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Inspectorate imposes penalty on Tata Steel over hazardous steel slag

The Human Environment and Transport Inspectorate (ILT) has imposed a penalty on Tata Steel for failing to classify a specific type of steel slag as hazardous waste. The steel manufacturer must now upd...

Inspections: mental health care for asylum seekers inadequate

The Dutch Justice and Security and Healthcare and Youth inspectorates have concluded that organizations providing mental health care and safety to asylum seekers are failing to cooperate effectively. ...

Tata Steel tests plant after excessive chromium-6 emissions

Tata Steel is conducting trial runs at its Direct Sheet Plant in IJmuiden this week to measure emissions following an earlier shutdown. The facility was closed after internal tests revealed that chrom...

Margriet and Marian love exercising in the forest: ‘Balancing on one leg is getting easier for me’

Margriet and Marian participate in weekly outdoor exercise sessions with the "GO" (Gezond Oud) group to promote healthy aging. The activities take place every Tuesday at the Beeckestijn estate in Vels...

World's largest condom producer Karex raises prices due to war

Karex, the world's largest condom manufacturer, is planning to increase its prices by 20 to 30 percent. The company cited the impact of the ongoing conflict in the Middle East as the reason for the pr...

GPs sound alarm over vaping: Politicians must help protect the youth

Amsterdam general practitioners and healthcare providers have urged the city council to implement stricter measures to protect young people from vaping addiction. The groups are calling for expanded s...

Smokers no longer welcome on parts of Zandvoort beach, but no official ban in place

The municipality of Zandvoort has established three voluntary smoke-free zones on its beaches for the current season. While signs have been installed to mark these areas, the initiative is a pilot pro...

British Parliament backs lifetime smoking ban for generations

The British parliament has approved a lifelong smoking ban for anyone born after 2008, effectively making it illegal for younger generations to ever purchase tobacco products. This measure aims to cre...

HBB faction leader Jan Verhagen steps back: 'Health comes first'

Jan Verhagen is stepping down as the group leader of Heemsteeds Burger Belang (HBB) due to health reasons following medical advice. While the Haarlem politician will remain active as a council member,...

How to prevent hearing damage: ‘Take a 15-minute break after 60 minutes of noise’

ENT specialist Maarten Vijverberg shares expert advice on how to protect hearing and prevent permanent damage from noise exposure. He recommends taking a 15-minute break for every hour spent in a loud...

'Living without answers is a struggle'. Families of missing persons live in a nightmare

In the Netherlands, approximately 1,500 people remain missing after more than a year, causing their families to live in constant uncertainty. These loved ones are often unable to start the grieving pr...

Outdoor swimming resumes April 28: get one free ticket!

Outdoor swimming pools are scheduled to reopen on April 28. Through May 10, visitors can receive one free ticket with their online orders for outdoor pool access.

European Court allows ‘cheat cigarettes’ to stay, ‘bizarre reasoning’

The European Court of Justice has ruled that current cigarette emission measurement methods can remain in place, effectively allowing so-called "cheat cigarettes" to stay on the market. This decision ...

Aisha Dutrieux listens with growing astonishment to two teenagers discussing calories: 'We’re like freaks'

Aisha Dutrieux observes two fourteen-year-old girls in a library as they engage in a detailed conversation about calorie counting. The author expresses surprise at the teenagers' intense focus on diet...

Poultry housing order lifted, except in Gelderse Vallei

State Secretary Silvio Erkens has lifted the poultry confinement obligation for hobbyists and commercial farms across most of the Netherlands. The mandate remains in effect only for the Gelderse Valle...

Still no residential care location found in Southeast for vulnerable Amsterdammers

Significant damage in accident involving ambulance and two cars in Haarlem

On Tuesday afternoon, an ambulance and two cars were involved in a collision on the Amerikaweg in Haarlem. The accident resulted in significant vehicle damage, although no details on potential injurie...

Ron Peters has been Telstar's club doctor for over 30 years: 'Players must feel safe with you'

Ron Peters reflects on his thirty-year career as the club doctor for Telstar, highlighting the club's rapid professionalization following their promotion. He notes that despite these changes, the team...

Rijnland Water Board to invest more in clean water: ‘Europe mandates it, fortunately, because we need clean water’

The Rijnland Water Board is increasing its investment to improve surface water quality, driven by European regulations. Despite these additional funds, the board acknowledges that the water will still...

Cars play a decisive role in half of fatal motorcycle accidents

Fatal motorcycle accidents in the Netherlands consistently peak during the spring months, with approximately fifty deaths occurring each year. Most of these incidents are caused by car drivers failing...

Dutch Safety Board: Mental health care can already be improved

The Dutch Safety Board (OVV) reports that individuals with severe mental illnesses often do not receive the care they need, despite the existing system having the capacity for improvement. The investi...

Moped rider's traffic violation leads to major drug bust

A 20-year-old moped rider was arrested in Amsterdam-West after a traffic stop for riding in the wrong direction led to the discovery of drugs and cash. A subsequent search of the suspect's home reveal...

Sunscreen left over from last year: use it or buy new?

Research physician Jetske Ultee provides guidance on whether it is safe to reuse sunscreen and other cosmetic products left over from previous seasons. The article addresses concerns regarding the eff...

Help build a route planner for wheelchair users? We are looking for testers

Researchers are seeking testers to help develop a personalized and accessible route planner for wheelchair users. The project aims to improve how route information is presented to better meet the need...

Three key symptoms of heart failure: ‘Sock marks on your legs aren’t normal’

Approximately 500,000 people in the Netherlands live with heart failure, a condition that causes 22 deaths daily but is often misunderstood by the public. Cardiologists identify key symptoms such as s...

Inspectorate investigates Yes We Can Clinics after BOOS broadcast

The Dutch Health and Youth Care Inspectorate (IGJ) has launched an investigation into Yes We Can Clinics, a treatment facility for young people with mental health and addiction issues. This action fol...

Revolutionary therapy gave René (57) his life back: 'I had been shaking since childhood'

Amsterdam UMC has begun treating patients with essential tremors using revolutionary High Intensity Focused Ultrasound (HIFU) therapy. This treatment can significantly reduce or stop uncontrollable sh...

Christina Applegate thanks fans after hospitalization: 'Getting better every day'

Christina Applegate thanked her fans on Instagram for their support following a recent hospitalization for ongoing health issues. The actress shared that she is recovering and feeling stronger every d...

Schools sound the alarm over homeless students: ‘Children are being destroyed’

Schools in the Netherlands are reporting an increasing number of homeless students who are suffering due to the ongoing housing shortage. According to data from the Youth Education Fund, teachers are ...

Rat poison put in baby food in attempt to extort German manufacturer

Rat poison found in HiPP baby food jars was intentionally added as part of an extortion attempt against the German manufacturer. The Austrian police issued a public warning regarding the contaminated ...