A significant number of American fans in cities like Dallas, Houston, and Kansas City have joined Dutch supporters to cheer for the Netherlands national football team. These local residents are embracing the "Oranje" spirit for various reasons as the team travels across the United States.
Children's Ombudsman Margrite Kalverboer testified before a parliamentary inquiry committee that children's interests were not prioritized during the COVID-19 pandemic. She stated that the needs and well-being of children were not sufficiently taken into account during the government's decision-making process.
Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez defended his government in parliament against opposition accusations of systemic corruption. The defense follows recent legal developments including a prison sentence for his former top aide and the confiscation of his wife's passport.
A public transport strike on Wednesday morning was successful, with the FNV Spoor union reporting high participation across the sector. Union official Henri Janssen noted a strong willingness among workers to engage in labor actions regarding their employment conditions.
The European Union is tightening regulations to protect workers from carcinogenic and other hazardous substances to prevent serious illnesses. These measures are expected to save approximately 1.16 billion euros in healthcare costs across the EU in the coming years.