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'Oortjes' missed on King's Day, otherwise it's like Festival Week: 'Heemskerk has become very vibrant'
Residents in Heemskerk celebrated King's Day with a lively atmosphere that many compared to the town's annual local festival week. Despite missing some traditional elements, the event saw large crowds...
Family enjoys quality time as youngest daughter learns value of money by selling homemade jewelry for an e-bike
On King's Day, the Cobelens family set up a market stall on the Zaanenlaan in Haarlem to sell various items and homemade jewelry. The family participated to enjoy the festive atmosphere while helping ...
King's Day in Amsterdam passing without major incidents so far
King's Day celebrations in Amsterdam are currently proceeding without major incidents, according to local police. Authorities report that crowd levels are comparable to a typical busy night out, descr...
Overveen shows its talent on King’s Day
Residents of Overveen showcased their diverse skills during a talent-themed celebration held on King's Day. The event highlighted the community's creative spirit and local talent.
From flea markets to running: how the region celebrated King's Day
King's Day was celebrated across the region with various activities, ranging from flea markets in Aalsmeer and Badhoevedorp to a running event in Loosdrecht. The atmosphere was described as festive an...
Six drivers still detained after A12 blockade released
Six drivers who remained in custody following a blockade of the A12 highway on Saturday were released on Monday. The Dutch police confirmed that these were the last individuals being held in relation ...
Royal visit to Dokkum draws 21,000 people, mayor pleased
Approximately 21,000 people attended the royal family's visit to Dokkum on Monday. Mayor Johannes Kramer of Noardeast-Fryslân expressed satisfaction with the event, noting it was busy but well-manage...
First asylum seekers to arrive at Zeelandhallen shelter in Goes on Tuesday
Starting Tuesday, asylum seekers will be housed in the Zeelandhallen in Goes after the facility received official approval for use. The Dutch asylum agency COA announced the opening on Monday followin...
Toppling Trump, Netanyahu and Wilders
Participants at a Dutch King's Day flea market are using the event to raise money for various causes, including activities themed around political figures like Trump, Netanyahu, and Wilders. The tradi...
Small fire at Rembrandtplein restaurant, four people taken to hospital for observation
Municipality of Breda: city center square full
The Havermarkt square in Breda has reached its capacity during King's Day celebrations, prompting the municipality to implement a one-in, one-out policy. Authorities suggest that visitors move to othe...
Utrecht: Stadhuisplein and Oudkerkhof full due to crowds
The municipality of Utrecht has closed Stadhuisplein and Oudkerkhof to new visitors after the squares reached maximum capacity. Authorities also reported high levels of crowding at other city center l...
British Parliament votes on investigation into misleading by Starmer
The British Parliament is scheduled to vote on Tuesday regarding a potential investigation into Prime Minister Keir Starmer. The inquiry will determine whether Starmer misled the House of Commons, eit...
Building briefly squatted on busy Prinsengracht
Vanished: Haarlem’s EHS lasted nearly ninety years
The Haarlem football club Eendracht Houdt Stand (EHS) is featured in a series about defunct sports organizations. The club existed for nearly ninety years before merging with another entity in 2004.
Pirate boat, the 1988 Dutch national team and a cowboy on a hobby horse: ‘It’s often a party in Spaarndam anyway’
Spaarndam celebrated its 100th costumed parade on King's Day, featuring a variety of creative entries including a pirate boat and a tribute to the 1988 Dutch national football team. The festive proces...
Sharon sells clothes on King's Day between chemotherapy treatments: ‘I’ll be new again soon, then I’ll have a new body’
Sharon, a 56-year-old woman from IJmuiden undergoing chemotherapy, participated in the King's Day flea market to sell clothes and seek social connection. She used the national holiday as an opportunit...
Building squatted on busy Prinsengracht, police proceed to immediate eviction
On King's Day, a group of 20 to 30 squatters occupied a building on the Prinsengracht in Amsterdam, displaying banners with anti-capitalist messages. Police caught the group in the act and immediately...
In pictures | How the royal family celebrated King's Day in Dokkum, Friesland
King Willem-Alexander celebrated his 59th birthday with the Dutch royal family during King's Day festivities in Dokkum, Friesland. The event featured highlights such as music performances, ice skating...
Bystanders rescue drowning person from Realengracht on Western Islands
Two bystanders rescued a man from drowning after he fell into the Realengracht in Amsterdam on Wednesday afternoon. The man was transported to the hospital in a hypothermic state, and authorities are ...