Tata Steel has resumed trial operations at its Direct Sheet Plant after it was shut down in April for exceeding chromium-6 emission limits. The IJmond Health Expert Group is advocating for the continuous monitoring of carcinogenic substances to protect workers and nearby residents.
German anatomist and inventor of the plastination technique, Gunther von Hagens, has passed away at the age of 81 due to a brain hemorrhage. He was widely known for creating the Body Worlds anatomical exhibitions.
The Saturday market at the Grote Markt in Haarlem will be relocated to Zijlstraat, Nieuwe Groenmarkt, and Krocht on August 1 and 15, 2026. This temporary move is necessary to accommodate the Haarlem Culinair and Haarlem Live events taking place on the Grote Markt.
Approximately 1.2 million viewers in the Netherlands watched the final stage of the Tour de France on Sunday. Mathieu van der Poel secured the victory by crossing the finish line first on the Champs-Élysées in Paris.
As the Netherlands faces a looming shortage of dentists, experts are highlighting the importance of maintaining dental health through proper oral care and diet. Dietitian Sanne Mouha and dentist Vincent Koningsveld explain which foods to avoid and which ones can help protect teeth to minimize the need for dental visits.
Ahmad Joudeh, a former stateless refugee born to Syrian and Palestinian parents, pursued his dream of becoming a professional dancer after arriving in the Netherlands a decade ago with the help of the Dutch National Ballet. Now an international performer, Joudeh credits dance for helping him define his identity while overcoming the struggles of his past.