The Achterklap Podcast discusses controversy surrounding the introduction of an AI presenter for the Kids Top 20 program. Additionally, a new documentary about youth drug use is sparking significant public debate.
A court has ruled that a Ghanaian man with schizophrenia can remain in his supported housing facility in Amsterdam for now, despite his expired residence permit. The judge determined that evicting him without a suitable alternative would risk his physical and mental health, and ordered the municipality and the housing organization to find a more appropriate long-term solution.
This article provides a comprehensive guide to the summer festival season in Amsterdam for 2026. It highlights a variety of events, including techno, theater, and music performances, to help residents and visitors plan their summer activities.
Dutch DJ Martin Garrix announced his new collaborative single 'Fire Flies' with U2 during his performance at Tomorrowland in Antwerp on July 24. The track was debuted live on stage with an appearance by U2 guitarist The Edge.
In the 'Schermtijd' column, tech reporter Rutger Otto discusses a long-term project where teenagers are attempting to recreate the Netherlands within the game Minecraft. The endeavor has been ongoing for years, with participants acknowledging that the detailed reconstruction will never truly be finished.
Cas Reijnders discovered that his father was not his biological parent after a lighthearted investigation into his origins turned serious. He uncovered evidence of malpractice involving sperm donations at a fertility clinic in Elsendorp, which significantly impacted his entire family.