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Liberation festivals, Sumit's favorites, cow watching and more news from the past week

This article explores the history and architectural features of the Torensluis bridge, explaining its unusual width and the large square marked on the ground. It is featured as part of a weekly news roundup that covers liberation festivals and other local events.

Review: Olivia Dean lands in the Ziggo Dome not in a made bed but in a kingsize bed with super soft pillows

Dua Lipa sues Samsung over photo on television packaging

Singer Dua Lipa has filed a lawsuit against Samsung for using her image on television packaging without her permission or payment. The singer is seeking $15 million in damages for the unauthorized use of her likeness to promote and sell the electronic products.

It sounds crazy, but it’s ‘hip’: running a marathon without training. ‘People are egging each other on, like: look how tough I am’

Running long distances like marathons without proper training has become a popular trend driven by social media influencers despite the physical risks. Experts are questioning the wisdom of this behavior ahead of upcoming events such as the Pim Mulierloop in Haarlem and the Leiden marathon.

Wietske and Ben form a band, but also work in construction and journalism: 'Musicians should take a stand against low rates'

Members of the band Jacht, who reside in Amsterdam and Haarlem, discuss the financial challenges of balancing their music careers with professional work in construction and journalism. They argue that musicians should unite to demand higher pay as industry rates remain unsustainably low.