Two bystanders rescued a man from drowning after he fell into the Realengracht in Amsterdam on Wednesday afternoon. The man was transported to the hospital in a hypothermic state, and authorities are conducting blood tests to determine if alcohol was involved in the incident.
Participants at a Dutch King's Day flea market are using the event to raise money for various causes, including activities themed around political figures like Trump, Netanyahu, and Wilders. The tradition allows citizens to sell goods or offer entertainment, often serving as a platform for both charity and political expression.
The Havermarkt square in Breda has reached its capacity during King's Day celebrations, prompting the municipality to implement a one-in, one-out policy. Authorities suggest that visitors move to other locations like Kasteelplein and Kerkplein, where there is still space available.
The municipality of Utrecht has closed Stadhuisplein and Oudkerkhof to new visitors after the squares reached maximum capacity. Authorities also reported high levels of crowding at other city center locations, including the Neude and Janskerkhof.
The Haarlem football club Eendracht Houdt Stand (EHS) is featured in a series about defunct sports organizations. The club existed for nearly ninety years before merging with another entity in 2004.
Spaarndam celebrated its 100th costumed parade on King's Day, featuring a variety of creative entries including a pirate boat and a tribute to the 1988 Dutch national football team. The festive procession traveled through the village and concluded at De Kolk.