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Dutch search dog team to search for film producer Leysner in Suriname

A team of eight specialist search dogs from the Netherlands is being sent to Suriname to search for the missing film producer Leysner. The operation is funded by the victim's employer, Rudisa Internat...

Pope Leo once again one of the best-dressed people of the year

Pope Leo has been named one of the best-dressed people of the year by Vanity Fair for his unique blend of traditional vestments and modern accessories like Nike sneakers. This recognition follows prev...

Still running out of space at home? This foundation helps you declutter

The Ontspulknul foundation is helping residents in Vijfhuizen declutter their homes by collecting unwanted items and delivering them to thrift stores or waste centers. Supported by the local municipal...

Almere surprised by North Holland's future plans: 'This is essential'

The municipality of Almere is urging the province of North Holland to include the IJmeer connection between Almere and Amsterdam in its future infrastructure plans. This connection is considered essen...

"A wing and a prayer": why are there no traffic lights on the Elandsgracht?

The intersection of Elandsgracht and Marnixstraat in Amsterdam remains a high-risk area for cyclists, having experienced thirty accidents in five years. While the city has implemented various design i...

Hans and Ruud cherish their 1938 armored car replica: ‘Driving it must have been hell’

Brothers Hans and Ruud Bosman have spent over a decade recreating a 1938 armored vehicle. The pair plans to move their project to the War Museum in Overloon for public display after years of dedicated...

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Zomergasten (1988-2026) was like an intellectual pilgrimage – and hardly anyone managed to complete it anymore

The iconic Dutch television program Zomergasten is concluding its run after nearly forty years on the air. Once regarded as a vital experience for the cultural elite, the show served as a major Sunday...

Food Center Amsterdam

The historic Food Center in Amsterdam-West is being transformed into a new urban district called the Marktkwartier that blends residential living with commercial food supply operations. Artist Mirre Y...

Govert de Roos (73) photographed the stars, from Brood to Hazes: ‘For a session with André, I made sure there was a 24-pack of beer’

Photographer Govert de Roos reflects on his 71 years living in Amsterdam and his recent decision to move away. He discusses his experiences capturing famous figures and notes his observations regardin...

Number of Amsterdammers with private pools on the rise: Neighborhoods that were already wealthy are now becoming super-rich

A growing number of affluent Amsterdam residents are installing private swimming pools in their gardens or basements through extensive renovations. This trend is sparking discussions about extreme wea...

Lesley Gilliot (76) and his canary Michael Jackson are always together: ‘I brought that tradition with me from Suriname’

76-year-old Lesley Gilliot is a prominent figure in Amsterdam's Gerardus Majellakerk, where he facilitates a weekly support group called De Hangmannen. Having overcome a troubled past involving confli...

10 years of ZeeZout Festival: ‘The line-up of the first edition would be unaffordable now’

Founders Stijn Ceelen and Glenn Schonewille are celebrating the tenth anniversary of the ZeeZout festival this Saturday at the Tuinen van West in Amsterdam. The organizers highlighted that staying com...

Electric driving is the future, but can Amsterdam handle the rapid growth of electric vehicles?

Amsterdam is facing grid capacity challenges as the number of electric vehicles rises, particularly concerning the requirements for heavy-duty transport. To address these limitations, officials are co...

Summer fruit was widely available in early modern Amsterdam – but also considered dangerous by doctors

Early modern Amsterdam enjoyed a wide availability of summer fruits that were consumed by people across all social classes. However, doctors cautioned against overconsumption due to health concerns, o...

Skotoe, achenebbisj, bijgoochem – what do you think is the best Amsterdam word?

Het Parool is hosting the first Great Amsterdam Dictation on October 10th and is inviting the public to submit their favorite local words. The event highlights the evolution of Amsterdam's language, f...

Stefano (13) went to Germany with a firearm, fifty rounds, and two addresses – presumably for an attack on a Hells Angel

A 13-year-old boy from the Amsterdam region was arrested in Hamburg, Germany, after being found with a gun and fifty bullets. He allegedly intended to target a prominent Hells Angel member following r...

Rising homelessness in Amsterdam is also visible in hidden camps: It often starts with a single Decathlon tent

Informal tent encampments are appearing with increasing frequency along railway lines and highways on the outskirts of Amsterdam. These settlements, which often grow from single tents, highlight the c...

Feuding star presenters, unemployed pundits: it promises to be a turbulent year for talk shows

The past television season was marked by internal conflicts among star presenters, failed ambitious projects, and a surge in unemployed pundits. Industry experts anticipate that the upcoming year for ...

Jazz saxophonist Kika Sprangers (31) performs with nine vocalists at Amsterdam’s Dominicuskerk: ‘A choir can completely take you over’

Jazz saxophonist Kika Sprangers is launching a two-month tour across the Netherlands with a choir project titled Hera, featuring nine vocalists. The series of performances in local churches begins on ...