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Thousands of government and public-sector employees will gather in The Hague to protest planned cuts to social security. The demonstration is part of a growing wave of union action across several sectors, with more protests expected in the coming weeks.

Feyenoord supporters could be barred from attending the club’s next away match if no suspects are arrested over the fireworks incident at SC Cambuur. Mayor Hubert Bruls says stronger measures may be needed, while Justice Minister David van Weel is calling for tougher stadium entry checks and fresh discussions with the KNVB.

European Sleeper plans to launch a direct overnight train connecting Amsterdam and Brussels to Copenhagen and Malmö by April 2028. The route will restore direct rail travel between the Benelux region and Scandinavia for the first time in years. Trains are expected to depart in the evening and arrive at their Swedish destination the following morning.

Scammers are targeting Dutch residents with fake emails claiming to offer refunds ahead of iDEAL's transition to Wero. Official agencies urge the public to delete these messages immediately without clicking any enclosed links. Phishing activity has surged dramatically this year, with peak daily reports reaching nearly 100 in recent months.

Brief strikes by security workers caused morning delays at Schiphol Airport, though automated signs vastly overestimated queue lengths. Union leaders warn that repeated walkouts scheduled for Wednesday could lead to severe disruptions and missed flights. The labor dispute centers on increasing workplace pressure following recent changes to airport contracting.

NS is introducing discounted tickets in September to encourage passengers to travel just outside peak rush hour periods. The railway operator says even a small shift in travel patterns could help reduce crowding and improve the chances of finding a seat.

Recent rainfall has eased drought conditions and reduced the precipitation deficit, but experts say the recovery is far from complete. Low Rhine water levels and dry soils remain a concern, highlighting the need for sustained rainfall in the months ahead.

The independent Football and Safety Audit Team says football stadiums must strengthen security measures to reduce the use of fireworks. The report points to better technology, tighter access controls, and stronger cooperation between organisations, while also highlighting the challenge of identifying offenders.