Architect Simon Sprietsma was honored with a symposium at the Zuiderkerk for his 35-year career designing iconic public spaces in Amsterdam, including the Dam and Leidseplein. Since 1991, Sprietsma has significantly influenced the city's urban landscape through projects like the Red and Orange Carpet routes and the redevelopment of the Central Station area.
Telstar kept their Eredivisie survival hopes alive with a decisive 4-1 victory over Sparta in Velsen-Zuid. Sem van Duijn scored two goals to lead his team to a crucial win as the season approaches its end.
Minister Jetten navigated a heated parliamentary debate by promising cheap public transport tickets for the summer to secure opposition support. Despite calls for more fuel price compensation, the Dutch cabinet maintains a frugal stance on government spending.
Israeli strikes in southern Lebanon have killed at least two people and injured journalists and aid workers. The casualties occurred during a rescue attempt for a journalist following an attack in the region.
President Donald Trump claimed that a referendum on electoral redistricting in Virginia was rigged after voters approved a map likely to benefit Democrats. Writing on Truth Social, Trump alleged that mail-in voting was suspicious but provided no evidence to support his claims.
Small sellers using Bol.com's shipping service are reporting significant overcharges due to inconsistent pricing for packages of identical size and weight. Merchant Cee Heeren claims he was overbilled by nearly 3,000 euros, prompting concerns from other vendors using the platform.