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Is AI making our children dumber? ‘The flood of stimuli from our screens is dulling our brains’

The increasing integration of AI and screens into daily life has sparked concerns that children and youth are becoming less capable of independent thinking and traditional literacy. With one-third of young people now considered functionally illiterate, experts warn that constant digital stimuli and a reliance on chatbots may be negatively impacting cognitive development.

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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.

Anneke shows how female soldiers pee in the field: 'We must consider the differences between men and women'

Anneke Valk, the 2026 Teacher of the Year, has stepped back from her teaching duties at Wageningen University to advocate for better research on the female body. She argues that many products and systems are tested primarily on men and inappropriately adapted for women, a practice she refers to as bikini science.

Charly Luske shocked by his own drinking and quit: 'That makes you an alcoholic'

Charly Luske recently quit drinking alcohol after realizing his theater tour habits led him to consume four bottles of wine per week. The entertainer, who also manages addictive tendencies related to gambling, has now been sober for six months and maintains strict personal rules to ensure his well-being.

This supermarket sambal oelek is the best: 'It makes me sweat'

Three sambal experts conducted a blind taste test of eight different brands of sambal oelek available in supermarkets. They sought to determine which commercial version provides the best heat and flavor quality for consumers.

JARA seeks better connection with agencies: "Young people don't feel heard"

The Youth Advisory Body Amsterdam (JARA) hosted its first youth summit to improve communication between young people and municipal services, law enforcement, and political organizations. The initiative aims to help youth navigate various support systems for personal and health-related issues while bridging the disconnect between city departments.