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SP wants to scrap deductible for medical care after sexual violence
The Socialist Party (SP) has proposed eliminating the health insurance deductible for medical assistance following sexual violence. Member of Parliament Sarah Dobbe stated that financial costs should ...
Energy company ONE-Dyas ramps up gas production from North Sea field with second well
Dutch energy company ONE-Dyas has increased gas production in the North Sea by activating a second production well at the N05-A platform. Located north of Schiermonnikoog, this addition allows the com...
Painful to feel that Groningen dominated us
Telstar suffered a 0-2 home defeat against FC Groningen, with coach Anthony Correia admitting the visitors were superior throughout the match. The loss follows a significant 3-1 victory for Telstar ov...
Nassaukade resident finds explosive in house: 'not an Easter egg, but a hand grenade'
A resident clearing a house on the Nassaukade in Amsterdam discovered a hand grenade on Easter Monday, prompting an emergency response from police and the Explosive Ordnance Disposal Service. The obje...
Tourists pack city center at Easter: Half-hour wait for a sandwich and an hour for fries
During the Easter weekend, Amsterdam's city center saw massive crowds and long queues at popular social media food spots, with some tourists waiting over an hour for fries. Meanwhile, many visitors to...
Port of IJmuiden greener thanks to joint initiative
The 'Green in the harbor' project in IJmuiden is starting to show positive results a year after its launch. This joint initiative aims to make the port area more sustainable and environmentally friend...
Jade Kops is afraid every night she won't wake up: 'Give me time'
Nineteen-year-old social media personality Jade Kops shared an emotional "letter to her tumor" on Instagram, expressing her nightly fear of not waking up. In the post, she candidly describes the psych...
Hundreds of children search for the golden egg near Haarlem-Spaarnwoude station: 'By the end of the day you don't hear them anymore, except when it's about Easter eggs'
Hundreds of children and their families gathered at the Playground near Haarlem-Spaarnwoude station last weekend to participate in an Easter egg hunt. The event featured three hundred hidden eggs and ...
Soesja wrote a book about mourning her drowned brother Sam: "Talk about it, it helps"
Soesja van Grondelle has authored a book titled "Sam, ik neem je altijd mee" detailing her grief after her brother Sam drowned in Amsterdam's IJ river in October 2023. Through her writing and social m...
This political scientist explains the rise of the far-right: ‘My father wasn’t a racist’
Political scientist Catherine de Vries investigated her family history to understand the rise of radical-right parties and why voters choose anti-migration groups like the PVV. Her research seeks to e...
Vios thwarts Hillegom, but 11th-placed side remains unconcerned in the danger zone
Hillegom's five-match unbeaten streak came to an end after they were unable to break through against Vios. Despite currently being in the danger zone, Vios manager Hans Schakel remains confident and s...
Presenters Tim Senders and Kiki Bosman expecting first child
Dutch presenters Tim Senders and Kiki Bosman announced on Monday that they are expecting their first child together. The couple shared the news via an Instagram video capturing the moment Senders was ...
Bryan Wilderom secures vital late win for DSOV against ZSGOWMS after impressive solo past three men. 'Opted for risk'
DSOV secured a crucial 2-1 victory against fellow relegation candidate ZSGOWMS to keep their hopes of staying in the second class alive. The match was decided in the 84th minute by Bryan Wilderom, who...
Hillegom makes swimming accessible for children from low-income families with free slide passes
The municipality of Hillegom is offering free summer swimming passes to children from low-income families to ensure they can access the De Vosse outdoor pool. The facility, which reopens in two weeks,...
Vrij! Beverwijk sounds the alarm: mold remains a major problem in post-war neighborhoods – even after Indische Buurt renovation
The local political party Vrij! Beverwijk has raised concerns about persistent mold and moisture issues in postwar neighborhoods, including recently renovated apartments in the Indische Buurt. The par...
Pa's Furniture Show in the Slaughterhouse: As if time stood still
Pa's Meubelshow, an alternative artistic spring festival, returned to Haarlem this past weekend at the Slachthuis venue. The event recreated the atmosphere of its early-2000s origins, attracting many ...
King's Day is coming to Haarlem! Don't miss a thing with this tip
King's Day celebrations are approaching in Haarlem, with various local events planned for the holiday. The article recommends using the 'indebuurt' app to stay informed about the festivities and ensur...
Giethoorn feels impact of war: Asian tourists stay away, businesses hope for Europeans
Giethoorn is experiencing a decrease in tourists from Asia and the Middle East this Easter weekend due to the impact of the war. Local business owners are hoping that an increase in European visitors ...
Disappeared: De Sterren Boys, one of the distant predecessors of Olympia Haarlem
This article examines De Sterren Boys, a defunct sports club that was a predecessor to the current Olympia Haarlem. Part of a series on disappeared sports organizations, it highlights the club's 28-ye...
Weeronline expects sunny days with a chance of 20 degrees
The Netherlands expects sunny weather and rising temperatures in the coming days, according to Weeronline. Tuesday will see clear blue skies with temperatures up to 18 degrees, while Wednesday could r...
Dozens of spots already claimed for King's Day: "Bizarre, but in a week you'll be too late"
Three weeks before King's Day, dozens of spots on Amsterdam's Apollolaan have already been reserved with chalk and tape for the traditional flea market. Residents and visitors are securing locations e...
Dozens of disappointed visitors in Amsterdamse Bos: The blossoms are gone
Visitors to the Bloesempark in the Amsterdamse Bos were disappointed this Easter weekend to find that the cherry blossoms had already fallen off. The site recently faced criticism from local politicia...
'Double' victory for Haarlem's Christiaan Bosselaar at tough Heuvelloop. 'Let the shoe do the work'
Christiaan Bosselaar, a 43-year-old from Haarlem, won the 15-kilometer race at the 39th Lions Heuvelloop. The event drew a record-breaking 800 participants and Bosselaar noted that despite the difficu...
3D robots swim and navigate like animals
Physicists from Leiden have developed 3D-printed microrobots thinner than a human hair that can swim and navigate like animals. These robots operate without sensors, software, or external control, off...
A bedside device that says no if you want too many painkillers: Ydo is working on it
Orthopedic surgeon Ydo Kleinlugtenbelt from Deventer Hospital is developing 'PainSafe,' a device designed to prevent painkiller addiction in patients recovering at home. The device monitors and regula...
Gerben van ’t Hek is a mobile attraction during the opening weekend of the waving season
As spring arrives, the 'waving season' has officially begun with motorcyclists, cyclists, and skaters greeting each other on the road. Gerben van ’t Hek participated as a mobile attraction during th...
Five arrested after discovery of cannabis farm in Waalwijk
Police arrested five people on Monday afternoon following the discovery of an illegal cannabis nursery in a building in Waalwijk. The suspects were present at the scene during the raid, though details...
The revival of the Visbakfestival in Wijk aan Zee during Easter feels like a reunion: ‘Watching bands is just great’
The Visbakfestival returned to Wijk aan Zee during Easter, hosting a series of musical performances at Café de Zon. Attendees celebrated the event as a nostalgic reunion, featuring local bands like T...
Two bike fires in Heemskerk and Beverwijk over Easter weekend
Two bicycle fires were reported in the towns of Heemskerk and Beverwijk over the Easter weekend. The incidents occurred during the night of Saturday to Sunday and on Sunday evening.
Gas expensive, flight tickets expensive, holiday homes expensive... where to go on vacation?
Dutch recreation entrepreneurs and travel organizations are facing significant uncertainty due to rising fuel costs and increased taxes on vacation homes. Geopolitical instability in the Middle East a...