paroolFeb 18, 2026, 19:00

Ukrainian teachers teach between air raid sirens in ‘Timestamp’: ‘Cried a lot during editing’

The documentary *Timestamp*, directed by Kateryna Gornostai, depicts the daily lives of Ukrainian teachers and students maintaining education amidst the ongoing Russian invasion. Filmed between 2023 and 2024, the movie captures the reality of air raid sirens, bomb shelters, and emergency medical training as educators work to provide a sense of normalcy for their pupils. The film, which premiered at the Berlin Film Festival, highlights both the profound emotional toll of the conflict and the resilience of a generation growing up during the war.

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Based on reporting by parool. Translated and condensed by LocalHeadlines.

Why so many international fishermen are casting their lines in the Spaarne this week

Haarlem is hosting the World Streetfishing Championship this Friday and Saturday, with fifteen international teams competing in the city's urban waterways. Participants will use technical skill and artificial lures to catch the largest fish, while defending champions Hungary and local teams prepare for the event.

Dinosaur skeleton auctioned for 42 million euros, second most valuable fossil ever

A rare Nanotyrannus dinosaur skeleton has been auctioned for 42 million euros, becoming the second-most expensive fossil ever sold. Scientists have criticized the sale, warning that moving the specimen into a private collection removes it from the public domain and limits opportunities for academic research.

Dinosaur skeleton up for auction expected to fetch millions

A rare dinosaur skeleton from the Late Cretaceous period is set to be auctioned by Sotheby's, with expectations that it will fetch millions of dollars. The sale has drawn significant criticism from the scientific community, which argues that such unique fossils belong in public museums for research and public viewing rather than private collections.

Egyptian journalist Attalah detained after conviction: 'Assault on press freedom'

Attalah, the editor-in-chief of the independent Egyptian news site Mada Masr, has been detained following a court conviction and the imposition of a maximum fine. International human rights and media organizations have condemned the arrest as a severe attack on press freedom, while Egyptian authorities argue the action is necessary to ensure media compliance with national laws.

Exhibition on femicide on display in Diemen for three weeks

A traveling exhibition highlighting the issue of femicide opens tomorrow in Diemen to share the stories of women killed by their partners. The display aims to raise awareness about domestic violence and provide information on recognizing early warning signs of abuse.