A report from the UN Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) reveals that global meat production has quadrupled over the past sixty years. On average, individuals worldwide now consume nearly six times as much chicken and twice as much pork as they did in 1961.
Norwegian Crown Princess Mette-Marit is preparing for a potential lung transplant as a last resort for her chronic pulmonary fibrosis. Lung specialist Wim Wuyts emphasizes that while the disease is incurable, early detection and preventative care are essential to managing the condition.
Minister of Housing Elanor Boekholt-O’Sullivan stated that additional measures are needed to address a nearly 20 billion euro deficit facing Dutch housing corporations. While coalition plans exist to fund housing construction and sustainability, calculations suggest these measures currently only solve the shortfall in theory.
A female driver crashed into a business premises on Muiderslotweg in Haarlem during a parking maneuver on Friday afternoon. The incident caused significant damage to the building's facade.
A police-escorted convoy at Dam Square in Amsterdam caused initial confusion on Wednesday, appearing to be a state visit but actually serving the Kinderbeestfeest charity event. Shortly after, a Thai delegation including the sister of the King of Thailand arrived at the Bijenkorf department store for the Amazing Thailand Fest 2026.
Dutch singer Gerard Joling aims to sell out two shows at Rotterdam Ahoy, while ongoing news circulates regarding concerts by the artist Ye. These topics are featured in the latest episode of the De Achterklap podcast.