As the annual Children's Book Week takes place in the Netherlands, parents are facing challenges in encouraging children to read due to the prevalence of smartphones and social media. The article explores effective strategies to help re-engage children with literature in a digital age.
Based on reporting by ad. Translated and condensed by LocalHeadlines.
A 2025 Antenne-monitor study reveals that young adults in Amsterdam are drinking less alcohol while the usage of drugs like 3-MMC and ketamine is increasing. This trend marks a significant shift in the nightlife habits of the younger generation.
The initiative Swimpact offers swimming lessons to newcomers and undocumented individuals at the Marnixbad in Amsterdam. These sessions focus on teaching essential water safety and swimming techniques to help participants overcome their fears and gain confidence.
A new special feature explores the personal stories of young cancer survivors through their tattoos. These individuals use permanent ink to symbolize their experiences with illness, highlighting themes of courage and loneliness.
Singer-songwriter Maaike Ouboter shares in a recent interview that she has stopped drinking alcohol while touring because it negatively affects her voice. She also discusses her new interest in boxing and her decision to embrace aging rather than using cosmetic procedures like Botox.
Eighty-two-year-old Dutch television personality Martin Gaus is facing serious health challenges, including Parkinson's disease and heart issues, which have led him to scale back his daily life. Gaus stated that he does not miss his former career in television, which he now views as a superficial world, and is instead focusing on living out his life in private with a sense of gratitude.
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