After a ‘cool’ Tuesday, mercury rises to 37: Amsterdam heading for possible super heatwave

Het Parool hands out ice cream to Amsterdammers: ‘Embrace the sweat stains’

Various sporting events cancelled due to the heat

Several sporting events across the Netherlands have been cancelled due to an upcoming heatwave. Affected events include the four-day walking event in Sevenum and various running races such as the Roda Run in Kerkrade and the Schoklandloop.

Code red in 15 Italian cities due to high temperatures

The Italian Ministry of Health has issued a code red alert for fifteen cities, including Rome and Milan, due to extreme heat. Authorities are advising residents to remain indoors during the hottest parts of the day to avoid the high temperatures.

Hand luggage in 2026: these are the rules per airline

New regulations are expected to simplify hand luggage rules by late 2027, allowing passengers to bring two items for free. Until these changes take effect, travelers must continue to follow the specific baggage policies set by individual airlines for 2026.

Another TV journalist departs: critic of father-to-be Jeremy Doku steps down

French sports journalist France Pierron is leaving her television role after publicly criticizing Belgian footballer Jeremy Doku on the talk show L’Équipe de Choc. Pierron had questioned Doku's decision to travel between the United States and England to attend the birth of his son.