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Energy bombs in the air: five questions and answers about power banks on planes

Energy bombs in the air: five questions and answers about power banks on planes

A KLM flight to Curaçao was forced to return to Schiphol Airport after a power bank caught fire on board. Airlines and aviation authorities strictly prohibit power banks in checked luggage and forbid their use or charging during flights due to fire risks associated with lithium batteries.

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Still chilling? Find all the benches in Haarlem with these handy apps

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Phone of the Wind at Elswout estate: calling deceased loved ones

Phone of the Wind at Elswout estate: calling deceased loved ones

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Applesauce from this supermarket wins our taste test: ‘Nice and appley’

Applesauce from this supermarket wins our taste test: ‘Nice and appley’

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Busy Amsterdam and quiet Weesp face same high tourist tax? "We want a tailored approach"

Busy Amsterdam and quiet Weesp face same high tourist tax? "We want a tailored approach"

Amsterdam is raising its tourist tax to 20 percent by 2031 to address overcrowding in the city center. Residents of Weesp, which is part of the Amsterdam municipality, are advocating for tailored tax rates, arguing that their quiet rural area is not comparable to the busy city center.