Sarah Mullally has been formally installed as the first female head of the Anglican Church during a ceremony at Canterbury Cathedral in England. The event was attended by the British Prime Minister and members of the royal family.
The closure of the Wijkertunnel this summer is expected to cause significant traffic disruption for residents and commuters in the IJmond region, including Heemskerk, Beverwijk, and Velsen. Local municipalities and Rijkswaterstaat are collaborating to manage the impact, though officials acknowledge that significant traffic nuisance is unavoidable regardless of the measures taken.
Mika Godts led Ajax to a 2-0 away victory against NAC Breda with a goal and an assist. This crucial win aids the Amsterdam-based club's efforts to secure a spot in European competitions for next season.
AFC secured a 0-3 victory over RKAV Volendam in the Dutch second division, with Delano Gouda scoring twice for the Amsterdam side. Despite the defeat, Volendam confirmed their safety in the league for next season due to results on other pitches. Meanwhile, Haarlem's Koninklijke HFC remains at risk of relegation following a 0-1 loss to De Treffers.
The Dutch government's underestimation of power grid congestion has stalled new housing projects and forced the use of diesel generators in cities like Delft. This situation highlights conflicting policy goals as the country struggles to manage its energy transition while facing significant infrastructure limitations.
Polling stations have closed in the Palestinian territories following local elections. This vote marked the first time in twenty years that residents in parts of the Gaza Strip, controlled by Hamas since 2007, were able to participate.