Stories on Dutch society, crime, courts, education, migration, public services, the environment and everyday life across the Netherlands.
A beach cleanup from Schiermonnikoog to Cadzand found 79,242 cigarette butts, highlighting environmental concerns and calls for smoke-free beaches.
Extinction Rebellion activists blocked the A12 in The Hague, highlighting urgent climate concerns. Police cleared the road after removing the protesters.
The IJsselmeer water level has dropped below the summer threshold, prompting Rijkswaterstaat and waterschappen to consider measures amid ongoing dry conditions.
Amsterdam appoints a 'heat chief' to manage rising temperatures, focusing on urban cooling solutions to ensure public health.
Maastricht's Malberg district faces a six-week security alert due to ongoing youth unrest. Local authorities extend special measures to address safety concerns.
Utrecht tram collision with a bus leaves three injured, raising public transport safety concerns in the Netherlands.
The Rotterdam Port explosion at Gunvor Energy has claimed one life and injured several others, highlighting safety concerns.
The Apeldoorn monument dedicated to youth care victims was vandalized within two months of its unveiling, causing local outrage.
A youth care employee in the Netherlands admits to misconduct with a 15-year-old, sparking legal reviews and concerns over safety protocols.
An escaped wallaby from Zoo Veldhoven has returned after six months. Found among camels, the animal evaded 20 capture attempts.
