The traditional New Year’s dive in Scheveningen has been canceled due to strong winds, affecting coastal locations across the Netherlands. Despite the weather, other events like the national marathon skating championships and Michael van Gerwen’s quarterfinal match in the World Darts Championship continue. Additionally, Poland takes over the EU presidency from Hungary, and Bulgaria and Romania officially join the Schengen Area. As celebrations continue worldwide with fireworks, local incidents mar New Year’s Eve festivities in the Netherlands.