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Zee- and Duinwijk Platform concerned about divide within municipality: 'Every neighborhood in Velsen deserves the same attention and opportunities'

Platform Zee- en Duinwijk has expressed concerns about a growing socio-economic divide within the municipality of Velsen. Issues such as poverty, unemployment, and safety concerns are reportedly creat...

Italy Avenue residents lose sleep over vandalism and rioting youths: 'There were bullets in the bedroom'

Residents of Italiëlaan in Haarlem are expressing serious safety concerns due to ongoing vandalism and groups of rioting youths in their neighborhood. The group of approximately thirty neighbors feel...

Red Cross warns of persistent rain in Lebanon

The Red Cross has issued a warning regarding persistent heavy rainfall in Lebanon, which is severely impacting over 800,000 people displaced by Israeli attacks. Many of these individuals are currently...

Study: parties use lobbyist texts in manifestos

A study by the Open State Foundation and NOS Bureau Regio revealed that political parties in the Netherlands frequently include verbatim text from lobbyist documents in their municipal election manife...

Are we being dragged into a war? Cabinet cautious after Trump threat

The Dutch government is expressing caution regarding U.S. President Trump's demand for European assistance in guarding the Strait of Hormuz. While the cabinet aims to maintain a strong relationship wi...

Multiple countries in the Middle East report attacks

Multiple countries in the Middle East reported repelling air attacks on Monday night and Tuesday morning. In Baghdad, the United States embassy was targeted by drones and rockets, resulting in black s...

United Arab Emirates temporarily closes airspace

The United Arab Emirates temporarily closed its airspace on Monday night after activating air defense systems against incoming missiles and drones from Iran. The country's Ministry of Defense confirme...

NYT: Trump tells Cuba president must step down

The Trump administration has reportedly informed Cuba that President Miguel Díaz-Canel must step down, according to sources cited by The New York Times. These demands were communicated during negotia...

Israeli president calls war against Iran historic turning point

Israeli President Isaac Herzog characterized the conflict with Iran as a historical turning point during an interview with AFP. He urged Western nations to support efforts to eliminate Hezbollah, stat...

US reports 200 wounded American troops in war against Iran

A U.S. military spokesperson reported that approximately 200 American soldiers have been wounded in the conflict against Iran. While more than 180 service members have since recovered, ten individuals...

Western nations jointly call for de-escalation in Lebanon

Canada, France, Germany, Italy, and the United Kingdom have issued a joint statement expressing deep concern over the escalating violence between Israel and Hezbollah in Lebanon. The Western nations a...

VVD campaign event mostly drinks: 'We are going to fulfill election promises: free beer'

The VVD party held its final campaign events in Amsterdam at locations like the Heinekenhoek and Leidseplein, prioritizing a social gathering to reach voters. Lead candidate Daan Wijnants used the occ...

Southern European countries warn of environmental disaster from drifting tanker

Italy, France, and seven other nations have issued a warning to the European Commission regarding a drifting Russian LNG tanker in the Mediterranean Sea. The countries are calling for immediate action...

Afghanistan reports new Pakistani airstrikes on Kabul

The Taliban reported that the Afghan capital, Kabul, was hit by new airstrikes from Pakistan. Several civilians were reportedly killed in the attacks.

Dublin artists thrive thanks to basic income, is that something for Amsterdam?

Voting for district committees on Wednesday too, but what do they do?

Amsterdam residents are voting for both the city council and district committees this Wednesday, though many are unfamiliar with the committees' roles as intermediaries between the public and city gov...

Voting for district committees on Wednesday too, but what do they do?

Amsterdam residents will vote this Wednesday for both the city council and district committees, which serve as a link between local neighborhoods and the municipal government. These committees provide...

Rogier Havelaar (CDA) wants to solve the waste problem: "I've been out with the cleaners a lot"

CDA lead candidate Rogier Havelaar discusses his plans to address Amsterdam's waste management issues by reinstating fixed collection routes and improving employment conditions for workers. He also ad...

Kallas: EU focuses on de-escalation and freedom of navigation

EU Foreign Ministers have agreed to prioritize de-escalation and the protection of freedom of navigation regarding the conflict involving Iran. Following a meeting in Brussels, EU foreign policy chief...

GL-PvdA and D66 leaders clash over social housing: 'You're sowing doubt'

Party leaders Diana van Loenen (GL-PvdA) and Steven Jonker (D66) engaged in a heated debate at the Haarlems Dagblad office ahead of the upcoming elections. The discussion focused on social housing, ac...

Letschert aims to significantly reduce teacher shortage in four years

Dutch Education Minister Rianne Letschert aims to significantly reduce the teacher shortage within the next four years. She emphasized that a structural shortage undermines the country's foundation of...

Van Veldhoven: EU examines pros and cons of price cap

EU energy ministers are currently evaluating the potential advantages and disadvantages of implementing a price cap on gas. Dutch Climate Minister Stientje van Veldhoven warned that while a cap could ...

Jetten has seen no concrete proposal for Hormuz mission

During a visit to Berlin, Dutch Prime Minister Rob Jetten stated that there is currently no concrete proposal for a military mission in the Strait of Hormuz. Jetten emphasized that while the Netherlan...

Why Europe calls for less China while welcoming Joybuy

The Chinese webshop Joybuy has officially launched in the Netherlands, highlighting a contradiction as European politicians advocate for reduced economic dependence on China. The article examines why ...

Havo at Haarlem College proves cheap and effective: ‘Successful start’

The municipality of Haarlem and Haarlem College have reported a successful start for the school's new HAVO department, which launched for the 2024-2025 academic year. Education councilor Bas van Leeuw...

Rotterdam synagogue explosion suspects held for terrorism

Four suspects arrested for an explosion at a synagogue in Rotterdam will remain in custody for fourteen days as investigations continue. The Public Prosecution Service is charging the individuals with...

Sunday shopping and 30 km/h speed limit key issues for voters

Data from the StemWijzer voting tool shows that asylum and migration are the primary concerns for voters ahead of the upcoming municipal elections. Other significant issues influencing voter decisions...

StemWijzer Haarlem: this statement divides users the most

More than 8,600 StemWijzer submissions in Haarlem show that voters are most divided on a proposal regarding a regional heating network. This issue has emerged as the most polarizing topic for users of...

Election posters in Haarlem defaced and removed: Libel and slander

Election posters from several political parties in Haarlem have been vandalized or removed, with BVNL posters specifically targeted with derogatory labels. While some activists admit to removing poste...

Letschert discusses safety concerns with student rabbi

Minister Rianne Letschert met with student rabbi Yanki Jacobs and Jewish students on Monday to discuss growing safety concerns. The conversation specifically addressed the well-being of Jewish student...