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Homes evacuated due to major fire at Vught restaurant

A large fire broke out at a restaurant in Vught early Sunday morning around 3:30 AM. Several nearby homes were evacuated due to the dense building structures, and displaced residents are currently bei...

Lodewijk Asscher: Every day the AOW turd remains on the table is wasted time

Lodewijk Asscher, a former PvdA leader and key architect of the Dutch pension agreement, has criticized the government for its indecision regarding the AOW state pension age. He expressed frustration ...

Major maintenance at Schiphol causes weeks of disruption again. Why is it allowed?

Sharp DVVA ends unbeaten run of sluggish Hoofddorp: 'Maybe a bit of underestimation'

Hoofddorp suffered its first defeat of 2026 after losing 1-2 to Amsterdam-based side DVVA, ending a six-game unbeaten streak. The visitors outperformed the home team in sharpness, bringing an end to H...

Motorist injured in crash with significant damage in Overveen, Zeeweg closed

A car driver was injured on Saturday evening after veering off the road on the Zeeweg (N200) in Overveen. The accident resulted in significant vehicle damage and led to the temporary closure of the ro...

Women's team secure first World Cup qualifying win against Ireland

The Dutch women's national football team secured their first World Cup qualifying victory with a 2-1 win over Ireland in Utrecht. Lineth Beerensteyn scored both goals for the Netherlands, including th...

Hillegom strikes late against Olympia Haarlem: 'In 85 minutes we gave away almost no chances'

In a recent football match, Hillegom secured a 1-3 victory against Olympia Haarlem by scoring three goals in the final five minutes. Despite leading 1-0 for most of the game, the Haarlem-based team su...

After another poor performance, Jordi Cruijff must answer whether interim coach Fred Grim can stay at Ajax

Following a 3-1 defeat against Groningen, pressure is mounting on Ajax interim coach Fred Grim. New technical director Jordi Cruijff must now decide on Grim's future as he begins his official duties o...

Part of Wildlands Emmen zoo closed after suspected bird flu case

Part of Wildlands Adventure Zoo in Emmen has been closed following a suspected bird flu outbreak. The Dutch Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries, Food Security and Nature is investigating the situation ...

Pro-Palestinian meeting with UN rapporteur, counter-protest at entrance

Approximately 400 people attended a pro-Palestinian meeting featuring UN rapporteur Francesca Albanese at the Dominicuskerk in Amsterdam. The event was met by a small group of pro-Israel counter-demon...

Hard-working Koninklijke HFC fight past relegation candidates IJsselmeervogels to move into mid-table

Koninklijke HFC secured their third consecutive 1-0 victory under new coach Pieter Mulders by defeating relegation candidate IJsselmeervogels at home. This win successfully moves the Haarlem-based clu...

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The Dutch coalition faced internal conflict over actions by VVD Minister Heinen even before the official government policy statement was delivered. This tension underscores the underlying suspicion am...

Food bank in East must close: If this shuts, I won't make ends meet

Stichting Tweede Kans, a food bank and thrift store in Amsterdam-Oost, faces closure as its current building is scheduled for demolition in three months. The foundation is struggling to find an afford...

What usually takes months done in 24 hours: how KLM organized rapid repatriation flights from the Gulf region

KLM successfully organized rapid repatriation flights to bring back hundreds of stranded travelers from the Gulf region to Schiphol airport. The complex logistics, which usually take months to arrange...

Ajax fan buses pelted by FC Groningen supporters, riot police intervene

Ajax supporter and player buses were pelted with objects by FC Groningen fans following a match, leading to an intervention by riot police. At least one arrest was made as a confrontation broke out be...

Zita Pels (GroenLinks) wants to tackle slumlords: "I’m done being nice"

GroenLinks leader Zita Pels has announced plans to crack down on predatory landlords in Amsterdam to combat high housing costs and market exploitation. Reflecting on her term as alderwoman, she also e...

I am ashamed of my kind

In her weekly column for AlleTijd, Dutch journalist Lisanne van Sadelhoff addresses the contrast between the fatal consequences of war and its transformation into social media content. She explores th...

From servant to plantation owner: Haarlem women played key role in colonial era. ‘Women took matters into their own hands’

In honor of International Women's Day, several women from Haarlem are being recognized for their significant roles during the colonial era. These figures include women who managed trading companies af...

Jamie is very happy working in the fish trade: 'The men here helped me learn how to fillet'

Jamie Dijkhuizen, a 21-year-old from IJmuiden, is one of the few women working as a fish filleter at the company Hokkai Suisan. She expresses great satisfaction with her career choice and credits her ...

Caregiving is still a woman's task: 'Men are seriously shortchanging themselves'

Only 10 percent of fathers in the Netherlands share caregiving responsibilities equally with their partners, leaving the majority of domestic work to women. Experts suggest this imbalance is detriment...

Ajax suffer fourth Eredivisie defeat at FC Groningen

Ajax suffered their fourth Eredivisie defeat of the season after losing 3-1 to FC Groningen on Saturday. The result ended a six-match losing streak for the home side while marking a significant loss f...

How did it go again with Jesus, the kiss and the cross? Seven questions about TV spectacle ‘The Passion’

The Dutch television event 'The Passion' is retelling the Easter story this year with the theme 'Come closer,' emphasizing the importance of mutual attention. For the first time, the broadcast origina...

Ajax suffers another blow in battle for second place, pressure on coach Fred Grim mounts

Ajax suffered a 3-1 defeat against FC Groningen, damaging their chances of securing second place in the league. The loss has increased pressure on coach Fred Grim as rival club Feyenoord looks to exte...

Herculesstraat residents on explosion and fire: 'The blast was so loud the front door ended up in the living room'

Seniors in Hillegom feel safe and happy, but room for improvement remains

Most elderly residents in Hillegom report feeling safe and happy in their current living situation. Despite this satisfaction, approximately one-quarter of seniors are considering moving within the ne...

Fire in Haarlem home on Vergierdeweg likely caused by bicycle battery

A fire broke out in a house on Vergierdeweg in Haarlem on Saturday afternoon. The cause of the blaze is suspected to be a bicycle battery.

From market to supermarket? Haarlem's Groentedoeners start in Kweektuin

The Kweekmarkt has launched at the Haarlem Kweektuin, introducing the 'Groentedoeners' cooperative which aims to establish a member-run sustainable supermarket. The group currently operates a monthly ...

Look for deductions: how to ensure the lowest possible tax bill

Tax season has begun for approximately 9.4 million people in the Netherlands, who must now file their annual returns. Taxpayers are encouraged to identify eligible deductions, such as healthcare expen...

Shadow over May and summer holidays, regional travel agents notice: 'People are playing it safe, just like during the pandemic'

The conflict in the Middle East is causing travelers to reconsider their holiday plans for May and the summer, leading to a rise in cautious booking behavior similar to the COVID-19 pandemic. Travel a...

Berendsen finds Russian participation in Paralympics 'incomprehensible'

Dutch Foreign Minister Tom Berendsen criticized Russia's participation in the Paralympic Games under its own flag, calling it "incomprehensible" while the country continues its attacks on Ukraine. Ber...