Amsterdam wants snack machines removed from tram and metro platforms, but GVB has final say

US: Iran attack on Kuwait is ceasefire violation

The United States reports that Iran launched a missile toward Kuwait and deployed five drones in the Strait of Hormuz on Wednesday night. US officials stated that these actions constitute a violation of a previously agreed-upon ceasefire.

Cabinet asks schools to be alert to risk of female genital mutilation

The Dutch cabinet has issued a letter to schools nationwide, urging staff to be alert for signs that female students may be at risk of genital mutilation before the summer holidays. The initiative aims to prevent girls from being taken abroad for the procedure by helping educators identify potential warning signals.

Zandvoort retains Blue Flag for clean swimming water

Zandvoort has been awarded the international Blue Flag once again for the quality and safety of its swimming water and beach. Alderman Carree accepted the certification, which serves as a global mark of excellence for beach environments.

Behavioral psychologist Sanne (32) warns against constant AI use: ‘Ask yourself: are you using it to think better, or to avoid thinking?’

Former skipper Cees de Baar writes book with Jolanda Kalló about lifeboat Johanna Louisa: ‘In Love with the Old Lady’

Former skipper Cees de Baar and Jolanda Kalló have co-authored a book about the lifeboat Johanna Louisa to mark its 20th anniversary as a PR vessel for the KNRM. The book, titled "Verliefd op de Oude dame," features personal stories from maritime heroes.