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Booking.com parent company reports profit surge in second quarter

The Amsterdam-headquartered travel giant saw net income more than double despite ongoing global economic uncertainties.

Essentially Amsterdam Staff · August 6, 2026 at 8:39 a.m. CEST
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Netherlands set to see largest partial solar eclipse until 2081

A rare partial solar eclipse will cover nearly 90 percent of the sun across the country on August 12.

August 5, 2026 at 7:26 p.m. CEST
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Dutch cities see almost no requests for consumer fireworks ban exemptions

Major municipalities including Amsterdam have already ruled out granting exemptions for neighborhood fireworks displays this coming New Year’s Eve.

August 5, 2026 at 5:08 p.m. CEST
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Dutch privacy regulator warns period-tracking app users about data risks

The Dutch Data Protection Authority has advised users of period-tracking apps to carefully consider how their personal health information is managed and stored.

August 5, 2026 at 2:52 p.m. CEST
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Thuisbezorgd expands into fast flower delivery with local shop partnerships

The Dutch delivery platform has begun offering fresh flowers on demand by partnering with neighborhood florists.

August 5, 2026 at 1:08 p.m. CEST
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Residents demand repairs after festival damages Flevopark

Local neighborhood groups in Amsterdam Oost are calling for action following lawn and tree damage from a recent music event.

August 5, 2026 at 12:39 p.m. CEST
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Albert Heijn halves return rate on popular savings stamps

Starting September 7, shoppers will need to spend twice as much to complete a digital savings book.

August 5, 2026 at 11:12 a.m. CEST
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Delayed A9 sound barriers installed following local complaints

Crews are putting noise screens in place along the new highway section near Amstelveen after missing the initial deadline.

August 5, 2026 at 10:30 a.m. CEST
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