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Alcohol-monitoring anklet to be introduced for alcohol-fueled violence and DUI offenders

Alcohol-monitoring anklet to be introduced for alcohol-fueled violence and DUI offenders

The Dutch parliament is moving to introduce mandatory alcohol-monitoring ankle bracelets for offenders convicted of alcohol-fueled violence or severe traffic offenses. The device will monitor alcohol consumption 24/7 via skin sweat samples, providing a more reliable alternative to traditional periodic testing.

Former swimmer Kira Toussaint on track for first marathon medal

Former swimmer Kira Toussaint on track for first marathon medal

Former champion swimmer Kira Toussaint is transitioning to long-distance running and will participate in the Amsterdam Marathon on October 18. After a decorated swimming career, Toussaint turned to the marathon as a new major challenge to fuel her competitive drive.

Professor sees families no longer keeping vigil for days at a dying relative's bedside: they have to get back to work

Professor sees families no longer keeping vigil for days at a dying relative's bedside: they have to get back to work

Professor Kris Vissers of Radboudumc expresses concern that patients at the end of their lives are too often rushed toward death. He notes that families who are unable to properly say goodbye due to work pressures or premature interventions are at a higher risk of developing subsequent psychological issues.

Dyantha Brooks had panic attacks: 'I was everything I never wanted to be'

Dyantha Brooks had panic attacks: 'I was everything I never wanted to be'

Presenter Dyantha Brooks has spoken out about her struggle with panic attacks linked to past traumas, including her father's stroke and witnessing a suicide. Through therapy, she identified inherited anxieties and gained the tools to effectively manage her mental health.

Chatterbox Roderik connects people with each other

Chatterbox Roderik connects people with each other

Roderik Schaepman has launched the Week of the Conversation, an initiative aimed at encouraging social interaction to combat loneliness and declining communication skills. By setting up designated spaces at locations like the Haarlem train station, he encourages people to overcome social hesitation through simple steps like greeting and complimenting strangers.