Hearings on the Dutch government's handling of the COVID-19 pandemic revealed that warning letters from the Children's Ombudsman regarding school closures were frequently ignored. Witnesses testified that pandemic measures violated children's rights and that the youth were disproportionately affected by the cabinet's decisions.
The new festival Haarlem Shakes! will feature fifteen local bands and artists from Haarlem and the surrounding region. The event aims to introduce a broader audience to diverse musical acts ranging from surf rock to post-punk.
Acting President Delcy Rodríguez of Venezuela reported that at least 32 people were killed and more than 700 were injured following two earthquakes on Wednesday. This figure represents a preliminary assessment of the casualties and damage resulting from the disaster.
The morning rush hour in Noord-Holland was quiet on Thursday, June 25, with few traffic disruptions. However, passengers are advised that the NS train service is operating on a modified schedule due to extreme heat.
A live blog has been launched to track weather developments and the impact of extreme heat across the region. Readers can follow real-time updates as temperatures rise and residents cope with the heatwave.
Two parked cars were heavily damaged by a fire on a parking lot along the Engelenburg in Haarlem on Thursday morning. The blaze resulted in significant damage to both vehicles.