Sabrina Smals (47) was born deaf and lived in isolation for a long time. She hopes to get out more through volunteering: ‘I want to enter the outside world’

LAKS: Many exam noise complaints concern fatbikes

The Dutch National Action Committee for Students (LAKS) reports that nearly a third of the 430 noise complaints received during exams are related to fatbikes. Many of these complaints specifically involve loud fatbike alarms sounding on school grounds, disrupting students during their tests.

Fourth suspect convicted in connection with actor Matthew Perry's death

Film director Erik Fleming has been sentenced to two years in prison for distributing ketamine to actor Matthew Perry. Fleming is the fourth of five individuals to be convicted in connection with Perry's death, following previous sentences for two doctors and an individual known as the 'ketamine queen'.

Cruise ship Hondius now expected in Rotterdam on Monday

The cruise ship m/v Hondius is now expected to arrive at the Port of Rotterdam late Monday morning. Previously scheduled for Sunday night, the updated arrival time was confirmed by Oceanwide Expeditions and port authorities.

IJmuiden children's clothing store Boefjes closing after 10 years: ‘Unable to maintain the balance’

The children's clothing store Boefjes in IJmuiden is closing next month after more than a decade in business. Owner Karin Lina decided to shut down the shop to better balance her personal life and family commitments following several setbacks.

These seniors in Amsterdam North tell the municipality what can be improved in their neighborhood: ‘It is important to make our voices heard’