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Van Hanegem praises Johan Neeskens at naming of Heemstede sports park: 'He stayed very down-to-earth, that was the most important thing'

The main sports complex in Heemstede has been officially renamed the Johan Neeskens Sportpark in honor of the world-famous footballer who passed away in October 2024. During the ceremony, fellow footb...

Weekend tips: what to do in Amsterdam from May 22 to 24

Amsterdam offers a variety of activities for the upcoming Pentecost weekend from May 22 to 24. As the city prepares for its warmest days of the year so far, visitors can take advantage of numerous eve...

Visiting Francesco Farioli in Porto: 'I don't believe I've done better work here than at Ajax'

One year after leaving Ajax, coach Francesco Farioli reflects on his departure from Amsterdam and his recent title win with FC Porto in Portugal. Despite winning his first trophy with Porto, Farioli m...

Attention cabaret fans: 22 cabaret nights at the Haventheater in IJmuiden

The Haventheater in IJmuiden has announced its upcoming season, featuring 22 cabaret evenings alongside musical performances. Visitors can enjoy a variety of shows, including music from popular bands ...

Joey Veerman to marry Chantalle Schulder: 'A million times yes'

PSV midfielder Joey Veerman has announced his engagement to his girlfriend, Chantalle Schilder. The Dutch footballer proposed to his partner during a trip abroad.

All 750 trees from the Op de Ring festival given permanent homes in Amsterdam

Haroon Ali: 'There is no asylum crisis, but a reception crisis'

Journalist Haroon Ali argued during an appearance on the talk show Eva that the current situation in the Netherlands is a reception crisis rather than an asylum crisis. The discussion was praised for ...

Óscar García dangles carrot for squad against Groningen: Next season Ajax might win the Conference League

Plans for urn crypt under Amsterdam’s Westerkerk: search for ‘founders’ with €10,000 contribution

What was Grandpa Van der Kolk doing under the stairs in Beverwijk during the war? Granddaughter Eveline (43) seeks answers

Eveline Smildiger is investigating her grandfather Hendrik van der Kolk’s mysterious wartime activities at his former pharmacy in Beverwijk. She seeks to uncover the details of what he did under the...

'Why do many Velsen residents struggle with the town hall?' Dudok expert Pieter Rings gives lecture on architect's influence

Architectural expert Pieter Rings will deliver a lecture exploring the post-war development of Velsen and the influence of architect Willem Dudok. The talk will address local perceptions of the town h...

Netherlands coach Koeman to become a grandfather again: Koeman Jr. expecting first child

Ronald Koeman jr. and his partner Kiki have announced they are expecting their first child together. This will be the fourth grandchild for the current Dutch national football team coach, Ronald Koema...

US expert Raymond Mens: ‘The US is more than the occupant of the White House’

Review Born Here: Much panic in this French novel about two women starting over

Rafael van der Vaart slightly tipsy on Studio Voetbal: 'The wine hit hard'

Former footballer and analyst Rafael van der Vaart admitted to being slightly intoxicated during a recent appearance on the television program Studio Voetbal. He explained that he struggled with his w...

Queen Máxima's mother has dementia: 'A very painful situation'

Queen Máxima revealed during a visit to a care center in Roermond that her 81-year-old mother, María del Carmen Cerruti, is suffering from dementia. The Queen described the diagnosis as a very painf...

Cor Bart dies: Well-known Beverwijk resident preserved Goede Raad Church and rescued 1944 raid from oblivion

Cor Bart, a well-known figure from Beverwijk, has passed away suddenly at the age of 74. He was recognized for his work to preserve the Goede Raadkerk and for his efforts to commemorate the raid of Ap...

Ajax miss three players for Groningen clash: 'We are frustrated, but right focus is important'

Why has there been a massive queue on the Looiersgracht for days?

Large crowds have gathered on Amsterdam's Looiersgracht for an event related to Harry Styles' new tour kickoff. The British pop star is set to perform at the Johan Cruijff ArenA this week, causing sig...

Will Hannie Schaft's name live on in Zandvoort? CDA concerned resistance fighter’s name will disappear from the streets

The CDA party in Zandvoort is concerned that the name of resistance fighter Hannie Schaft will disappear from the town's streetscape after a local school merger. The Hannie Schaftschool and Mariaschoo...

Jesper de Jong one win away from Roland Garros main draw

Dutch tennis player Jesper de Jong has reached the final qualifying round of Roland Garros after a comeback victory against Canadian Liam Draxl. The top-seeded qualifier won the match 4-6, 6-1, 6-3 an...

Writer and psychologist Keyvan Shahbazi wins Pim Fortuyn Prize

Iranian-Dutch writer and psychologist Keyvan Shahbazi has been awarded the Pim Fortuyn Prize. The jury honored him for being a sharp and courageous opinion maker.

Filmmakers follow Red Light District underworld for 42 years: "A nail in my coffin"

Filmmakers Arnold-Jan Scheer and Roy Dames are releasing their documentary "Het Hart van Amsterdam" after 42 years of filming the city's criminal underworld. The film documents the evolution of the Re...

Bounty hunter The Mandalorian (Pedro Pascal) and cute sidekick Grogu do their best to save the Star Wars universe with the safe ‘The Mandalorian and Grogu’

In the comic sports drama ‘Saipan’, two leading figures from 2002 Irish football bicker about everything

Review: ‘The Birthday Party’ is a tiring watch due to all the unanswered questions

Director Anna Cazenave Cambet on the poignant ‘Love Me Tender’: ‘This shows the price a woman pays to rewrite the narrative of motherhood for herself’

Review: the father-son journey in ‘Sukkwan Island’ evokes unease and disbelief

Underworld figures in ‘The Heart of Amsterdam’ documentary came to blows and shook hands

Queer organizations challenge Meta's account removals

Dutch queer organizations and civil rights group Bits of Freedom are taking legal action against Meta over the removal of dozens of Instagram accounts. The organizations argue that Meta is acting ille...