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The Dutch Senate has voted to ban conversion therapy, citing evidence of serious harm to those subjected to such practices. The law targets both minors and vulnerable adults and introduces stricter penalties. Critics, however, argue that it may go too far and restrict certain freedoms.

Warm, tropical weather is set to arrive from Thursday, bringing rising temperatures and humid conditions. Friday is expected to be the hottest day, with a chance of thunderstorms and uncomfortable nights. The heat will ease slightly over the weekend.

Interest in news in the Netherlands has dropped sharply since 2018, with younger audiences showing the biggest decline. Trust is also falling, prompting concern from media regulators. Meanwhile, the use of AI chatbots for news continues to grow slowly.

Reuters reports that Tesla used misleading safety data to gain approval for its self‑driving system in the Netherlands. The RDW authorised hands‑free driving after more than a year of testing, but researchers now question the reliability of Tesla’s claims. It is still uncertain whether the system will receive approval across the European Union.

Supermarkets in the Netherlands and Belgium have recalled several types of pet food after blue plastic pieces were found during inspections. The affected items come from Partner in Pet Food NL and include products sold by Lidl, Albert Heijn, Jumbo, and Delhaize. Customers are urged to check the listed expiration dates and avoid feeding these products to their pets.

Vion will sell its Food Service Business to Group of Butchers as it continues to shift its focus to the Benelux. The deal includes Salomon Foodworld and two German production sites, while the Leeuwarden plant remains outside the sale. The move follows several years of losses and a broader restructuring effort.

VPRO will cut 58 jobs as part of a reorganisation driven by budget reductions. The changes affect teams in media, production, and several support...

A new NS off‑peak travel pass has drawn so much interest that the website struggles to stay online. The subscription offers unlimited off‑peak travel for 49 euros per month and is available until the end of August. Demand surged immediately after its launch.