Waters around Amsterdam face salinization due to drought: water board takes further measures

More drought measures: lock in Weesp closed

The Amstel, Gooi and Vecht water board has implemented further measures, including closing a lock in Weesp and installing temporary pumps near Muiden, to combat persistent drought conditions. Additional actions, such as increased water intake in Huizen, are being taken to ensure sufficient water levels for firefighting and to protect local water systems.

Athlete Liam van der Schaaf felt 'despondent' due to injuries, now makes European Championship debut at 27

After enduring three years of persistent injuries that nearly forced him to retire, 27-year-old hurdler Liam van der Schaaf is set to make his debut at the European Championships in Birmingham. Van der Schaaf, who represents the HAAG Atletiek club, persevered through his setbacks to reach this career milestone.

Major earthquake in Colombia claims at least eighteen lives

Met De Vlam In De Pijp singer Henk Wijngaard in hospital for heart surgery

Eighty-year-old singer Henk Wijngaard, known for the hit "Met De Vlam In De Pijp," has been hospitalized since last Wednesday. He is scheduled to undergo heart surgery.

Man arrested at Kim Kardashian's home following attempted break-in

A 27-year-old man was arrested on Sunday at Kim Kardashian's residence near Los Angeles on suspicion of burglary. Kardashian and her children were not present at the home during the incident.