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Ajax and Barcelona honor Johan Cruyff with Legacy Match at the Johan Cruyff Arena
Ajax and Barcelona will play a tribute match in the Johan Cruijff Arena on November 15, 2026, to honor Johan Cruijff ten years after his passing. Proceeds from the event will benefit the Johan Cruyff ...
Nearly 1.6 million viewers for Televizier-Ring, 600,000 fewer than last year
The Gouden Televizier-Ring Gala recorded nearly 1.6 million viewers, a decrease of 600,000 compared to last year's broadcast. Despite the decline, the event was the most-watched program of the day, wi...
Most questions from Amsterdammers to the Legal Counter are about tenancy law
Tenancy law is the primary reason residents of Amsterdam seek assistance from the Juridisch Loket, accounting for nearly 20 percent of all inquiries. Tenants frequently struggle with maintenance issue...
Autumn break in Haarlem: this is the weather forecast
As the autumn school break begins in Haarlem, the recent period of warm, sunny weather is coming to an end. Meteorologists predict a more unsettled week ahead with cooler temperatures, frequent shower...
DI-RECT honors deceased family members on new album: 'This is how we keep them alive'
The Dutch band DI-RECT honors deceased family members on their new album, I: Keep The Fire On, using music as a way to process personal grief. The record serves as the first chapter of a planned trilo...
Wereldmuseum opens exhibition on disco: from dance floor to fight for rights
The Wereldmuseum is opening an exhibition on October 10, 2026, that explores the history and cultural impact of disco music. The display highlights how the genre evolved from underground clubs into a ...
The advantage of having zero viewers is that Buzz can quit without anyone noticing
The Net 5 talkshow Buzz is struggling to find an audience, with ratings so low they are effectively unrecorded. The program, which aims to mimic the casual nature of a group chat, remains largely unno...
Pieter (64) could no longer afford high rent and ended up on the street: I was just surviving
After suffering a series of financial setbacks, 64-year-old Pieter Willems lost his home and was forced to live on the streets. He is now joining a protest in Amsterdam to raise awareness about the wo...
Dutch industry grows by 12 percent in August, largest increase in over four years
Dutch industrial production surged by 12 percent in August, marking its highest growth rate in over four years. This upward trend, following a 9.3 percent increase in July, is largely driven by a high...
Visit the 'Pre-ADE Market', do yoga at the Thomas Church or go to a lunch concert at the Concertgebouw: what to do in Amsterdam this week
Amsterdam is hosting a wide variety of events this week, including theatrical performances, art exhibitions, and the 40th edition of the Cinekid film festival. Residents can also participate in neighb...
Haarlem city treasury grew last year: nearly 380 million euros in cash
The municipality of Haarlem saw its financial reserves grow to nearly 380 million euros by the end of 2025, reaching its highest level since 2016. This growth is driven by higher-than-expected revenue...
Netherlands wants to curb EU budget, but Europe needs more money
The Netherlands is urging for significant cuts to the European Commission's proposed 2,000 billion euro long-term budget, favoring a shift toward innovation and defense. While the Commission aims to r...
The Men's March reminds me of cavemen standing in bear skins in front of their cave
The Mannenmars, organized by Wild and Sacred Men, is scheduled for October 10 in Amsterdam to promote a cultural shift in male behavior toward protecting women. However, the event has sparked debate b...
Amsterdam schools take Purple Friday more seriously due to decline in LGBTQ+ acceptance: ‘We feel the need even more strongly’
A record 3,130 schools across the Netherlands are observing Purple Friday to support LGBTQ inclusion amid a recent, concerning decline in student acceptance rates. Amsterdam schools remain committed t...
Willem de Haan (81) documented the lives of Jewish Concertgebouw Orchestra musicians: Conductor Mengelberg had nothing to do with them being placed on a protected list
Emeritus professor Willem de Haan has begun documenting the lives of seventeen Jewish musicians who performed with the Concertgebouworkest during the Second World War. His research aims to honor those...
