At 75 years old, Haarlem resident Marjanne de Groot continues to serve as a ferry captain at Cruquius, a role she has held for 12 years. She operates the vessel weekly for pedestrians and cyclists regardless of the weather, driven by her lifelong love for sailing and social interaction. De Groot intends to continue her work as long as she is physically able, enjoying the challenges of navigating the Ringvaart.
The WorldPride event in Amsterdam concluded on Saturday with its traditional Pride March. The colorful parade drew participants to the city, and highlights of the festivities have been documented in a photo gallery.
Germany's manufacturing sector is currently shedding 15,000 jobs per month across the automotive and machinery industries. This economic downturn in Germany is expected to have significant repercussions for the economy of the Netherlands.
A man was injured in a suspected stabbing incident on the Nieuwezijds Voorburgwal in Amsterdam city center on the evening of the incident. Emergency services were deployed to the scene and the victim was transported to the hospital, while police continue to search for a suspect.
Frankie Grande expressed his ongoing support for his sister, singer Ariana Grande, in an Instagram post following her final United States performance. The message comes after the singer announced her decision to take a break from the public eye.
Ophthalmologist Hans Vingerling warns that viewing Wednesday's partial solar eclipse in the Netherlands without proper protection can cause permanent eye damage. He specifically advises against using improper methods, such as looking through the hole of a CD, to observe the phenomenon.