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Performance about manosphere on football pitch: "As a man, I'm not used to being vulnerable"
Theater makers Rory de Groot and Marjolein Frijling have created "PLAY // NO PLAY," an audio-performance featuring young soccer players from club SDW in Amsterdam West. The production explores modern ...
Ajax coach Óscar García calls it a disgrace that Heerenveen match was not suspended: ‘That shows no respect’
Ajax coach Óscar García criticized the decision to continue their match against SC Heerenveen despite heavy rainfall that left the pitch unplayable. He stated that the conditions were a disgrace and...
Commentary: Concerts and festivals are pricing themselves out of the market
Ticket sales for major events like Harry Styles' residency at the Johan Cruijff Arena and several summer festivals are seeing a decline compared to previous years. The trend suggests that high prices ...
Disappointing Ajax drop into Conference League play-offs after draw
Ajax was held to a 0-0 draw by sc Heerenveen, forcing the club into the Conference League play-offs after a disappointing season. The match was played under heavy rainfall, and the result means Ajax m...
Lining up for Baantjer's autograph: How De Cock made a busy Nieuw-Vennep police station cheer
The article discusses the regional connections of the iconic Dutch detective character De Cock and his creator, Appie Baantjer. Despite being synonymous with Amsterdam, the series also held significan...
Fight between Ajax and Feyenoord supporters along A28, car set on fire
Supporters of football clubs Ajax and Feyenoord clashed at a gas station along the A28 highway on Sunday afternoon, resulting in a car being set on fire. Police are currently investigating the inciden...
Time stands still in GVB tram depot attic: "We'll stay here until we kick the bucket"
Since 1967, the GVB model building club has met in the attic of a tram depot in Amsterdam South, where current and former employees maintain miniature versions of the city's trams and buildings. While...
Free sourdough starter, fatbike ban and more news from this week
This week's updates from Amsterdam highlight local news including a free sourdough starter giveaway and a new ban on fat bikes in the Vondelpark. The report provides a concise overview of recent commu...
Relegation temporarily avoided: United/DAVO celebrate draw against bottom-placed Vlug en Vaardig as if they won the championship
United/DAVO avoided direct relegation from the fourth class following a 3-3 draw against Vlug en Vaardig in their final league match of the season. To secure their position, the team coached by Serdal...
Gaasperdammertunnel partially closed after accident
The Gaasperdammertunnel in Amsterdam-Zuidoost was partially closed on Monday morning following a car accident that left one vehicle heavily damaged. Emergency services, including two ambulances, respo...
All the scenarios: How Ajax can still avoid the play-offs this afternoon
Ajax faces a decisive final matchday against Heerenveen, with multiple scenarios determining their European qualification status for next season. Depending on their own result and those of rivals FC T...
Funda gem: own a harbor crane in Amsterdam for 875,000 euros
A giant harbor crane on the KNSM-eiland in Amsterdam has been put up for sale on the housing platform Funda for 875,000 euros. The unique property offers a distinctive alternative to traditional resid...
Suspect in explosions at Polish supermarket in Beverwijk released. New development puts appeal on edge
A 31-year-old Amsterdam resident, previously sentenced to eight years for his involvement in explosions at Polish supermarkets, has been released from pretrial detention to await his appeal at home. T...
Crowds at Bijlmer Arena station after three concerts, including Harry Styles
Following three simultaneous concerts in Amsterdam, including a performance by Harry Styles, Station Bijlmer Arena experienced severe overcrowding and a brief temporary closure on Monday night. The st...
Harry Styles kicks off Arena concert series to loud cheers
British singer Harry Styles kicked off his concert series at the Johan Cruijff ArenA in Amsterdam on Saturday night. Thousands of fans greeted the artist with deafening cheers as he performed the open...
Minor stabs man after argument in home on Stuyvesantstraat in De Baarsjes
A minor boy stabbed a man following an argument inside a residence on Stuyvesantstraat in Amsterdam's De Baarsjes district. The victim was taken to the hospital while conscious, and although the suspe...
After three days of camping, it's finally time for the 'Harries': "It was cold and rainy"
Fans of Harry Styles have begun entering the Johan Cruijff Arena in Amsterdam for the first of ten scheduled concerts after camping outside for up to three days in cold and rainy weather. Local busine...
Police warn about WhatsApp 'girl houses', girls sharing personal photos
Police in Amsterdam are warning about 'WhatsApp girls' houses,' where children as young as 11 share personal photos and videos that may be monitored by anonymous adults. These channels often require a...
Disbelief among watch hunters on PC Hooftstraat after sale cancelled: 'Shame it wasn't better organized'
A highly anticipated sale of an exclusive watch collection in Amsterdam's P.C. Hooftstraat was cancelled this morning due to safety concerns. Dozens of people had camped outside for days to purchase t...
Another ferry to the Amsterdamse Bos faces closure: 'It would be a great shame'
The 'Ome Piet' ferry service connecting Badhoevedorp to the Amsterdamse Bos is at risk of shutting down as its volunteer skippers retire without finding successors. Coupled with potential subsidy cuts...
Iraqi man detained for attacks on Jewish school and Atrium on the Zuidas
An Iraqi national has been arrested for allegedly coordinating a series of attacks on Jewish institutions across Europe, including targets in Amsterdam and other Dutch cities. The suspect, linked to a...
Joep (24) reaches play-offs for first time with Pinoké: ‘That’s what I came back for’
The Pinoké field hockey team has qualified for the Dutch national championship play-offs for the first time since the 2022/23 season. Striker Joep Troost has played a key role in the team's success t...
Thrift store worker Francis believes both items and people deserve a second chance
In the second season of "Kringlopen met Francis," host Francis Broekhuijsen explores thrift stores and recycling projects across North Holland to highlight how both items and people receive second cha...
Rare Swatch sale spirals out of control: stores in Amsterdam, Utrecht, and Leidschendam remain closed
The release of a rare Audemars Piguet x Swatch watch was canceled on Saturday morning due to extreme crowds at several store locations. Branches in Amsterdam, Utrecht, and Leidschendam remained closed...
Mystery in the East: why are these trees suddenly wearing knitted sweaters?
Residents in Amsterdam-Oost have noticed that several trees in the neighborhood are now decorated with colorful, knitted sweaters. This urban phenomenon has sparked curiosity among locals about the or...
Departing alderman Groot Wassink: "I'm not so left-wing, the country has moved to the right"
After twenty years in Amsterdam politics, GroenLinks alderman Rutger Groot Wassink is stepping down, reflecting on his career and the rightward shift in Dutch politics. While he is leaving his current...
Renee van Asten (19) nominated for Johan Cruyff Talent of the Year award
19-year-old Ajax player Renee van Asten has been nominated for the Johan Cruijff Talent of the Year award following her breakthrough season. The nomination recognizes her individual achievements and d...
How heated will the National Protest be, including in Haarlem? Anti-asylum center protesters potentially drowned out by counter-protest
A national protest against asylum seeker centers is scheduled to take place this Saturday across eight Dutch provincial capitals, including Haarlem and Amsterdam. Local residents supporting the center...
Harry Styles fans already camping at Johan Cruijff ArenA: where to grab a quick bite without losing your spot
Fans of Harry Styles have begun camping outside the Johan Cruijff ArenA in Amsterdam as early as Wednesday for his upcoming Saturday concert. The dedicated attendees are enduring rain and long waits t...
Queuing for days for a trendy watch, but mostly for resale: Can make a lot of money
A large crowd has gathered in Amsterdam's P.C. Hooftstraat to queue overnight for the release of an exclusive 400-euro watch, which many hope to resell for significant profit. Resellers and collectors...