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Less Heineken on shelves at Jumbo, brewer loses summary proceedings

Heineken and Jumbo are embroiled in a dispute over non-compliance with a "term agreement," with Heineken potentially entitled to damages for Jumbo's early termination of the agreement after joining purchasing organization Everest.

May 22, 2025, 7:57 p.m.

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.

May 22, 2025, 7:57 p.m.

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.

May 21, 2025, 7:57 p.m.

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.

May 21, 2025, 7:57 p.m.

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.

May 21, 2025, 7:57 p.m.

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.