Author and entrepreneur Gisele Azad has written a book titled Thuis about her life journey, which included fleeing Iran and moving from city life to a secluded house in Drenthe. She reflects on her past career and her personal search for a sense of belonging and simplicity.
Based on reporting by parool. Translated and condensed by LocalHeadlines.
Mariska Schaefer was honored with a surprise celebration in Amsterdam's Jordaan neighborhood to mark the 25th anniversary of her traditional candy shop. Friends, family, and local children gathered to celebrate her long-standing commitment to the community and her role as a mentor to local youth.
Ajax Legends and FC Barcelona Legends will face each other in a charity match at the sold-out Johan Cruijff Arena this Sunday. The event aims to raise funds for the Johan Cruyff Foundation to support sports projects for children.
Singer Lily Allen says her teenage daughters feel both proud and embarrassed by her career and provocative performances. Allen acknowledges their discomfort but maintains that her work is necessary to provide for her family and allows her to share personal life experiences.
Sinterklaas held an early arrival celebration in Amsterdam's Tuindorp Oostzaan neighborhood today, featuring a boat landing and a parade in a convertible. The event concluded in the afternoon, setting the stage for the official citywide Sinterklaas arrival scheduled for tomorrow morning.
The municipality of Amsterdam is hosting an international design competition for the new OBA Next library in the Kraaiennest area, which will also feature housing and community facilities. Although the project aims to involve local residents through open studios and jury participation, some community members have criticized a perceived lack of transparency in the planning process.
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