Ajax must qualify for the Europa League or the Conference League in the next week and a half, which is beneficial for Dutch soccer as the country gets better on the coefficient list, and according to predictions, it is better for Ajax to play in the Conference League.
Commercial landlords in the Netherlands sold more homes last quarter to buyers who moved in themselves, while also continuing to buy homes from owner-occupiers. This is a result of new laws and measures introduced by the government to make buying up and renting homes less attractive.
12- and 14-year-old girl suspected of 7 arsons in Alkmaar, pre-trial detention of 14-year-old extended. Heat from hats on the second floor spread fires in the center of Alkmaar, including at a McDonald's and sports store.
Italian Coast Guard searches for six people after luxury yacht sinks off the coast of Sicily, with one confirmed death and a Dutch survivor among 15 rescued passengers. The passengers missing are reported to be British, American, and Canadian, including British businessman Mike Lynch, who was recently acquitted of fraud.
Amsterdam's largest student organization holds annual lotteries due to high demand, with past controversies surrounding the organization causing Princess Amalia to break family tradition by not becoming a member during her first year at university, though the possibility remains for her to join later on. Despite recent issues, the organization and Rijksvoorlichtingsdienst have remained silent on Amalia's potential membership.
Journalists' association concerned about threats towards Humo magazine's deputy editor after controversial column by well-known writer leads to anonymous death threats aimed also at his child. Association also calls for end to online anonymity to combat trolling and self-censorship.