Rob Jetten has arrived at Huis ten Bosch Palace in The Hague to be officially sworn in as the first D66 Prime Minister by King Willem-Alexander. He is accompanied by the members of his new cabinet, which consists of representatives from the D66, VVD, and CDA parties.
Fairground operator Frans Stuy is recovering from a brain hemorrhage that struck him in March. He is currently undergoing rehabilitation and plans to scale back his work schedule to spend more time with his family while preparing to eventually pass his business to his son.
Former speed skater Erben Wennemars has undergone heart surgery after a hole in his heart was discovered. This discovery followed the stroke he suffered earlier this year in May.
The Amstel, Gooi and Vecht water board has implemented further measures, including closing a lock in Weesp and installing temporary pumps near Muiden, to combat persistent drought conditions. Additional actions, such as increased water intake in Huizen, are being taken to ensure sufficient water levels for firefighting and to protect local water systems.
After enduring three years of persistent injuries that nearly forced him to retire, 27-year-old hurdler Liam van der Schaaf is set to make his debut at the European Championships in Birmingham. Van der Schaaf, who represents the HAAG Atletiek club, persevered through his setbacks to reach this career milestone.