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Possible new Iran-US talks in Islamabad

Negotiators from Iran and the United States may return to Islamabad, Pakistan, later this week to resume talks. According to reports from Reuters, sources indicate that the two sides are looking to co...

Municipality refuses to intervene in residential parking chaos: Residents must provide their own parking

The Amsterdam municipality has refused to intervene in the parking crisis in the Amstel III district, stating that residents are responsible for securing their own parking spaces. Although residents f...

AIVD and MIVD secretly gathering more information again

The Dutch intelligence services AIVD and MIVD saw a 4% increase in secret information gathering requests last year, totaling 4,615 applications. These requests include invasive measures such as hackin...

New administration in Weesp – without WSP – faces difficult start: wounds have not yet healed

Haarlem takes 'Trevor' measures to ensure LGBTI community continues reporting anti-gay violence

The municipality of Haarlem is investing tens of thousands of euros in initiatives to encourage the LGBTQ+ community to report violence and build trust in the authorities. These measures include inten...

With an X in their passport, Raven races through a US where transgender people are no longer allowed to exist

CNN: Rubio joins talks between Israel and Lebanon

U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio is scheduled to participate in a high-level meeting between the Israeli and Lebanese ambassadors in Washington on Tuesday. The discussion aims to facilitate dialogu...

Xi speaks to Spanish PM of ‘crumbling world order’

Chinese President Xi Jinping met with Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez in Beijing to discuss deepening cooperation between their two nations. During the visit, Xi emphasized the importance of str...

Podcast The Foundling: nine days later another baby is found

The podcast 'De Vondeling' explores the 2003 case of Youri, a newborn found abandoned in a trash bag outside an apartment complex in Amsterdam Noord. Despite police investigations and efforts by his f...

Dutch Royals launch charm offensive at dinner with cheerful Trump, but: 'Too short to convince each other'

King Willem-Alexander and Queen Máxima of the Netherlands were hosted by President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania Trump for a dinner and tour at the White House. While the encounter was describe...

The CDA politician who helped Sywert secure the face mask deal now oversees asylum laws: who is he?

CDA politician Bart van den Brink, now serving as Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Asylum, is tasked with guiding strict new asylum laws through the Dutch Senate. The profile highlights his trans...

Revenge of the province? Bloemendaal businessman waits years for hidden documents

Businessman Jan de Jong is accusing the province of Noord-Holland of retaliating against him for his legal battles against Tata Steel's pollution. Despite three court rulings, the province has yet to ...

More late payers identified, but assistance often fails to get off the ground

Health insurers and utility companies are increasingly reporting residents with late payments to Dutch municipalities to trigger early intervention. However, many local governments are struggling to k...

Security at De Pijp seaport delayed, Beverwijk seeks cooperation with IJmuiden

Security upgrades for the De Pijp seaport in Beverwijk are facing delays according to a municipal progress report. Due to the upcoming retirement of the current harbor master, the municipality is also...

Vance says ball is in Iran's court in negotiations with US

U.S. Vice President JD Vance stated that Iran must make the next move in negotiations after a recent meeting in Pakistan ended in a stalemate. Vance led the American delegation during the talks, which...

Vance regrets Hungary election result

U.S. Vice President JD Vance expressed regret over the results of the Hungarian elections during an interview with Fox News, noting he was not surprised by Viktor Orbán's defeat. This statement repre...

EU imposes higher import tariffs on steel from outside the union

The European Union has agreed to implement higher import duties and lower quotas on steel imported from outside the bloc. These measures, finalized by the European Parliament and Council, are designed...

King emphasizes importance of strong democratic partners

King Willem-Alexander emphasized the importance of cooperation with strong, democratic partners for maintaining stability and freedom during a speech in Washington. The remarks were made at a networki...

King emphasizes importance of strong democratic partners

King Willem-Alexander emphasized the importance of stability and cooperation with strong democratic partners to protect core freedoms during a speech in Washington. The remarks were made at a networki...

Democratic Congressman Swalwell resigns over allegations

Democratic Congressman Eric Swalwell has announced his resignation from the U.S. House of Representatives following allegations of sexual abuse. While Swalwell denies the accusations, he stated that t...

Majority for asylum laws? CDA plays key role

The Dutch Senate's approval of strict new asylum laws depends on the CDA party, which currently holds a deciding role. While a majority is not yet secured, the party has indicated it is willing to sup...

Spanish PM's wife Gómez officially charged with corruption

Begoña Gómez, the wife of Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez, has been officially charged with corruption following a multi-year investigation. The charges concern her role as a program director ...

Jetten doesn't want to be too modest during dinner with Trump

Prime Minister Rob Jetten intends to take a confident stance during an upcoming private dinner with U.S. President Donald Trump and the Dutch royal couple. The meeting occurs at a time of increased di...

Jetten deems US blockade of Iran undesirable

Dutch Prime Minister Rob Jetten stated that the American blockade of Iran is undesirable but represents a better method of pressuring the Tehran regime than previous threats. He made these remarks dur...

D66 opposes asylum laws, CDA likely needed for majority

D66 has declared its opposition to asylum laws drafted by former Minister Marjolein Faber in the Dutch Senate, making CDA's support essential for a majority. It remains uncertain if the CDA will back ...

Trump claims Iran is eager to make a deal

U.S. President Donald Trump claimed that Iran is eager to reach a deal with the United States following a purported phone call from a Tehran representative. Iran has not officially confirmed these cla...

Hungarian party in Amsterdam marks end of Orbán era

Hungarian residents in Amsterdam gathered to celebrate the election victory of opposition leader Péter Magyar, marking the end of Viktor Orbán’s 16-year rule. Supporters expressed hope that the ne...

Small chance ‘ghost bus stop’ in Badhoevedorp will be reopened despite protests

Local authorities in Haarlemmermeer have stated that the bus stop at Koekoekslaan in Badhoevedorp is unlikely to be put back into service. This decision follows local protests and political inquiries ...

No known structural problems with damp and mold, says housing association Pré Wonen after council questions about resident complaints

Housing association Pré Wonen has dismissed claims of structural mold and moisture problems in postwar neighborhoods in Beverwijk, following inquiries from the local political party Vrij! Beverwijk. ...

'I almost started crying.' 'Dutch' Hungarians euphoric after election results

Hungarian staff at the Dutch Studies department of Eötvös Loránd University in Budapest expressed joy following opposition leader Péter Magyar's election victory over incumbent Viktor Orbán. The ...