nuAug 16, 2026, 04:42

We have a water shortage, but it's flushing into the sea en masse near Rotterdam

The Netherlands is struggling with water shortages while large amounts of fresh water flow into the sea through the port of Rotterdam. Proposed solutions to retain water, such as shallowing or damming harbor access, could significantly disrupt maritime shipping.

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Based on reporting by nu. Translated and condensed by LocalHeadlines.

European gas price hits highest level since 2022

European natural gas prices have exceeded 90 euros per megawatt-hour for the first time since late 2022 due to rising geopolitical tensions in the Middle East. Additionally, gas storage levels across Europe are at their lowest point entering winter since 2009, raising concerns about supply stability and further economic impact.

China and the US are going full throttle on AI, the EU is hitting the brakes: how wise is that?

While China and the United States push ahead with rapid AI development, the European Union maintains a cautious stance focused on strict regulation. Critics argue this approach hampers European innovation and sovereignty, while proponents believe responsible testing and a focus on specialized quality are essential for sustainable growth.

Schiphol passport control running smoothly again after outage

Passport control at Schiphol Airport experienced significant delays on Sunday morning due to a technical failure that disabled automated scanning gates. The issue, which lasted until mid-afternoon, caused long queues and forced passengers to be processed manually, leading to missed flights for some travelers.

Long wait times at Schiphol due to electronic passport control failure

Schiphol Airport is facing significant passenger delays after a technical failure incapacitated its automated eGate passport control system on Sunday morning. Royal Netherlands Marechaussee officers are currently conducting manual checks as they investigate the cause of the malfunction, which is not believed to be a cyberattack.

The Greenhouse | I prefer to jump on the facts rather than the barricade

A climate journalist explores the tension between objective reporting and the pressure to advocate for systemic change to combat the climate crisis. The author concludes that journalists should remain factual rather than activist to effectively reach a wide and diverse audience.