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Police in Rotterdam say a man is suspected of assaulting the same bus driver twice, first in March and again last Friday. Officers have released an image of the suspect and are appealing for witnesses.

The number of underage drug couriers has risen sharply in recent years, with minors making up over 22% of arrests last year compared to just 1% in 2020. According to Statistics Netherlands, criminal gangs are increasingly targeting vulnerable young people—particularly those under 23 from difficult backgrounds or with existing debts—because they often face lighter legal penalties under newer, stricter smuggling laws. While increased security has seen arrest numbers dip in Rotterdam, many Dutch couriers are now being apprehended in neighbouring Belgian ports like Antwerp instead.

More than 1,400 kilos of cocaine have been seized in Rotterdam after customs officers found drugs hidden in three containers. Authorities say the intended recipients were likely not involved, and the drugs have been destroyed.

PostNL will shift from next‑day to two‑day delivery for standard mailbox mail beginning July 12, a move the company says is essential to keep the postal system reliable and financially sustainable as letter volumes continue to decline. The Dutch cabinet approved the change last year.

Four dedicated local politicians in Veldhoven have been awarded royal honours for their extensive service to the community. The group includes some of the town's longest-serving representatives, ranging from experienced alderpeople to well-known local figures.

A surge of fake “traffic fine” emails is circulating, prompting a warning from the CJIB. The agency stresses that it never sends fines by email and urges people to ignore the digital messages, which link to fraudulent payment pages designed to steal personal information.

The Brainport Kampioenen event is offering local families a unique day of activities at the Philips Stadium this May. Designed for children aged 4 to 12, the initiative provides a free afternoon of entertainment for those who may not otherwise have the opportunity for such an outing.

The latest cultural showcase, ASML On Stage featured an impressive range of performances from Brazilian samba to intimate piano sets. Local artists came together to fill the city's music venues with energy, dance, and song.