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Pubs allowed to stay open all night during World Cup: ‘We’re going to make it one big party’

Albert Heijn’s cheese stroopwafel goes viral: from ‘gross and inedible’ to ‘surprisingly good’ and ‘a solid ten’

Albert Heijn has introduced a new cheese stroopwafel, combining two classic Dutch snacks into a single product. The item has gone viral on social media, sparking mixed reactions from consumers while q...

Under the hood | Why we're speed dating our readers

NU.nl is providing insights into its development process by explaining how user research and direct engagement with readers help improve its digital platforms. Arie Bart de Vries, who oversees user ex...

Police helicopter flying over city for hours supports high-value transport

A police helicopter was deployed in Amsterdam on Sunday morning to provide security for a high-value transport traveling across several districts. Residents reported the activity starting around 6:30 ...

Climate activists protest against 'dark side' of Haarlem Flower Parade

Extinction Rebellion is conducting peaceful protests during the Haarlem Flower Parade to raise awareness about the use of pesticides in flower cultivation. Activists organized a "bee march" and gagged...

Titanic survivor's life jacket sells for nearly 770,000 euros

A life jacket worn by first-class Titanic passenger Laura Mabel Francatelli has been sold at auction for 670,000 pounds, nearly 770,000 euros. Francatelli was one of 700 survivors who escaped the ship...

How a distant war makes it difficult for homebuyers in the Netherlands

The conflict involving Iran is causing mortgage interest rates to rise and average house prices to fall in the Netherlands. Economic experts explain that geopolitical instability impacts the Dutch hou...

Skinnybikes with thin tires to bypass fat bike rules in Vondelpark: "New hype"

Cyclists in Amsterdam are turning to "skinnybikes" to bypass a new ban on fatbikes in Vondelpark starting May 11, which only permits bicycles with tires thinner than seven centimeters. Retailers repor...

Motorcycle friends' flight delayed for hours, Qatar Airways ignores legal compensation

A group of friends experienced a significant flight delay with Qatar Airways, but the airline is reportedly refusing to provide the legally required compensation. Passengers are entitled to financial ...

Not an April Fool's joke: Tent-on-wheels flying off the shelves

Karsten Tenten has released the "Tent-On-Wheels" (TOW), which combines their signature inflatable igloo tent with a lightweight trailer. Although announced on April 1st, the product is a legitimate ne...

Austrian authorities warn of rat poison in baby food jars

Austrian authorities have issued a warning after rat poison was discovered in at least one jar of HiPP brand baby food. Similar contaminated products have also been seized in the Czech Republic and Sl...

Shipping resumes on the Scheldt after Dutch cargo ship sinks

Shipping traffic has resumed on the Scheldt near Antwerp after being temporarily halted on Saturday due to a sunken Dutch cargo ship. The local fire department confirmed that vessels are now able to n...

15-minute train ride in US more than 11 times more expensive during World Cup

Train tickets for a 15-minute round trip between New York and New Jersey will cost approximately $150 during the upcoming World Cup. This fare represents a nearly twelvefold increase over the standard...

Bakery 1Hoog returns as Café-bakery ’Rentrée’ at the location of restaurant De Jonge Halewijn

The renowned Beverwijk bakery 1Hoog is set to return on July 1st as Café-bakkerij Rentrée at the former location of Restaurant De Jonge Halewijn. Owners Charlotte Laarhoven and Dennis Oostveen are r...

India demands clarification from Iran over firing on ships

Indian authorities have summoned the Iranian ambassador to demand an explanation for the shelling of two Indian-flagged cargo ships in the Strait of Hormuz. The move follows the discovery that the tar...

Padelhill in Hillegom plans major expansion: five extra courts and a new entrance

Padelhill, an indoor padel facility in Hillegom, plans to expand by adding five new courts to its existing six. The project involves converting an adjacent warehouse formerly used as storage for a bed...

ANWB warns: emergency systems in millions of cars will soon stop working

The ANWB warns that emergency systems in approximately 2 million cars will stop functioning when the 2G mobile network is deactivated by the end of next year. This technical issue could lead to these ...

Cabinet activates national oil crisis plan

The Dutch government has activated Phase 1 of the National Oil Crisis Plan as a precautionary measure due to rising tensions in the Middle East. While there are currently no acute fuel shortages or re...

Insurer covers consequential costs of online threats and harassment: 'Cyberbullying is truly terrible'

Dutch insurers are beginning to include standard coverage for the consequential costs of online harassment and cyberbullying. This policy change addresses a significant issue affecting approximately 6...

Families pay a fortune for theme park entry and parking, but affordable options are nearby

Dutch theme parks are preparing for a busy May holiday, but high entry and parking costs at major attractions can lead to families spending hundreds of euros. Smaller, more affordable parks like Sproo...

Justin Bieber scores with old hits thanks to Coachella but won't profit from it

Justin Bieber's older hits are climbing the charts following his viral Coachella performance where he was seen using a laptop on stage. Despite the surge in popularity, the singer will not financially...

Karlijn had an impressive CV, but her living room looked ‘very minimalist and cold’

Remote job interviews via platforms like Zoom have introduced candidates' private lives into the hiring process, leading some employers to judge applicants based on their home surroundings. Career coa...

'Super-complainers' file 25,000 reports about Schiphol, most complaints about notorious ‘Jumbo Jet’

A small group of 102 "frequent complainers" accounted for nearly half of the 386,730 noise complaints regarding Schiphol Airport last year. The Boeing 747-400, or "Jumbo Jet," was the specific aircraf...

Jordi Cruijff leans toward Spanish coach: Who is the best fit for Ajax?

Technical director Jordi Cruijff is reportedly favoring a Spanish manager to take over as the next head coach of Ajax. The club is currently searching for a candidate capable of addressing its recent ...

How former top entrepreneur Hennie van der Most gambled and risks losing everything

Former self-made Dutch entrepreneur Hennie van der Most is facing financial ruin following the failure of his Rotterdam amusement park project, Rivoli. Known for successful ventures like Speelstad Ora...

Local soaps, scrap leather bags and skateboards from friends: Haarlems Eigen spotlights local makers

A new pop-up concept store called Haarlems Eigen is set to open on April 18 at Spekstraat 5 in Haarlem. Founded by 26-year-old Luca van Beek, the shop aims to showcase local makers and their products ...

Tanker convoy spotted passing through Strait of Hormuz

A convoy of tankers carrying oil, gas, and petrochemical products has been observed traveling through the Strait of Hormuz toward the Indian Ocean. According to data from MarineTraffic, the vessels ar...

US allows temporary Russian oil sales at sea again

The Trump administration has extended an exemption allowing countries to purchase sanctioned Russian oil that is already at sea. This decision reverses a previous announcement that the waiver would ex...

Flower parade under fire over pesticides: calls for organic flowers

The Flower Parade in the Bollenstreek is facing increasing pressure to switch to organic flowers due to environmental and health concerns regarding pesticide use. The municipality of Haarlem has signi...

WhatsApp ticket resale groups without price limits: "You sometimes pay double"

WhatsApp groups are increasingly being used to resell festival tickets at inflated prices, bypassing regulated platforms like TicketSwap that impose price caps. Venues such as Amsterdam's Paradiso are...