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The Public Prosecution Service demands 24 years imprisonment for a man from Zoetermeer suspected of murder in The Hague.

Source: Public Prosecution Service

#OM
#DenHaag
#Liquidatie
24 years imprisonment demanded for assassination in The Hague
The Public Prosecution Service demands 24 years imprisonment for a man from Zoetermeer suspected of murder in The Hague.
openrijk.nl
January 16, 2026 at 7:13 PM
European Commission Statement Rio de Janeiro, 16 Jan 2026 Dear President Lula,You know I am always happy to come to Brazil. But today feels truly special. Becau...

Source: European Commission

#EU
#EuropeanCommission
#EU-Mercosur
Statement by President von der Leyen with Brazilian President Lula da Silva
European Commission Statement Rio de Janeiro, 16 Jan 2026 Dear President Lula,You know I am always happy to come to Brazil. But today feels truly special. Because I know that between us, between our regions and our pe...
openrijk.nl
January 16, 2026 at 6:30 PM
Following the plenary vote on Tuesday, Borja Giménez Larraz (EPP, ES) will answer journalists’ questions on the hurdles to ratification and implementation of th...

Source: European Parliament

#EuropeesParlement
#EUverkiezingen
#Democratie
Press release - Hurdles to the ratification of the Electoral Act: press conference with the rapporteur
Following the plenary vote on Tuesday, Borja Giménez Larraz (EPP, ES) will answer journalists’ questions on the hurdles to ratification and implementation of the European Electoral Act.
openrijk.nl
January 16, 2026 at 5:24 PM
Prison sentences have been demanded against six men from Eindhoven for involvement in large-scale drug trafficking. The investigation focuses on a criminal netw...

Source: Public Prosecution Service

#OM
#Eindhoven
#Drugs
Prison sentences demanded in investigation into Eindhoven drug gang
Prison sentences have been demanded against six men from Eindhoven for involvement in large-scale drug trafficking. The investigation focuses on a criminal network active in the region.
openrijk.nl
January 16, 2026 at 5:14 PM
The police have arrested a man suspected of sending and possessing child pornography. The investigation is ongoing.

Source: Public Prosecution Service

#OM
#Zedenzaak
#Politie
Man Arrested in Sexual Offense Case
The police have arrested a man suspected of sending and possessing child pornography. The investigation is ongoing.
openrijk.nl
January 16, 2026 at 5:14 PM
Purchase Protection for Affordable and Mid-Priced Owner-Occupied Homes Works in Amsterdam

Source: Municipality of Amsterdam

#Amsterdam
#Woningmarkt
#Opkoopbescherming
Purchase Protection for Affordable and Mid-Priced Owner-Occupied Homes Works in Amsterdam
openrijk.nl
January 16, 2026 at 5:10 PM
Permit application for a new offshore wind farm with subsidy opens in September 2026

Source: Netherlands Enterprise Agency | RVO

#RVO
#Windenergie
#Subsidie
Permit application for new offshore wind farm with subsidy opens in September 2026
Permit application for a new offshore wind farm with subsidy opens in September 2026
openrijk.nl
January 16, 2026 at 5:05 PM
In Deventer, we want everyone to feel safe and welcome. The campaign Are you okay? draws attention to (sexual) transgressive behavior and the importance of look...

Source: Municipality of Deventer

#Deventer
#Veiligheid
#GrensoverschrijdendGedrag
Start campaign Are you okay?
In Deventer, we want everyone to feel safe and welcome. The campaign Are you okay? draws attention to (sexual) transgressive behavior and the importance of looking out for each other.
openrijk.nl
January 16, 2026 at 4:53 PM
The VVD in South Holland nominates Jeroen van Dijken as the new deputy responsible for traffic, transport, and governance.

