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Tens of thousands in Haarlem for Liberation Day, festival queue grows

Tens of thousands in Haarlem for Liberation Day, festival queue grows

Tens of thousands of people are gathering in Haarlem today for the annual Bevrijdingspop festival to celebrate Liberation Day in the Haarlemmerhout. Authorities have introduced measures to manage the large crowds as visitors continue to arrive by train at the city station.

Bevrijdingspop: searching for a nice spot next to the nettles. 'A highlight is when Matthy from the Bankzitters winks at me'

Bevrijdingspop: searching for a nice spot next to the nettles. 'A highlight is when Matthy from the Bankzitters winks at me'

Bevrijdingspop, a major liberation festival in the Netherlands, began with a calm atmosphere as attendees gathered at the festival grounds. The event features various performers, including Matthy from the Bankzitters, and is traditionally held in Haarlem.

Hélène Hendriks still recovering from back surgery: 'Just want to deliver'

Hélène Hendriks still recovering from back surgery: 'Just want to deliver'

Presenter Hélène Hendriks is recovering from major back surgery she underwent last year while continuing her professional work. The 45-year-old told AD that she is committed to fulfilling her duties despite her ongoing rehabilitation.

Ecumenical Ascension Day celebration in Wijk aan Zee supports children with speech impairments in Ukraine

Ecumenical Ascension Day celebration in Wijk aan Zee supports children with speech impairments in Ukraine

An ecumenical tent service will be held on the Dorpsweide in Wijk aan Zee on Thursday, May 14, to celebrate Ascension Day. Participating leaders from local churches and the Salvation Army are organizing the event to support children with speech impairments in Ukraine.

The name Telstar was born at the Zwart family business in the port of IJmuiden: ‘It was a great time. Spectators even sat in the trees’

The name Telstar was born at the Zwart family business in the port of IJmuiden: ‘It was a great time. Spectators even sat in the trees’

Jack and Ton Zwart recount the origins of the Telstar football club's name and logo, which were created at their family business in the IJmuiden harbor 63 years ago. Jack designed the iconic logo, while Ton continues to be a shareholder in the club today.