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After heavy crash in China, Jesper Rasch wonders why cycling is still fun: ‘I’m an expert when it comes to wounds’

After heavy crash in China, Jesper Rasch wonders why cycling is still fun: ‘I’m an expert when it comes to wounds’

Dutch cyclist Jesper Rasch, who competes for the China Anta-Mentech team, reflects on his career and the physical toll of the sport following a serious crash in China. The Zandvoort native shares monthly insights into his life racing in the Asian peloton while recovering from his injuries.

Increasing number of people refuse roadside drug tests

Increasing number of people refuse roadside drug tests

Police data reveals a growing number of drivers in the Netherlands are refusing to undergo drug tests during traffic stops. Although refusing such a test is a crime subject to severe penalties, the number of refusals continues to rise annually.

Meindert (27) suffered a spinal cord injury after diving into shallow water: ‘I lay face down and could no longer move’

Meindert (27) suffered a spinal cord injury after diving into shallow water: ‘I lay face down and could no longer move’

Meindert Schulting, 27, suffered a high spinal cord injury after diving into shallow water from a boat on the hottest day ever recorded in the Netherlands. He is now sharing his story to warn others about the life-changing risks of diving into unknown or shallow waters.

Gezondheid op 1 sues State over customized agreements with Tata Steel; ‘Health is insufficiently protected’

Gezondheid op 1 sues State over customized agreements with Tata Steel; ‘Health is insufficiently protected’

The organization Gezondheid op 1 is filing a lawsuit against the Dutch State over custom agreements with Tata Steel, alleging that health and environmental protections are insufficient. Director Antoinette Verbrugge claims the government is making irreversible decisions without properly assessing their impact on the public.

Laan van Vlaanderen road closure to stay, but not all residents are happy

Laan van Vlaanderen road closure to stay, but not all residents are happy

A controversial rush-hour traffic restriction on Laan van Vlaanderen in Amsterdam will remain in place following a court ruling that questioned why the measure is not active 24 hours a day. While some residents and safety advocates want the restriction expanded to protect school children, others oppose it due to heavy fines and increased traffic on surrounding roads.