Harry Dikmans, first performer of rascal B2 from Bassie and Adriaan, died
Harry Dikmans, the first B2 from Bassie and Adriaan, has died at age 96 after a fall in which he sustained a fracture in Benidorm at age 95.
Russians report drone attack on reactor building of Zaporizhzhya nuclear power plant
Zaporizja nuclear power plant in Ukraine, currently occupied by Russian forces, was hit by a drone attack according to plant officials. The International Atomic Energy Agency confirms the incident, urging for no actions that may jeopardize nuclear safety.
Kopecky beats Vos in sprint and wins Paris-Roubaix for first time
Belgian cyclist Lotte Kopecky wins the 4th edition of the Paris-Roubaix women's race after an intense sprint finish against three Dutch riders. The SD Worx team excelled throughout the race, securing Kopecky's first place finish.
NSC holds course in formation, according to Omtzigt, despite call by D66 leader Jetten
At the initial official party congress of Nieuw Sociaal Contract, leader Omtzigt addressed concerns about working closely with the PVV, emphasizing that the party stands firmly behind its own ideology and will prioritize good governance and security in any new government. Meanwhile, at their own congress, D66 leader Jetten urged Nieuw Sociaal Contract to reconsider their alliance with the undemocratic one-man party of Geert Wilders, questioning their integrity and principles.
Summer in early April: in east and south over 25 degrees
Recordbreaking warmth sweeps the Netherlands, with the hottest April 6th ever recorded at the KNMI and the trend of fewer cold-day records continuing, according to NOS weather presenter Peter Kuipers Munneke.
Cycling, on the terrace or on the water: this is how the Netherlands experiences first warm day
Summer has arrived early in some parts of the Netherlands, with temperatures reaching above 25 degrees, making it the first warm day of the year.