There has been sabotage of train traffic in France overnight, causing major delays and cancellations. The railroad company SNCF is trying to use drones and extra security to control the situation, and the French government is taking the sabotage actions very seriously. However, it is not yet clear who is behind the sabotage and why.
Seven people have been arrested in Belgium for allegedly planning a terrorist attack, while two Russians have been arrested in Germany for trying to raise money for the terrorist organization IS in other European countries. The arrests were made as a precaution ahead of the start of the Olympic Games in Paris, even though there were no specific threats to the event.
The new Dutch government plans to increase the cost of childcare for working parents by 2026, which could save 250 million euros. This move diverges from the previous proposal of almost free childcare, which faced criticism from childcare companies and concerns about its feasibility.
A Filipino oil tanker with over a million liters of fuel on board has sunk off the coast of the Philippines, causing concern for a potential large oil spill. One crew member has died and 16 others were rescued by the coast guard, with efforts underway to prevent an environmental disaster.
Dutch hockey players eagerly await the start of the Olympic tournament, passing the time by spotting and taking photos with other top athletes in the Olympic village. The coach, Paul van Ass, is proud of his team for meeting and taking photos with stars like Rafael Nadal, Carlos Alcaraz, and Simone Biles.
Police concerned as number of dangerous drug labs increases across Netherlands, resulting in multiple fatalities and injuries. Drug criminals lack knowledge and expertise, causing explosions and fires in residential areas. Residents warned to report suspicious activity to authorities.