paroolFeb 20, 2025, 02:00

Council supports free public transport for asylum seekers who volunteer

The Amsterdam city council has approved a pilot program for 2026 that provides free public transport to asylum seekers who volunteer, aiming to remove financial barriers to social integration. The six-month initiative will be evaluated for its effectiveness, alongside a supported proposal to research alternative identification systems for undocumented residents. Additionally, the council expressed its opposition to the criminalization of illegal stays to protect vulnerable populations within the city.

Politics Amsterdam Netherlands

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Holly Mae Brood stars in new Videoland series La Vida Barcelona

Actress Holly Mae Brood has been cast in the lead role of the new Videoland series titled "La Vida Barcelona." The streaming service announced on Thursday that filming for the production is currently taking place in Barcelona.

Hezbollah: Israel not safe as long as Lebanon is under attack

Hezbollah leader Naim Qassem warned that northern Israel will remain unsafe as long as Lebanese villages are targeted by Israeli bombings. He called for a complete ceasefire and the withdrawal of Israeli forces from Lebanon.

Milo (22) and Mels (23) lost a friend to suicide: 'It brought us closer together'

Milo Elfers and Mels Dings share how their friendship grew stronger after the tragic loss of a mutual friend to suicide. Their story is part of a series highlighting the significance of social bonds among young adults living in the Haarlem and Amsterdam regions.

BOOS celebrates tenth anniversary with special evening at AFAS Live

The BNNVARA program BOOS will celebrate its tenth anniversary with a special event at AFAS Live in September. Hosted by Tim Hofman, the evening will feature retrospective clips, stories, and discussions with the creators to look back on the show's history.

Castricum artist collective CAKtwo gets permanent spot in Muiderslot moat

The Castricum artist collective CAKtwo has secured a permanent location for their artwork, "WATERJUFFER," in the moat of Muiderslot in Muiden. The collective, comprised of Marina Pronk, Berend Wijers, and Fred Boon, has been active in the Castricum area for many years.