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Cabinet kicks off political season at Catshuis

Cabinet begins informal consultations in Catshuis again, discussing realistic cases led by officials in preparation for busy period with presentation of coalition program in September and outcome Macro Economic Outlook on Friday.

Aug. 13, 2024, 7:57 p.m.

We face a global coffee crisis, experts say

Coffee is becoming increasingly expensive due to climate change, and experts fear it will affect the morning routine of millions of people around the world. The coffee industry and the economies of several countries are threatened by the disappearance of good coffee due to extreme weather.

Aug. 13, 2024, 7:57 p.m.

Code orange in Limburg and Overijssel due to thunderstorms

Severe weather conditions expected in parts of the Netherlands as KNMI issues code yellow warning for rain, potential danger for traffic and outdoor activities like sports and events due to high humidity levels and risk of water damage.

Aug. 13, 2024, 7:57 p.m.

Police assume missing child Barneveld was abducted

53-year-old man from Amersfoort remains in custody and two 54-year-old men from Barneveld are suspects in the kidnapping of a child from a home on Friday night. Police still searching for answers and possible footage.

Aug. 12, 2024, 7:57 p.m.

Barcelona is unlivable due to tourism: '1,000 euro rent increase'

Mass tourism is causing major protests in Barcelona, where residents are increasingly experiencing the disadvantages of the growing number of tourists. With rising rents and little regulation of short-term rentals the biggest problems, residents are calling on the government to do more against mass tourism.

Aug. 12, 2024, 7:57 p.m.

On train from Paris, Games have yet to sink in: 'I need home for that'

Much of the Dutch Olympic team arrived by train in Rotterdam, where they will later have a private party with friends and family before being honored and meeting with the king.