A major water main break in Amsterdam-Noord caused three million liters of water to flood the streets during construction work. Waternet reported that the leak left nearby residents without water, and repairs are expected to take several hours. Over 150 households reported service disruptions within 30 minutes of the incident.
Matthijs van Nieuwkerk is returning to television after a four-year hiatus to host a new program on SBS6. He will co-present a musical show about Aretha Franklin alongside singer Shirma Rouse.
The United States will block Iranian airlines from accessing landing sites, refueling stations, and ticket sales as part of an ongoing economic campaign. U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent stated that these measures are contributing to the collapse of Iran's economy and currency.
Residents in Amsterdam's IJburg neighborhood have launched petitions against new snack vending machines at tram stops, arguing they promote unhealthy eating habits for children. While city officials and some political parties view the machines as undesirable, transport operator GVB maintains they improve travel comfort and help mitigate heat stress.
Residents in Amsterdam's IJburg neighborhood have launched petitions against new snack machines at tram stops, arguing they encourage unhealthy eating habits among youth. While city officials and some political parties find the machines undesirable, transport operator GVB defends them as a way to improve passenger comfort and provide cold drinks during hot weather.