Source: Province of South Holland

#ProvincieZuidHolland
#ZuidHolland
#Gedeputeerde
Jeroen van Dijken nominated as deputy
The VVD in South Holland nominates Jeroen van Dijken as the new deputy responsible for traffic, transport, and governance.
openrijk.nl
January 16, 2026 at 4:36 PM
Along the Zeeweg, a new sign has been placed marking National Park South Kennemerland. This sign emphasizes the importance of protecting this unique natural are...

Source: Province of North Holland

#NoordHolland
#NationaalPark
#Zeeweg
Sign along Zeeweg marks National Park South Kennemerland
Along the Zeeweg, a new sign has been placed marking National Park South Kennemerland. This sign emphasizes the importance of protecting this unique natural area.
openrijk.nl
January 16, 2026 at 4:36 PM
On January 15, Deputy Marian van Dijken received partner recognition on behalf of the Province of Groningen for cooperation within the Groningen Provincial Move...

Source: Province of Groningen

#provincieGroningen
#Groningen
#Beweegakkoord
Province of Groningen receives partner recognition for cooperation within the Groningen Provincial Movement Agreement
On January 15, Deputy Marian van Dijken received partner recognition on behalf of the Province of Groningen for cooperation within the Groningen Provincial Movement Agreement.
openrijk.nl
January 16, 2026 at 3:45 PM
The European Parliament will hold a press conference on Wednesday at 14.30 CET to discuss updates on EU air passenger rights following the upcoming plenary vote...

Source: European Parliament

#EuropeesParlement
#Passagiersrechten
#EURechten
Press release - Air passenger rights: press conference on Wednesday at 14.30
The European Parliament will hold a press conference on Wednesday at 14.30 CET to discuss updates on EU air passenger rights following the upcoming plenary vote.
openrijk.nl
January 16, 2026 at 3:26 PM
On Friday, January 16, the transfer of National Education City took place at the Maarten van Rossemschool in Arnhem. Alderman Abdelhaq Jermoumi (Leiden) symboli...

Source: Municipality of Arnhem

#Arnhem
#Onderwijs
#NationaleOnderwijsstad
Arnhem is National Education City 2026
On Friday, January 16, the transfer of National Education City took place at the Maarten van Rossemschool in Arnhem. Alderman Abdelhaq Jermoumi (Leiden) symbolically handed over the keys to Alderman Nermina Kundić (Arnhem). With this transfer, the education year in Leiden ended and opened in Arnhem.
openrijk.nl
January 16, 2026 at 3:26 PM
The Municipality of Tilburg commissioned a historical study on the handling of Jewish property during and after World War II. The research Looting and restituti...

Source: Municipality of Tilburg

#Tilburg
#JoodsVastgoed
#TweedeWereldoorlog
Research on Jewish Property during World War II
The Municipality of Tilburg commissioned a historical study on the handling of Jewish property during and after World War II. The research Looting and restitution in Tilburg was conducted by historian Maili Blauw from Blauw Historical Research.
openrijk.nl
January 16, 2026 at 3:25 PM
The House of Representatives annually discusses the budgets of ministries. This week focuses on the budgets of Infrastructure and Water Management and Economic ...

Source: House of Representatives (Tweede Kamer)

#TweedeKamer
#Begroting
#Parlement
Debates on Budgets
The House of Representatives annually discusses the budgets of ministries. This week focuses on the budgets of Infrastructure and Water Management and Economic Affairs.
openrijk.nl
January 16, 2026 at 3:21 PM
The public prosecutor demanded up to 30 months imprisonment in Leeuwarden against two young men impersonating fake officers who defrauded victims in Northern Ne...

Source: Public Prosecution Service

#OM
#Nepagenten
#Fraude
Up to 30 months imprisonment demanded in Northern Netherlands against young fake officers
The public prosecutor demanded up to 30 months imprisonment in Leeuwarden against two young men impersonating fake officers who defrauded victims in Northern Netherlands.
openrijk.nl
January 16, 2026 at 3:14 PM
The Public Prosecution Service demands a severe sentence against a man from Barendrecht suspected of sexual abuse of multiple children.

