Oct 8, 2025
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Survey shows 1% of residents lack proper housing, with hidden homelessness on the rise.
Oct 7, 2025
Rotterdam-based GCA allegedly overstated results to win funding; the Netherlands may end subsidies, the UK has pulled out, and the Gates Foundation is reviewing its backing as a move to Nairobi is considered.
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Fire at Harry Koningsbergerstraat block leaves one dead and five injured; about 90 residents evacuated as roughly 100 apartments made uninhabitable by smoke, water and glass damage while police investigate criminal causes.
Oct 6, 2025
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From 25–27 October 2025 the city closes a year of jubilee events with district-wide pop-ups, a 75-metre cake on Dam Square, and a televised National Celebration on Museumplein. Check out all the scheduled events and activities.
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Aug 6, 2025
ProRail reconsiders controversial policy after cyclists struggle without bike channels; steel gutters now under review for installation.
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Aug 5, 2025
Local hotels among 10,000+ across Europe demanding compensation for years of price restrictions and unfair contract terms.
Aug 4, 2025
Academics criticise leadership for maintaining partnerships with Israeli institutions and call for urgent human rights-based policies.
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Political chaos in The Hague raises concerns for Groningen’s economy, water safety, and universities, leaving Groningen leaders and businesses worried about delayed decisions.
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Top housing experts warn that misguided political proposals are worsening the Netherlands’ housing crisis, as reported by AD.
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