No need to panic, but without a North Sea dike, we’ll be floating on Dam Square in 100 years

How the Ripperda barracks turned into a small Bosnian village in the 1990s: Ramina found safety there and gave birth to her daughter Emina

Over thirty years ago, the Ripperdakazerne in Haarlem served as a shelter for hundreds of Bosnian refugees, including the family of Emina Tuka who was born there. The article recounts how the barracks transformed into a small community for those fleeing conflict in the 1990s. Although born and raised in the Netherlands, Tuka maintains a strong connection to her parents' Bosnian heritage.

Extra focus on parent behavior at Blauw-Wit Pentecost tournament: ‘I understand football is emotion, but you are a role model’

Lebanese president denounces Israeli occupation on Liberation Day

On Lebanon's Liberation Day, President Joseph Aoun declared that the full withdrawal of Israel from Lebanese territory is non-negotiable. The holiday marks the anniversary of the end of the Israeli occupation of southern Lebanon in 2000.

HBC wins period title and plays Wednesday for return to Third Division

HBC secured the third period title and a spot in the promotion play-offs following a 1-1 draw against JOS/Watergraafsmeer. Coach Jasper Ketting’s team will now compete for a place in the third division, facing Flevo Boys at home this Wednesday before a return match in Emmeloord on Saturday.

Pink Floyd saxophonist Dick Parry dies at 83

Dick Parry, the saxophonist known for his work with the legendary rock band Pink Floyd, has passed away at the age of 83. His death was announced by guitarist David Gilmour, who highlighted Parry's contributions to iconic albums such as The Dark Side of the Moon and Wish You Were Here.