From forbidden profession to established guild: this triangular building on the Nieuwezijds Voorburgwal housed the Brokers' Guild for centuries
The Amsterdam Brokers Guild, originally faced with legal prohibitions in the 15th century, evolved into a well-established organization that commissioned its own historic headquarters on the Nieuwezij...
These are all the winners of the 2026 Gouden Televizier-Ring Gala
The 2026 Gouden Televizier-Ring Gala celebrated top Dutch television talent and programming across multiple categories. Nominees and winners were recognized for their work in acting, presenting, and i...
SBS6 show De Bondgenoten wins Gouden Televizier-Ring
The SBS6 reality show De Bondgenoten has won the Gouden Televizier-Ring, with host Jan Versteegh also receiving the award for Best Presenter. Other notable winners included Annet Malherbe for acting, ...
Video | Jan Versteegh, Daan Alferink and Even tot hier win awards at Televizier gala
Jan Versteegh, Daan Alferink, and the program Even tot hier were among the winners during the Televizier-gala awards ceremony. The event also featured an honorary lifetime achievement award presented ...
City to grow to 1.08 million residents by 2050, with fewer families and a rapidly aging population
Amsterdam is projected to reach 1.08 million residents by 2050, driven primarily by international migration. However, the city faces challenges from a rapidly aging population and a housing market tha...
MPs must return Thursday evening for vote on rainbow flag
Members of the Dutch House of Representatives must return to The Hague on Thursday night for a vote on displaying a rainbow flag for Coming Out Day. The roll-call vote was requested by the SGP after a...
Jan Versteegh wins Televizier-Ring for Best Presenter
Jan Versteegh has won the Televizier-Ring award for Best Presenter, marking his first success in this category. The ceremony also saw the online series PaardenpraatTV receive the award for best youth ...
In pictures | What the stars are wearing at the Gouden Televizier-Ring Gala in Amsterdam
The Gouden Televizier-Ring Gala, a major Dutch television awards event, is taking place in Amsterdam. The article highlights the fashion choices of the celebrities attending the ceremony.
Weekend tips: things to do in Haarlem (October 9-11)
Haarlem is hosting a variety of community activities from October 9 to 11, including artisan markets, nature walks, and early evening social events. The program also features family-friendly theater p...
Cabinet wants prison sentences for Hamas support, but Dam Square banner is officially not punishable. How does that work?
Protesters in Amsterdam were seen displaying a banner in support of Hamas, yet the Public Prosecution Service determined that their actions were not legally punishable. In response, the Dutch cabinet ...
For five years, Stephan Vanfleteren (57) captured the sea along the French and Belgian coast, sometimes at the risk of his own life
Photographer Stephan Vanfleteren has unveiled his five-year project, Transcripts of a Sea, at the Scheepvaartmuseum in Amsterdam. The exhibition captures the rugged coastline from Northern France to t...
Major fire in Olympic Stadium parking garage
A large fire broke out in the parking garage of the Olympic Stadium in Amsterdam early this morning, prompting a massive emergency response. Authorities are advising local residents to keep windows an...
Live | Stars arrive on blue carpet for Gouden Televizier-Ring Gala
The Gouden Televizier-Ring Gala is being held tonight at the Koninklijk Theater Carre in Amsterdam to honor outstanding Dutch television programs. The ceremony, featuring nominees such as Kassa and De...
Many fire trucks called to fire in Olympic Stadium parking garage
A large fire broke out in the parking garage beneath the Olympic Stadium in Amsterdam-Zuid, triggering a massive emergency response. Firefighters are currently struggling to access a blaze located in ...
Heinen has enough ways out of the box 3 swamp, but they all hurt
Finance Minister Eelco Heinen faces a difficult challenge in navigating the ongoing controversy surrounding box 3 taxation. He must find a solution while balancing political pressure from his own part...