Stories from Rotterdam · Netherlands

A 25-minute traffic delay has been reported on the A16 highway between Rotterdam and Breda. The delay is specifically noted between Knobbeit-Oudijk and Knobbeit-Velperbroek.

A new aggressive mutation of Hantavirus has been reported. The Red Star cruise ship, which has Hantavirus cases, is currently undergoing trials in Spain's Canary Islands. Three passengers have died from the virus, and five others disembarked and were evacuated in Cabo Verde. The initial contagion is suspected to have occurred in Argentina, which has registered 1,000 Hantavirus cases this year. A symptomatic patient deteriorated during a flight to Johannesburg on April 25th. The WHO is working with multiple governments and partners on the response, prioritizing care for affected patients, safety and dignity for remaining passengers on the ship, and preventing further virus spread. The ship, identified as the epicenter of the health alert, is en route to the Canary Islands, expected to arrive Sunday without docking.

Feyenoord director Dennis de Kloeser is departing the club to join Monterrey in Mexico. He will serve as the sporting director for the Mexican club starting this coming summer. De Kloeser has previously worked in Mexico, according to the source.

The World Health Organization is tracking passengers following a death confirmed to be from Hantavirus on a Dutch cruise ship. The WHO warned of potential human-to-human transmission after three deaths and seven infections were reported on the Redias ship.

Feyenoord player Ayasse Ueda has scored 25 goals so far this season. The only player to score more in a single season for Feyenoord in the last 20 years was Graziano Pelle, who recorded 27 goals. Ueda is currently pursuing this scoring record.

The municipality of Rotterdam has terminated its partnership with ICT company Centric. This decision was made due to Centric allegedly violating agreements and repeatedly missing deadlines.

Magnum ice cream operates in a market with thin margins, and the company is focused on achieving revenue growth. This growth strategy requires influencing consumers to purchase their products. The company's product line includes items like Kalipso, Twister, Split, and Raketje.

Unilever plans to divest its ice cream division to focus on other business segments. The division currently holds a 20 percent global market share. The unit is valued at approximately 8 billion euros. The new entity will be named the Magnum Ice Cream Company.

An 80-year-old woman became trapped between a tram and the rails in Rotterdam this afternoon. The woman was taken to the hospital and remained conscious, according to a police spokesperson. The cause of the incident is currently unknown, according to regional broadcaster Rijnmond. Emergency services have freed the woman and transported her to a hospital. An 80-year-old woman became trapped under a tram on the Kol Singel in Rotterdam. Emergency responders removed her from under the vehicle and transported her to a hospital in urgent condition. The accident has caused disruption to tram traffic in the city.

An explosion occurred at the front door of a residence in Rotterdam on Wednesday night. The blast was followed by a fire that forced the occupants to flee the house. The residents stated to media that they have no connection to criminal activities or drug plantations.