'Queen of water lilies' in bloom, Hortus Amsterdam extends opening hours

Chatting with a stranger: Margriet organizes Start the Conversation meetings at the Haarlem library

From September to November, the magazine Margriet is hosting 'Start the Conversation' events in local libraries to help reduce loneliness and facilitate new social connections. A meeting will be held in the city of Haarlem to encourage participants to interact with strangers in a comfortable environment.

Studio without a kitchen for 1,900 euros: "After a year, you've had enough of microwave meals"

A 22-square-meter studio in the center of Amsterdam is being offered for rent at 1,900 euros per month despite lacking a kitchen and washing machine. Experts suggest the rental price is legally non-compliant and targets international expats rather than local residents.

38 reports of physical violence during WorldPride: people spat on, pelted, and kicked

Hanneke Groenteman had to surrender driver's license after crashing into lamppost

87-year-old presenter Hanneke Groenteman had her driver's license suspended for three months following a collision with a lamppost. She is now legally permitted to drive again.

Arnold Schwarzenegger to release new self-help book in 2027

Actor Arnold Schwarzenegger has announced that his new self-help book, Better Every Day, will be released next year. The book serves as a sequel to his 2023 publication, Be Useful.