The very first edition of HIT IT will come to Rotterdam on Saturday 29 October Ahoy† During this one-night program, professional athletes compete in kickboxing matches and celebrity guests also take part in the ring action as boxers. In addition, various domestic and foreign artists offer musical performances, complemented by spectacular entertainment. The evening will end with the main event: …
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Weightlifter Laurel Hubbard has become the first openly transgender athlete ever selected to compete in the Olympics. The 43-year-old will soon play for the New Zealand women’s team in Tokyo. “I am grateful and honored by the kindness and support extended to me by so many New Zealanders,” Hubbard said in a statement. She is considered one of the favorites …
Read More »The Netherlands sends 200 troops to Romania
The Netherlands send 200 soldiers to Romania. They will be part of a NATO combat unit led by France. Due to the Russian invasion of Ukraine, NATO wants to strengthen the eastern flank of the alliance. There are already “battlegroups” in the Baltic States and Poland, and they will also be created in Bulgaria, Hungary, Slovakia and Romania. That the …
Read More »First Black Female Chief Justice of the United States: ‘She broke the glass ceiling’ | Abroad
history/videoKetanji Brown Jackson becomes the first black woman to serve on the United States Supreme Court. The Senate has just decided. Foreign publishers Apr 7, 2022 Last update: 08-04-22, 09:31 Brown Jackson will replace liberal Justice Stephen Breyer. The composition of the Supreme Court will therefore remain the same as at present: six conservative judges against three progressive judges. Once …
Read More »China recognizes two international traditions against forced labor
Photo: ANP China on Wednesday recognized two international traditions against forced labor. It comes months after UN experts expressed concern over the country’s treatment of ethnic and religious minorities. This is mainly related to alleged abuses, including forced labor in the Xinjiang region. Will still play. Human rights groups estimate that at least one million Uyghurs and other Muslim minorities …
Read More »Brilliant Growth Shrink Just Eat-Takeaway for the First Time in Years
Dutch meal delivery company Just Eat-Takeaway, the parent company of Thuisbezorgd, was used to 10, 20 or sometimes 50% growth for years, but those days are over. Orders fell for the first time in years. Worldwide, the company processed 3 million orders less than a year ago and almost 10 million less than in the last quarter of 2021. During …
Read More »Go on an expedition and help Professor Nova Next!
Hi you there! Are you by any chance a bit curious? Pretty. Then come to Expedition NEXT in Franeker during the May holidays on Friday May 6: the National Science Festival for children aged 6 to 12. Go on an expedition and help Professor Nova Next!Professor Nova Next will come especially from the future to Franeker on Friday May 6 …
Read More »The Kapelle tennis hall will become the “padel paradise” from this summer | Sports in Zeeland
Padel seems to be catching up with tennis on all fronts and, following the rest of the country, the necessary padel courts are also being built in Zeeland. Until now, always one or two outside jobs in a tennis club, often to the detriment of a tennis court. ,,A covered center with six padel courts (one of which will be …
Read More »Macron’s small lead in the polls, important debate tonight
In the polls Macron takes the lead, but his lead is not very large. This is why the campaign is sometimes difficult. Macron tries to discredit Le Pen and present him as dangerous and extremist: this is how he wants to stand up against her. Le Pen is trying to turn the election into a “referendum” on Macron: she hopes …
Read More »Den Helder joins forces with World Tai Chi Day. “It will go around the world like a wave on April 30”
Members of Jian Aan Zee practice tai chi on the beach. Photo provided Professor Richard Zwaart sets a good example on the beach in Duinoord. Photo provided From our reporter Yesterday at 6:46 p.m. the Helder Excellent means of resistance to stress, Richard Zwart calls tai chi. On Saturday April 30, some members of his club Jian Aan Zee will …
Read More »“Prince Harry enjoys police protection in the Netherlands” | royals
It is the first time since the start of the sporting event that the prince has been dropped off on a public road and his transport has been shown. Harry’s safety has been controversial as the judge previously ruled the British prince will no longer enjoy police protection in his homeland since stepping down from royal duties two years ago. …
Read More »Solar Magazine – Amsterdam Power Grid Gets 29 New Distribution Stations to Meet Demand
Until 2035, Liander wants to build 29 new power plants in Amsterdam and expand 12 existing plants to meet electricity demand. The network manager and the municipality unveiled an action plan. Extending the power grid in a very densely built-up area like Amsterdam is a complex puzzle, according to Liander. In addition to building new power plants and expanding existing …
Read More »News: Mercedes-Benz presents the EQS SUV
The new EQS SUV shares its long wheelbase (3,210mm) with the EQS sedan, but is over 20cm taller. The dimensions in detail: 5,125/1,959/1,718 mm (length/width/height). The second row of seats is electrically adjustable as standard. The luggage compartment can hold up to four golf bags. A third row of seats with two additional single seats and various comfort features for …
Read More »Dutch floral artist to the Pope: “Flowers are for you”
He had the day of his life, flower arranger Piet van der Burg from Berkel en Rodenrijs. At Easter this year, he offered the sea of flowers in St. Peter’s Square in Rome and met the Pope. The meeting between floral artist and Pope Francis didn’t last long. “Then we were allowed to queue and the pope came in. When …
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US President Joe Biden on Tuesday made a strong call for reform of national election laws as Republicans in many states adjust voting procedures in their favor. “They want chaos to reign,” he said of the opposition party. “We want the people to rule.” Biden delivered his speech in the southern city of Atlanta, a stronghold of the black civil …
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