Disappointment in House over nitrogen plan cabinet, only BBB enthusiastic
Cabinet receives criticism from all corners of society over long-awaited nitrogen plans and pressure mounts for more concrete proposals and billions in support for farmers.
Expected showers barely slow drought, water managers not yet concerned
The shortage of rain in the Netherlands is exacerbated by the changing climate, but water managers are prepared and are working on solutions such as a temporary pumping plant to supply water to the Twente Canal.
Stricter rules vlog families and kid influencers, fears of 'modern child labor'
Cabinet introduces stricter rules for vlog families and kid influencers to protect children from the harmful effects of their online work. Parents and vlog families will be required to report their children to the labor inspectorate and higher fines will be introduced.
Getting a criminal record without realizing it, how is that possible?
Court investigates cases of mistaken identity in criminal prosecutions, allowing innocent persons to be convicted and offenders to escape punishment.
Contested pension proposal NSC narrowly rejected by House of Representatives
The highly debated proposal from NSC to give pension members more say has been rejected by a narrow majority in the Second Chamber. It concerns the controversial pension proposal from NSC MP Joseph, where members can decide whether to switch to the new pension system or stay in the old one, leading to potential risks and benefits for their pensions. The decision is seen as a political signal and the NSC is not giving up on improving the pension system.
Advice: get 70 euros in house to get through crisis
Experts advise people to keep cash at home as a precaution for potential emergency situations, such as a power outage that may disrupt digital payments and withdrawals. However, they warn against hoarding money and suggest building up a gradual supply of coins and smaller bills instead.