entrepreneurs want to continue investing in the shopping area

Entrepreneurs in the center of Heemskerk have signed an implementation agreement to continue joint investments in the local shopping district beyond 2026. The move marks a significant step toward exte...

Young investor on edge of seat for SpaceX IPO but warns against easy riches: 'I won't buy until December or so'

Young investor Pelle van Essen is closely following the upcoming SpaceX IPO, which is expected to be the largest in history. Despite his fascination with space, Van Essen plans to wait until December ...

Elon Musk to become world's first trillionaire after SpaceX IPO

Elon Musk has become the world's first trillionaire following the record-breaking initial public offering of SpaceX. Shares of the company rose by 18 percent during the opening of the New York stock e...

SpaceX rises over 11% in market debut, Elon Musk becomes world's first trillionaire

SpaceX shares rose over 11 percent to $150 during its record-breaking stock market debut in New York. This surge in valuation has made founder and owner Elon Musk the world's first trillionaire.

Haarlem housing market: 48 percent of buyers came from outside the municipality last year

According to data from the Kadaster, 48 percent of people who purchased a home in Haarlem last year came from outside the municipality. This figure is higher than the national average in the Netherlan...

Oil prices fall further on potential Iran-US peace deal

Oil prices continued to decline on Friday following news of a potential peace agreement between Iran and the United States. President Donald Trump indicated that the deal could be signed as early as t...

Politics on the Amstel: Much irritation over Halsema and will the bridge over the IJ still happen?

Journalists from AT5, Het Parool, and De Telegraaf analyzed the recent Amsterdam coalition agreement debate, highlighting criticism of Mayor Femke Halsema's management of the proceedings. Key topics d...

Climate experts warn Brussels: 'Don't tinker with industrial climate policy'

Climate experts from nine countries have urged the European Commission to maintain the current CO2 levy on power plants and industrial sectors. They argue that this tax is a fundamental component of t...

Jetten anticipates economic setback due to Iran war

Rob Jetten stated during a weekly press conference that the ongoing conflict involving Iran could lead to less favorable economic outcomes. He emphasized that the cabinet will explore ways to support ...

NAM not required to contribute to Groningen housing compensation for now

The Nederlandse Aardolie Maatschappij (NAM) is currently not required to contribute to compensation payments for the decline in value of unsold homes in the Groningen earthquake zone. This decision te...

Auditors uncertain about Tata Steel due to coke oven plant risks

PwC accountants have expressed uncertainty regarding the future of Tata Steel Nederland following plans to revoke permits for two coking gas plants in IJmuiden. The annual report for the company's Dut...

Online gambling ad ban in the works due to rising addiction

The Dutch cabinet is moving toward a total ban on online gambling advertisements due to a significant rise in the number of players since legalization. This measure is being introduced to address the ...

Clothing line of Assen art heist perpetrator proves popular: 'Entire collection sold out'

The clothing line launched by Douglas Chesley W., a perpetrator of the Drents Museum art robbery, has sold out and its website is temporarily offline. Managed from prison, the collection features desi...

FIOD arrests 39-year-old entrepreneur on suspicion of supplying criminals in North Sea Canal area

Enthusiasm for Geesterduin 2.0. Politicians embrace plan for 215 homes in Castricum, but raise concerns over loading and traffic

Politicians in Castricum have approved the outlines for the Geesterduin 2.0 project, which includes 215 new homes and a renovated shopping center. While the developer has committed to building social ...

Van Essen: June 26 clarity on resolving nitrogen deadlock

Dutch Agriculture Minister Jaimi van Essen announced that the government will provide clarity on June 26 regarding plans to resolve the nitrogen lock. The initiative aims to create space for housing c...

Economic growth lower due to war in the Middle East

Economic growth in the Netherlands is projected to be lower than expected this year due to the conflict in the Middle East and rising energy prices. Increased consumer uncertainty has led to a decreas...

DNB: Inflation to 4.6 percent in worst-case scenario, but damage to the Netherlands is also limited

According to De Nederlandsche Bank (DNB), Dutch inflation could rise to 4.6% next year in a worst-case scenario. However, the overall economic impact is expected to be limited because the country has ...