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Review Just Beyond Endless Mountain: The Tallest Man on Earth embraces the frayed edges of his Swedish roots

On his eighth album, Just Beyond Endless Mountain, Kristian Matsson, known as The Tallest Man on Earth, incorporates traditional Swedish folk music into his signature style. The artist continues to dr...

Olivia Rodrigo saddened by attention to her love life

Olivia Rodrigo has criticized the invasive media attention regarding her romantic life, stating that she wishes to keep her relationships private. Meanwhile, the singer is enjoying career success and ...

Report: old transgender law led to deep human suffering

A historical study commissioned by the Dutch government reveals that the country's former transgender law caused profound human suffering by forcing individuals to undergo irreversible sterilization a...

The documentary 'I Woke Up on a Sphere' proves to be a dreamy, entertaining exploration of our cosmic consciousness

The documentary Ik werd wakker op een bol by Anne Meffert explores the philosophical question of why humans rarely acknowledge that they inhabit a planet moving through a vast universe. Through observ...

Volunteers brighten up parking lot: 'Bringing the dunes into Haarlem'

Haarlem is increasing its urban greenery through several initiatives, including the creation of a new dune garden in the Waarderpolder industrial area. Volunteers are planting native species to boost ...

Limburg homes lifted on 'trays' to prevent flood damage

To combat recurring flooding from the Maas river, homes in the Limburg village of Well are being elevated by over 1.5 meters to protect them from future rising water levels. This innovative engineerin...

Frits (74) and Floor (28): 'Amsterdam was much scarier in the eighties than it is now'

Frits, aged 74, and Floor, aged 28, discuss the evolving atmosphere of growing up and raising children in Amsterdam across different generations. The pair reflects on how the city has changed since th...

Review: Conspiracy theorists and cyberbullies make the update of Stephen King's Carrie highly relevant

Mike Flanagan's new eight-part series updates Stephen King's Carrie by incorporating modern themes like cyberbullying and conspiracy theories. The show follows the protagonist, Carrie, as she navigate...

Neven Foday (23) and Lamar (29) opened Berosu in De Pijp: one cuts hair, the other fits grills

Cousins Foday Suno and Lamar Ross have opened their new business, Berosu, in the De Pijp neighborhood of Amsterdam. The establishment offers professional haircuts and custom dental grills, with plans ...

Removed trampolines from Rivierenbuurt playground will not return

The Amsterdam city government has confirmed that trampolines removed from a Rivierenbuurt playground will not be reinstated due to legal and safety regulations. While local parents urged for their ret...

Jewish community commemorates October 7 terror attacks: ‘What kind of world do we want to live in?’

Three years after the October 7, 2023, Hamas terrorist attacks, the Jewish community in the Netherlands continues to experience significant insecurity. During a commemorative service at Amsterdam's Am...

87-year-old Spanish woman evicted from her home has died

An 87-year-old woman named Carmen Abascal has passed away in a hospital after becoming a symbol of anti-eviction protests in Spain. Although she was granted permission to return to her home following ...

Shia LaBeouf and Mia Goth to divorce: 'Irreconcilable differences'

Mia Goth has filed for divorce from Shia LaBeouf due to irreconcilable differences, with the couple's separation date noted as July 28, 2025. Goth is seeking custody of their four-year-old daughter, I...

Amsterdam removes 'unsafe' trampolines from playground: "Nothing ever happened, what are we talking about?"

The municipality of Amsterdam has removed trampolines from a Rivierenbuurt playground due to safety and liability concerns, despite protests from local residents who managed the equipment. Although of...

Ajax striker Kasper Dolberg out for the season with torn cruciate ligament

Ajax striker Kasper Dolberg will miss the rest of the season due to a torn cruciate ligament sustained during national team training. The 29-year-old will relocate to Amsterdam to undergo his rehabili...

Six suspects arrested for theft of Renoir artworks from French museum

Six suspects have been arrested following the theft of artworks from the Musée Renoir in Cagnes-sur-Mer, France, which occurred earlier this September. While two of the stolen paintings were recovere...

DENK MP Ergin files complaint against Johan Derksen over 'throat-slitting' remark

Denk MP Doğukan Ergin has filed a police report against Johan Derksen after the television presenter suggested on-air that Ergin should have his throat slit. The comment followed Ergin's parliamentar...

Adult children living at home? This happens less often in Haarlem than elsewhere in the country

Young adults in Haarlem are increasingly living with their parents for longer, with the median age rising to nearly 23 years old. This trend is largely driven by a challenging housing market that make...

Weekend tips: things to do in Amsterdam from October 9 to 11

This weekend in Amsterdam, from October 9th to 11th, features a variety of cultural and social events, including the 24 Hours South neighborhood festival and the recurring flea market at the IJ-Hallen...

Demand for affordable and sustainable funerals grows: 'Just put me in a cardboard box'

The funeral industry in the Netherlands is preparing for a shift in consumer demand toward more affordable and environmentally friendly burial options. As part of this transition, the sector is explor...

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‘No hazelnut pastry?’ groans the lady in the patisserie, while her Pomeranian fidgets in her designer bag

A customer at an artisan bakery in Amsterdam reacted with dismay when the shop lacked her preferred hazelnut pastry. The situation became chaotic as her pet Pomeranian grew restless, eventually causin...

Rutger Vink and Thomas van Grinsven to bring family show to Ahoy next year

YouTube stars Rutger Vink and Thomas van Grinsven will launch a live family show at Ahoy next year. The interactive performance will include music, special guests, and challenges for fans of all ages.

Brian May denies Queen will never tour again: 'Misinterpreted'

Queen guitarist Brian May has clarified that he did not announce an end to the band's touring, stating that his previous comments about taking a break were misinterpreted as a permanent retirement. Ma...

Heritage of the Week | Amsterdam Blue by two headstrong Amsterdammers

Archaeologists in the 1970s discovered remnants of an 18th-century pottery factory on the Overtoom in Amsterdam. The site produced famous Amsterdams Blauw ceramics, with finds ranging from discarded p...

Amazon Prime Video secures global streaming rights for the Emmys

Amazon Prime Video has secured the exclusive global rights to stream the Emmy Awards starting in 2027, replacing the traditional rotation system used by American networks. The ceremony will be availab...

Musical actress April Darby expecting first child: 'So loved already'

Musical actress April Darby and her husband are expecting their first child in March. The couple, who married in Italy this past June, announced the news by sharing a photo of baby socks.

Norwegian royal family gradually resumes official duties after mourning period

The Norwegian royal family is slowly resuming official duties following a period of mourning after the deaths of King Harald and Princess Astrid. While King Haakon and Queen Sonja are returning to pub...

It is almost eerie how Jeremy Strong transforms into Mark Zuckerberg in The Social Reckoning

The upcoming film The Social Reckoning features Jeremy Strong as Mark Zuckerberg, portraying a character that has evolved significantly from his depiction in The Social Network. The movie examines how...

Jewish Boaz and Muslim Oumaima want to keep the dialogue going: "We must hold onto each other"

Jewish resident Boaz Cahn and Muslim resident Oumaima al Abdellaoui founded the Deel de Duif initiative to facilitate constructive dialogue about the Israel-Palestine conflict. By conducting workshops...