78-year-old Ben Sliggers has been a swimming instructor at the VZV club for 48 years, emphasizing that swimming is a lifelong sport. He currently leads swimming lessons and water polo training sessions every Wednesday evening at the Heerenduinen swimming pool.
A large 30-meter-high mast known as 'De Zenmast' located in the IJ river in Amsterdam has finally been explained to the public. The structure serves as an artistic installation rather than a functional piece of maritime equipment.
The father of a 21-year-old cyclist who died in a collision with a tractor on the De Ronde Hoep route has launched a petition calling for improved traffic safety. He is urging local authorities to implement an integrated safety plan for the popular, narrow route, while the municipality currently maintains that no additional measures are necessary.
Metro service on the Noord/Zuidlijn in Amsterdam was disrupted this morning following a collision on the tracks between Noorderpark and Rokin stations. The GVB has deployed shuttle buses between Noorderpark and Central Station while emergency services attend to the incident.
Cabaret artist Kirsten van Teijn has confirmed she is expecting her first child. The baby is due in mid-October, and the 37-year-old performer expressed great happiness regarding the news.
Energy coaches from the initiative De Groene Hub in Amsterdam-Zuidoost are expanding their services to help residents mitigate heat stress in their homes. By providing practical adjustments like shade cloths and window film alongside energy-saving advice, they aim to address the increasing health risks posed by extreme heat in urban areas.