Former Health Minister Hugo de Jonge, former State Secretary Mona Keijzer, and pollster Maurice de Hond will testify before the Dutch parliamentary inquiry committee on coronavirus. The hearings focus on the government's vaccination policies and the implementation of the corona access pass.
Food enthusiast Nanja Pol visits the Botermarkt in Haarlem to explore local culinary offerings. During her trip, she focuses on sourcing organic ingredients for a morning breakfast.
Minister of Science Rianne Letschert has informed the House of Representatives that animal testing on monkeys may continue beyond 2030. She stated that these tests remain necessary for the development of essential medicines.
The initiative Just Go Skating is organizing a skateboarding workshop this weekend in Haarlem to foster connections between asylum seekers and local residents. The organizers aim to promote social inclusion by highlighting that sports can bridge cultural backgrounds.
Journalist Jan-Kees Emmer reflects on the significance of the 250th anniversary of the United States' independence. He highlights that the celebration remains meaningful regardless of current political figures, drawing on his personal experience living in the country.
The Dutch government is making progress on addressing long-standing nitrogen emission issues despite farmer protests. Agriculture Minister Jaimi van Essen now faces the challenge of balancing these new policy plans.