A photo amassing thousands of views on social media allegedly shows a scan of Zelenskyy's passport, with Israel as his homeland. Not only are the allegations false, but they've been doing the rounds since 2023.
Police and customs officials discovered drugs concealed in liquid soap bottles at the Port of Antwerp in late August. The exact quantity of cocaine intercepted remains to be determined.
The Stichting Red de Polder is urging the Alphen aan den Rijn municipality to rezone land in Boskoop for meadow birds. The landowner opposes this plan and threatens a million-euro claim if approved. Local politicians remain cautious, preferring that the parties negotiate first.
Arriva conductor Erik Tent forces passengers without identification to walk from the Vechtdallijn train to Ter Apel due to aggression and inability to verify identities. He questions why The Hague does not provide assistance in handling these fares evaders.
More than one in three enterpreneurs forgo applying for financing because they believe the process will be too difficult, according to new research from the Dutch Chamber of Commerce (KVK).
A large fire broke out around 03:45 at a bowling center in Leeuwarden, with authorities declaring the building unsalvageable and opting for controlled burning. No people were inside, and while loud noises suggested exploding gas cylinders, no asbestos or harmful substances were detected. Residents received NL-Alerts to avoid smoke, and firefighters used drones to monitor remaining hotspots.
The US military killed four people in an attack on a vessel in the Caribbean, citing intelligence linking it to drug smuggling. This marks nearly 70 such operations this year, drawing UN criticism as illegal lethal violence. Separately, President Donald Trump banned CNN, MS NOW, and Politico from the White House over alleged fake news, prompting legal challenges from the outlets and press groups who argue the move violates First Amendment rights.
A drop-off campaign at De Kuip in Rotterdam collected 190 kilos of fireworks on Saturday afternoon. The point was part of a nationwide initiative by the Dutch government as consumer fireworks are now banned. The municipality expressed satisfaction, stating that every kilogram removed from the streets is a positive outcome.
Dutch gas station owners express frustration as Germany lowers fuel prices while the Netherlands does not, expecting more Dutch citizens to cross the border for cheaper fuel. They criticize their own government for failing to take action.
An elderly couple was seriously injured in a head-on collision between a car and a security company van on the N267 near Andel on Saturday afternoon. Three people were hurt in total, with the couple transported to one hospital and the van driver to another. Police are investigating the cause of the accident, and the road remained closed for traffic until approximately 6:00 PM.
An asylum demonstration marking the #Elsfest anniversary turned chaotic on Saturday as objects were thrown at police before a march could start. Twenty-four people were arrested during the incident on The Hague's Malieveld square.
Although it is not yet clear how many have been arrested at Saturday’s Malieveld protest or Extinction Rebellion's A12 blockade, it's been revealed that the demonstration has been dispersed and aro
The United States, Denmark, and Greenland are withholding details regarding an upcoming agreement on the island. Although the deal is expected to be signed next week, the specific terms remain unknown, while NATO has expressed satisfaction with the situation.
Riot police were deployed during the 'We Are the People' demonstration at The Hague's Malieveld, where a reporter described a grim atmosphere and noted demonstrators carrying torches.
The Dutch government says it wants to rely less on consulting firms while also spending more money on their services.
Employers are increasingly offering discounts and perks, such as reduced prices for Swapfiets bicycles or HelloFresh meals, instead of a collective labor agreement with wage increases. This trend, dubbed the 'gifts scheme,' is expanding while formal collective bargaining agreements remain absent. The FNV trade union has issued warnings regarding this shift away from traditional salary negotiations.
The Clingendael Institute advises Dutch residents to increase their household food reserves to eight days. This recommendation addresses the Netherlands' vulnerability in food distribution and production.
Shop thieves must now pay 242 euros in compensation, up from 181 euros. However, shop owners interviewed by NU.nl expressed skepticism about the increase, with some stating they simply resolve the issue themselves.
Dutch crime journalist Wouter Laumans and Paul Vugts report that Bolle Jos Leijdekkers has become too high-profile, damaging his ability to generate income. Increased international scrutiny and the interception of cocaine shipments have caused his network to crumble as partners withdraw due to unreliability. Authorities aim to pressure Leijdekkers, who resides in Sierra Leone, by cutting off his financial streams.
The risks of drug laboratories became apparent following an explosion in Rotterdam's Schammenkamp district in 2024, yet such labs continue to appear in residential areas. A conversation with the widow of one of the victims illustrates the severe consequences that can occur.
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