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Lane for free 'beach bus', one fewer lane for cars on the road to Zandvoort

Starting this weekend through August 30, a trial will reserve one lane of the N200 Zeeweg exclusively for a free "beach bus" to Zandvoort and Bloemendaal on weekends. Car traffic will be restricted to a single lane with a reduced speed limit of 60 km/h to help alleviate coastal congestion. Visitors are encouraged to park for free at the EXPO Greater Amsterdam in Vijfhuizen and use the shuttle service to reach the beaches.

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Highest temperature ever recorded in the Netherlands on June 19

A new temperature record for June 19 was set in the Netherlands on Friday as the mercury hit 34.0 degrees Celsius in the town of Ell. This temperature surpasses the previous record of 33.9 degrees recorded at the same location in the year 2000.

Politics on the Amstel: PRO blunders with jobs carousel and why is Lahlah now Lahlah?

The podcast 'Politiek aan de Amstel' examines recent political developments in Amsterdam's city council as it nears the summer recess. Journalists discuss topics such as homelessness, controversial statues, and a political controversy involving the party PRO in the Nieuw-West district. The episode also evaluates the performance of new aldermen during the final council sessions at the Stopera.

Eva Vedder celebrates career-high ranking, but Wimbledon debut must wait

Dutch tennis player Eva Vedder has reached a career-high world ranking of 207, marking a period of significant personal and professional growth. While celebrating this achievement, Vedder noted that her debut at Wimbledon remains a goal for the future.

Israel and Hezbollah agree on ceasefire

Israel and Hezbollah have agreed to a ceasefire, according to a senior U.S. official. The truce officially went into effect on Friday at 4:00 PM local time.

Lange Nieuwstraat in IJmuiden has a flower shop again. 'No plastic flower pots and packaging'

A new flower shop named De Zevenkleurige Bloem has opened in a previously vacant kiosk on Lange Nieuwstraat in IJmuiden. The business aims for sustainability by avoiding the use of plastic flower pots and packaging.