Culture
Say cheese! Dutch dairy triumphs as Beemster wins world title
Forget tulips, bikes and canals - the Dutch cheese just stole the spotlight. Beemster Royaal Grand Cru was crowned as the world's best cheese...
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Netherlands to set up defence credit institution with Finland and UK
The Netherlands, the UK, and Finland are planning a new credit institution to support defence projects. The proposed mechanism would focus on joint procurement and financing among NATO allies. It is intended to launch next year.
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Local parties use lobby texts in election manifestos, study says
Research by the Open State Foundation shows that many municipal election manifestos contain text copied directly from lobbyists. In dozens of cases, these texts were used without attribution. The organisation is now calling for greater transparency and local lobby registers.
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Petrol price rises above 2.50 euros per litre
The average petrol price in the Netherlands has climbed above €2.50 per litre, nearing a record last seen in 2022. Rising oil prices, linked to conflict in the Middle East and shipping disruptions, are also pushing up diesel costs. Motorists may still find lower prices away from motorway petrol stations.
Economy
Wall Street opens higher ahead of Fed rate decision
Markets on Wall Street started the week in positive territory as investors looked ahead to a key interest rate decision from the Federal Reserve. The central bank is expected to hold rates steady amid uncertainty linked to the war in the Middle East. Technology stocks were among the main gainers, led by Meta and Nvidia.
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Dutch foreign ministry issues exit advice for West Bank
The Dutch foreign ministry has outlined routes for citizens seeking to leave the West Bank amid ongoing uncertainty. Travellers are advised to leave via Jordan or, with restrictions, through Israel. Authorities warn of unpredictable security conditions and sudden disruptions.
Economy
OECD warns of significant risks to global economy from war
The OECD says the war in the Middle East is creating major risks for global growth, though the full effects remain unclear. Rising energy prices could fuel inflation and pressure central banks to keep interest rates high. New forecasts from the ECB and the Federal Reserve may soon shed more light on the situation.
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UnitedConsumers: recommended price for petrol possibly above 2.50 euros
Fuel expert Derk Foolen says the recommended price for Euro95 may rise above €2.50 on Tuesday as the conflict in the Middle East pushes oil prices higher. Tensions around the Strait of Hormuz and attacks on key oil sites are adding pressure to the market. Petrol and diesel prices are now close to record levels.