In his weekly column, Wouter Klootwijk explores the relationship between food and well-being. He specifically examines whether it is possible for individuals to increase their happiness through their dietary choices.
Dutch supermarkets Albert Heijn and Jumbo have started selling plastic cups with ice cubes to follow a popular TikTok trend among young consumers. While the product is intended for on-the-go convenience, it has sparked criticism regarding the environmental impact of plastic packaging for tap water.
The Velsen city council has decided to allow neighborhood shops to remain unrestricted, citing their essential social function within the community. Local business De Groenhoek in IJmuiden serves as a key example, providing daily fresh meals for residents of all ages.
Dutch virologist Vincent Munster has been charged in the United States for smuggling vials of deactivated mpox virus from the Democratic Republic of Congo. He is also accused of lying to federal investigators during questioning at an airport in Detroit.
