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Shade in libraries and cooling in mosques: how the city is preparing for the heat

The city of Amsterdam has opened twelve pilot cooling spots, including libraries, theaters, and a mosque, to provide relief for residents during an extreme heatwave. These locations are strategically placed in districts like Nieuw-West and Zuidoost, where urban heat risks and poorly insulated housing are most prevalent. The initiative aims to offer a safe space for people to cool down and access water as temperatures rise across the region.

Lifestyle Health Amsterdam Netherlands

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De Jonge: FVD member is an exception in Provincial Council for expense claims

Martin Bos, an FVD member of the Zeeland Provincial Council, reportedly charged 117 dinners to taxpayer funds over a two-year period. Hugo de Jonge, the King's Commissioner, stated that this excessive spending is an exception and should not negatively impact the reputation of other council members.

How to come back stronger after an injury, according to elite athletes: ‘Your brain has already practiced’

Sports psychologist Afke van de Wouw explains how athletes can return stronger from injuries by utilizing mental visualization and psychological training. This approach helps players maintain mental sharpness during recovery, as the brain can practice movements even when the body is unable to perform physically.

Barn nitrogen emissions 9 percent lower due to buyout scheme

According to the Netherlands Court of Audit, buyout schemes for farmers have led to a 9 percent reduction in nitrogen emissions from stables over the last six years. While successive agriculture ministers allocated 4.2 billion euros to support farmers who chose to stop their operations, 1.6 billion euros of that budget remained unused.

Major damage in collision on IJmuiderstraatweg in IJmuiden

Two passenger cars collided on the IJmuiderstraatweg in IJmuiden on Tuesday evening, causing significant damage to both vehicles. Authorities suspect that one of the drivers may have been operating their vehicle under the influence.

Are young people tough enough if the pressure of the 5.5 rule disappears? LAKS hands petition to Parliament. ‘This generation is being pampered too much’

The Dutch student organization LAKS has presented a petition with 38,000 signatures to the House of Representatives calling for the removal of the mandatory 5.5 average grade for final exams. The organization argues that the rule creates an unhealthy focus on test results rather than the actual learning process.