Source: Public Prosecution Service

#OM
#Zedenzaak
#Justitie
Public Prosecution Service demands 14 years imprisonment and TBS in Barendrecht sexual abuse case
The Public Prosecution Service demands a severe sentence against a man from Barendrecht suspected of sexual abuse of multiple children.
openrijk.nl
January 16, 2026 at 3:13 PM
The Arnhem-Leeuwarden Court of Appeal sentenced a 54-year-old man to 17 years in prison for stabbing his business partner to death in his office.

Source: The Judiciary

#deRechtspraak
#Moord
#GerechtshofArnhemLeeuwarden
Also in Appeal 17 Years Prison for Stabbing Business Partner to Death
The Arnhem-Leeuwarden Court of Appeal sentenced a 54-year-old man to 17 years in prison for stabbing his business partner to death in his office.
openrijk.nl
January 16, 2026 at 3:10 PM
Amsterdam starts specialized youth work to prevent sliding into crime

Source: Municipality of Amsterdam

#Amsterdam
#Jongerenwerk
#Preventie
Amsterdam starts specialized youth work to prevent sliding into crime
openrijk.nl
January 16, 2026 at 2:11 PM
European Commission Rede Berlin, 16 Jan 2026 Dear Minister,Dear President of the German Farmers Association,Dear farmers, dear partners,Ladies and Gentlemen,Goo...

Source: European Commission

#EU
#EuropeanCommission
#Landbouw
Opening speech by Commissioner Hansen at the Deutscher Bauernverband new years reception
European Commission Rede Berlin, 16 Jan 2026 Dear Minister,Dear President of the German Farmers Association,Dear farmers, dear partners,Ladies and Gentlemen,Good afternoon, and first of all, let me wi...
openrijk.nl
January 16, 2026 at 2:05 PM
The Golden Eagle 2026 is awarded to artists Albert Dedden and Paul Keizer, known as the Spacecowboys, for their contribution to visual arts in Deventer.

Source: Municipality of Deventer

#Deventer
#Kunst
#Cultuur
Golden Eagle 2026 for the Spacecowboys; artists Albert Dedden and Paul Keizer
The Golden Eagle 2026 is awarded to artists Albert Dedden and Paul Keizer, known as the Spacecowboys, for their contribution to visual arts in Deventer.
openrijk.nl
January 16, 2026 at 12:52 PM
The event calendar for 2026 has been established. With no less than 167 events, it promises to be a lively year again. Tilburg aims to be a vibrant event city, ...

Source: Municipality of Tilburg

#Tilburg
#Evenementen
#NoordBrabant
Event Calendar Tilburg 2026 Established
The event calendar for 2026 has been established. With no less than 167 events, it promises to be a lively year again. Tilburg aims to be a vibrant event city, offering space for meeting, culture, and enjoyment while considering the citys livability.
openrijk.nl
January 16, 2026 at 12:23 PM
The Public Prosecution Service demands long prison sentences against a couple from Dronten for a fatal shooting incident where one neighbor died and others were...

Source: Public Prosecution Service

#OM
#Dronten
#Rechtspraak
Conflict with fatal outcome: Up to 24 years imprisonment demanded against couple from Dronten
The Public Prosecution Service demands long prison sentences against a couple from Dronten for a fatal shooting incident where one neighbor died and others were seriously injured.
openrijk.nl
January 16, 2026 at 12:13 PM
Governor Roemer invites everyone to participate in the first Limburg democracy table. A meeting where as many people as possible from many different backgrounds...

Source: Province of Limburg

#Limburg
#Democratie
#GouverneurRoemer
Join the conversation with Governor Roemer at the Limburg democracy table
Governor Roemer invites everyone to participate in the first Limburg democracy table. A meeting where as many people as possible from many different backgrounds come together to discuss their own place and role in our democracy.
openrijk.nl
January 16, 2026 at 11:38 AM