Rijkswaterstaat is seeking new road inspectors to manage the increasing volume of traffic and incidents on Dutch motorways. The article highlights the experiences of inspector Michiel, who survived being hit by a van, to showcase both the dangers and the energy found in the profession.
Model train enthusiast Arno Hunting emphasizes the importance of passing on technical knowledge and hobby skills to younger generations. He describes how many collectors start at a young age and eventually build expansive, detailed rail networks and landscapes in their homes.
Welsh singer Duffy has announced she will perform her first UK concert in fifteen years with a secret, intimate show in London on July 5. According to an Instagram post by the singer, the performance will also include the debut of new music.
The number of children staying home from school in the Netherlands has reached 70,000, with figures continuing to rise each year. While politicians often blame teacher shortages and large class sizes, parents and experts argue that a lack of coordination between the healthcare and education sectors is the primary cause.
A fire broke out in a building at the corner of Schoterbosplein and Iepenstraat in Haarlem on the night of Saturday to Sunday. Emergency services were alerted around 3:00 AM, leading to the temporary evacuation of residents while multiple fire department units addressed the situation.
The Royal Netherlands Air Force is conducting training exercises with F-35 fighter jets at Schiphol Airport to practice cooperation between civil and military aviation. These drills, the first of their kind at the airport in a decade, aim to prepare for scenarios where military airbases might become inaccessible due to rising international threats. Schiphol CEO Pieter van Oord emphasized that the collaboration is essential for maximizing military readiness during potential crises.