The history of the name “Grand Prix” may be confusing, but it is very interesting. The official language of Formula 1 these days is English, so why do we still call it a Grand Prix, which is French for Grand Prix? Ahead of the F1 race at Circuit Paul Ricard in France this weekend, we’re diving deep into the books …

In the monumental setting of the Grote Kerk Veere, the festival will open on Friday 26 August with the Dutch premiere of choreographer Sidi Larbi Cherkaoui’s new show, Vlaemsch (chez moi). It is an honor for the Zeeland Nazomerfestival that the internationally renowned choreographer has chosen this location and the festival for the premiere. Cherkoui is not the only premiere …

Ford plans to cut up to 8,000 jobs in the coming weeks. For example, the American automaker wants to increase its profits and accelerate the switch to electric motors. Bloomberg reports this, citing unnamed sources. In March, Ford split its operations into two business segments: “Ford Model e” focuses on electric cars, “Ford Blue” on combustion engine cars. It is …

About 100 million Americans, living from New York to Las Vegas, will see dangerous heat indices well above 100 degrees Fahrenheit (38 C) and be covered by heat warnings and advisories all day, said the National Weather Service (NWS). He advised people to stay indoors, avoid strenuous activity and stay hydrated with plenty of fluids. “Take extra precautions if you …

Under this program, Dutch system providers, growers and knowledge institutions can work together to accelerate the automation of fruit growing and greenhouses, in line with the joint international economic agenda of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (BZ) and the Ministry of Economic Affairs and Climate (EZK). It is a long-term strategy to develop cooperation between the Netherlands and the United …

The criminal case against Steve Bannon began Tuesday in Washington, reports PA. Bannon is the former adviser to US President Donald Trump. He is charged with contempt of parliament for deliberately ignoring a congressional subpoena and publicly insulting the government. He also refused to provide the court with the requested documents. Both counts carry a prison sentence of 30 days …

The current fire stations in Wemeldinge and Kapelle date from 1904 and 1935. They are very outdated, which is why the city council decided last year to replace the buildings. But the buildings of the municipal workshop on the Dijkwelseweg, where the external service is located, will also have to be demolished. “Making existing buildings more sustainable is not cost …

American footballers qualified for the 2024 Olympic Games in Paris on the night of Monday to Tuesday (Dutch time). The United States took the ticket by winning the Concacaf women’s championship at the expense of the Canadian Olympic champion (1-0). Alex Morgan scored the decisive goal in Mexico in the finals using a penalty after a foul on Rose Lavelle. …

Reuters ONS News•Tuesday, June 14, 10:05 a.m. The floods have caused extensive damage in Yellowstone National Park in the western United States. As a result, the park, popular with tourists, was closed to visitors for the first time in 34 years. The flooding was the result of heavy rain and a rapidly melting snow cover. Reports have been received of …

As the only foreign player at this World Cup, her photo sits prominently in the Amsterdam clubhouse. Kira Horn played for the best club in the capital last season. For the Germany international, the first phase of the tournament felt like a home game. With a grin from ear to ear, Horn sat down at one of the picnic tables …