Ruling DPP wins election in Taiwan and Vice President Lai Ching-te becomes president. China-critical party will have to cooperate with a coalition partner to rule a third term for the first time since 2000. New president Lai Ching-te wants peaceful relationship with China based on equality.
Mayor Marcouch issues emergency order and deploys Mobile Unit to stop violent confrontation between anti-Islam campaign and counter-demonstrators in Arnhem. Pegida leader Wagensveld slightly injured in Koran burning.
Dutch importers of exotic products from China, Kenya and India are concerned that ships have to detour due to Houthi rebel attacks in the Red Sea, causing delays and higher costs.
2,500 volunteers are searching in vain for missing 16-year-old Yoran Krol in Sleeuwijk, Brabant, while his bicycle and coat were previously found at various locations.
Police arrested a man with a firearm on a train in Zwolle, after receiving a report from a passenger. Special police units evacuated the train and found the suspect with the gun, who was arrested and taken to the police station. A platform is currently closed for investigation.
The Dutch seem undeterred by last year's extreme summer heat in southern Europe and are booking vacations to sunny destinations in droves. Although some people do opt for a slightly cooler location after unpleasant weather surprises on their previous vacation.