Manuals Fade as Dutch Cars Go Automatic | Amsterdam News

Manuals Fade as Dutch Cars Go Automatic | Amsterdam News

The Dutch car scene is flipping fast—automatics are taking over, now making up 42% of cars on the road, double what it was a decade ago. Electric and hybrid vehicles, which almost always come with automatics, are driving this shift. Yet, most drivers still prefer manuals, especially with gas cars—63% of new gas cars sold this year still have stick shifts. Older drivers (over 65) are sticking to manuals, while younger folks lean toward automatics, often opting for cheaper used manuals. Manufacturers are basically done building new manual models, since automatics are now the norm—comfort and fuel savings are king, and hybrids and EVs? They only come automatic. Manuals aren’t gone, but they’re becoming the rare exception. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/7776fd57e386e382

Bookstore in a 700-Year-Old Church | Amsterdam News

Step into Maastricht’s most stunning bookstore: Boekhandel Dominicanen, nestled inside a 700-year-old Gothic church. Once a monastery, then a bike rack, printing press, and Carnival party spot, this national treasure was reborn in 2007 with a jaw-dropping steel book tower slicing through centuries of history. Home to the oldest mural in the Netherlands — a 1337 fresco of Thomas Aquinas — and a cozy coffee shop where the altar once stood, it’s a surreal blend of medieval grandeur and modern literary magic. Perfect for book lovers, history buffs, and wanderers exploring Vrijthof square — it’s not just a bookstore, it’s an unforgettable experience. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/336af82cefa1156c

Dutch Passports Rank Third Globally | Amsterdam News

Dutch passports rank third globally for travel freedom, letting citizens visit 131 countries visa-free and another 43 with on-arrival visas—only 24 require advance visas. The mobility score measures how easily you can enter other nations, factoring in visa-free access, landing visas, and e-permits. While the U.S. offers its citizens broad travel rights, it restricts its own borders; meanwhile, South Sudan welcomes tourists but blocks its own citizens. Rankings shift fast: UAE now tops the list, while the U.S. dropped to ninth. At the bottom, Afghanistan’s passport lets holders enter just three countries visa-free. Surprisingly, small island nations are climbing up by forging visa-free deals with developing countries—helping them while also addressing climate change concerns. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/9334524fd4745140

Netherlands Dental Crisis Looms | Amsterdam News

The Netherlands is facing a dental crisis fueled by an aging population—by 2045, more seniors will need complex, specialized care like implants and bridges than ever before. Despite warnings from the dentist union since 2021 and new training spots opening by 2027, demand is outpacing supply. Older adults, thanks to better tech and finances, are keeping their teeth longer, doubling their dental visits since 2014. To fill the gap, the country is increasingly relying on dentists trained overseas—already a quarter of the workforce, and that number’s set to grow. It’s a high-stakes puzzle with no easy fix. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/0d9fa416147e9611

ICC Prosecutor Removed Over Sexual Misconduct | Amsterdam News

Karim Khan, the ICC’s chief prosecutor, has been ousted after a damning internal probe found he engaged in a sexual relationship with a junior staffer and tried to pressure her into withdrawing her complaint — a breach deemed unacceptable. Though Khan denied the allegations, member states voted to remove him, sparking debate over whether his dismissal was politically motivated, especially given his recent high-profile arrest warrants for Israeli leaders. His legal team vows to fight the decision, while U.S. officials intensify their criticism of the court — which doesn’t have jurisdiction in America — warning it threatens U.S. sovereignty and vowing to dismantle it. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/9633ba7973cb2e61