In Amsterdam, city officials convene an emergency debate regarding recent violent incidents linked to the Ajax-Maccabi football match. Hundreds of pharmacies are closed as thousands of employees strike for improved wages and working conditions. The mayor has shared details with city council, revealing discussions to potentially ban the match due to safety concerns, though ultimately no action was taken. Meanwhile, a Dutch court is set to rule today on Shell’s CO2 emissions reduction appeal, a critical case following a previous court mandate. In lighter news, the Sinterklaasjournaal kicks off with a new host due to the illness of its usual presenter.