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Scientists warn: air pollution and heat increase risk of depression and anxiety

A new international scientific report indicates that exposure to environmental stressors such as air pollution, extreme heat, traffic noise, and a lack of green space is linked to an increased risk of...

Villa at Vondelpark for 20 million euros: It's like the Côte d'Azur

A detached villa located near Vondelpark in Amsterdam is currently the city's most expensive property on the market, listed for 20 million euros. While the home offers expansive living space and prime...

Minor directed 23-year-old in Rijsenhout bombing

A 23-year-old man and a minor suspect are accused of carrying out a professional bomb attack on a home in Rijsenhout last December. While the 23-year-old remains in custody, his defense has requested ...

Ahold Delhaize remains silent after ‘likely hack’, expert calls it clumsy: ‘Trust is damaged’

Ahold Delhaize is experiencing major operational issues and website outages following a suspected cybersecurity incident that began Monday. The company has faced criticism from experts for its lack of...

Domien Verschuuren is new voice-over for De Verhulstjes following death of Cees Geel

Domien Verschuuren will replace the late actor Cees Geel as the voice-over for the reality series De Verhulstjes. Geel, a well-known Dutch actor and voice artist, passed away in July at the age of 61.

Tolhuistuin garden in Amsterdam-Noord closed due to persistent nuisance

The Tolhuistuin garden in Amsterdam-Noord has closed its gates to the public due to persistent safety issues involving aggressive behavior and alcohol consumption. Director Anne Schaepman stated that ...

Staff discounts face the axe as industry associations take action

The Dutch government plans to eliminate the specific tax exemption for employee discounts starting January 1, 2027, as part of a measure to simplify tax rules and raise 127 million euros. A coalition ...

Thousands of Albert Heijn customers flee to Jumbo and Picnic: 'This will cost them millions'

Albert Heijn is facing a major cyber incident that has crippled its online platforms and customer services, causing thousands of shoppers to switch to rival grocery chains. Experts warn that the disru...

Amsterdam folk-pop duo Sarah Julia played shows with Neil Young and Alanis Morissette: 'A good way to gain experience'

Dutch sisters Sarah and Julia Nauta have evolved from Junior Songfestival contestants into a successful folk-pop duo with a growing international following. They recently performed as opening acts for...

Empty shelves threaten Albert Heijn following possible cyberattack

Albert Heijn is experiencing widespread operational disruptions, including empty store shelves and suspended online deliveries, after parent company Ahold Delhaize disabled systems due to a security i...

Two recovered Renoir paintings appear slightly damaged

Two stolen Renoir paintings worth up to 10 million euros were recovered in Marseille after being found hidden behind a wall. Although six suspects have been arrested, the artworks sustained damage, in...

Albert Heijn customers barely notice IT failure: Only gift cards not working

Supermarket chain Albert Heijn is facing a nationwide IT disruption, resulting in issues with discount systems and gift card processing. Despite the technical problems, which are being investigated as...

Rail sector aims to reduce track suicides: 'Look out for each other'

The rail industry in the Netherlands is launching new awareness campaigns to reduce suicides on train tracks by encouraging passengers and staff to look out for one another. Through improved communica...

From Asia to Amsterdam-Noord: photographer Jaap van den Beukel captures how people relate to their environment

Photographer Jaap van den Beukel is showcasing his work in a new exhibition titled In the Neighbourhood at Hotel Arena in Amsterdam. The collection features photographs and documentary film fragments ...

Tolhuistuin garden closed during the day due to persistent nuisance: We are removing mattresses and other junk from everywhere

Tobey Maguire officiates ex-wife's wedding weeks after their divorce

Actor Tobey Maguire officiated the wedding of his ex-wife Jennifer Meyer to billionaire heir Geoff Ogunlesi shortly after their divorce was legally finalized. The former couple, who split in 2016, hav...

Cyberattack causes cooling systems in French supermarkets to thaw

Multiple supermarket chains in France suffered a cyberattack that remotely disabled refrigeration systems, causing significant food spoilage. Meanwhile, the Dutch retail company Ahold Delhaize is faci...

Explosive destroys front door and mailbox in Haarlem

An explosive device detonated at a residence in Haarlem on Sunday night, destroying the front door and mailbox but causing no human injuries. Police are currently searching for a suspect who was seen ...

Help shape the future of living in Amsterdam

The city of Amsterdam is currently developing new residential plans to address the challenges of population growth and a changing housing market. Officials are inviting citizens to contribute their id...

Ajax is playing quite well but needs to start winning now

In the Branie podcast, Menno Pot and Daan Sutorius discuss Ajax's recent struggle to secure wins despite playing well. The team faces a demanding schedule ahead with both domestic and Conference Leagu...