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Israeli army apologizes for mistreatment of CNN journalists

The Israeli military has issued an apology after soldiers mistreated CNN journalists reporting on settler violence in the occupied West Bank. According to the Foreign Press Association, the reporters ...

Sit down eighteen times at the Bench Parade in Heemskerk

The 'AlleTijd' newspaper supplement features a 10.5-kilometer walking route in Heemskerk known as the Bench Parade. The trail highlights eighteen unique artistic benches, sixteen of which are currentl...

Max Verstappen seriously considering Formula 1 exit after 2026: crucial weeks ahead

Max Verstappen is reportedly considering a departure from Formula 1 after the 2026 season following a difficult start to the sport's new era. The Red Bull driver has faced poor race results and mounti...

Haarlem wins again after eight-match drought: ‘We knew deep down it was necessary’

Haarlem secured a 14-57 victory against bottom-placed BRC, ending an eight-match winless streak in the rugby ereklasse. Coach Robbie Coetzee's team now sits in ninth place with six rounds remaining in...

Hoofddorp fails to overcome stubborn bottom side: 'This is telling of where we are at the moment'

Hoofddorp suffered a 3-2 defeat against relegation-threatened Odin’59 at Sportpark Assumburg. Despite playing dominantly, coach Jurg Smeets' team failed to secure any points in a result that reflect...

De Krommert was filled in long ago: its original course is still clearly visible

The Amsterdam waterway De Krommert, once a vital link between the Kostverlorenvaart and Admiralengracht, remains a visible part of the city's landscape despite being filled in decades ago. The area re...

Illustrator Martyn F. Overweel appealed to human drama, preferably on the verge of embarrassment

Hay fever in Amsterdam, Brad Pitt spotted and more news this week

This week's news highlights from Amsterdam include practical tips for managing hay fever symptoms and a reported visit by actor Brad Pitt. The article provides a collection of stories intended to info...

Sabine works in a hotel with a story: ‘We have many regular guests, people you get to know better over time’

Hotel Augusta in IJmuiden is noted for its authentic historic atmosphere that transports visitors back to the town's character from over a century ago. Employee Sabine highlights that the hotel's uniq...

How was Car-Free Sunday? ‘Wonderful, the emptiness, peace and quiet.’ Yet there was also chaos

Readers shared their memories of historical car-free Sundays, reflecting on the unique peace and quiet of the empty streets. While many cherished the tranquility, others recalled the chaos of emergenc...

'Jumping' violence trend fits broader culture of online peer pressure and filmed violence among youth

Experts are warning about a violent trend called 'jumpen,' where young people assault others and film the attacks to share on social media. This behavior is attributed to online peer pressure and has ...

Sip, paint & brunch in Haarlem, the Rataplan tour and more news from the past week

This article provides a roundup of recent news and upcoming events in Haarlem, including a 'Sip, paint & brunch' event and updates from Rataplan. It highlights various creative concepts and local outi...

Search for where my father worked: Hillegom printing company Velthuys-Hamberg went bankrupt 50 years ago

This article reflects on the history of the Velthuys-Hamberg printing house in Hillegom, which went bankrupt fifty years ago. It provides a nostalgic look at the facility's atmosphere and daily operat...

Weak start against Jong Almere costs Koninklijke HFC: ‘Should have been the men against the boys’

Koninklijke HFC dropped to 14th place in the league standings following a 2-1 away defeat against Jong Almere City. Despite the loss, the Haarlem-based club maintains a nine-point lead over the relega...

Dramaturg on opera: ‘The Passenger confronts us with the banality of evil’

Family business Toko Exotica faces new future in Parkwijk: 'I don't need to get rich from the shop'

Family business Toko Exotica is relocating from its original 1991 location at Beatrixplein to a temporary site in Reinaldapark this summer. Once the new neighborhood shopping center in Parkwijk is com...

Amsterdam family on Buying Blind: will they succeed in finding a home for them?

Residents of Amsterdam participate in the television show 'Kopen Zonder Kijken' to find a home in the city's challenging housing market. The article highlights the relatable struggle of searching for ...

Telstar investigates passport issue; player eligibility unclear

Dutch football club Telstar is investigating potential player eligibility issues following a warning from the KNVB regarding work permits. The national football association has advised all professiona...

Britt from Uitgeest wins ’Battle’ and advances to next round of The Voice

Britt van Coezand from Uitgeest has advanced to the next round of the television show The Voice of Holland. She successfully won her 'Battle' round against opponent Sam from Team Ilse during the broad...

Advice from my 9-year-old teacher: ‘Don’t voice everything that’s going wrong. It only makes it worse’

Dutch performer and single mother Lottie Hellingman shares life advice from her nine-year-old daughter, who suggested that dwelling on negative situations can make them worse. Hellingman, originally f...

This is the best supermarket milk chocolate praline Easter egg: ‘I can actually taste hazelnut’

Three chocolate experts conducted a blind taste test of nine supermarket brands of milk chocolate praline Easter eggs to determine the highest quality options. The panel evaluated the products based o...

Leonie Hijne from Bonhoeffer College in Castricum named Sustainable Teacher of the Year: 'I was nervous, but it went well'

Leonie Hijne from the Bonhoeffercollege in Castricum has been named the 'Sustainable Teacher of the Year' for 2026 at a ceremony in Arnhem. She accepted the award as a significant recognition for the ...

Pope receives 40th Dutch floral display for Easter service in Rome: 'Ideal promotion for the trade'

For the 40th year, the Pope's Easter Mass in Vatican City will be decorated with a Dutch floral display consisting of 7,000 flowers. The tradition serves as a significant global promotion for the Dutc...

Vacant bowling alley at Buikslotermeerplein to become youth center: "Safe space for everyone"

A long-vacant bowling alley at Buikslotermeerplein in Amsterdam-Noord will be transformed into a youth center designed by local teenagers to create a safe community space. The project, led by a commun...

What to do with all those items from the parental home? 'Heirlooms represent a bloodline, but they become fragmented with each generation'

Author Gerbrand Bakker's latest book, 'Boedel,' explores the emotional and practical challenges of handling a parental estate following his mother's death. The work follows siblings as they sort throu...

Writer Erik Nieuwenhuis delves into the lives of Amsterdam tram line 1 passengers

Amsterdam writer Erik Nieuwenhuis has published a novel titled "Lijn 1," which explores the fictional lives of passengers and staff on the city's tram line 1. Drawing from thirty years of observation,...

The Cats for a new generation

The tribute project "Sure he’s a cat: Tribute to The Cats" celebrates the musical legacy of Volendam's most prominent band. It aims to introduce their work to a new generation while providing a nost...

'Many parents want to live up to the perfect image.' Overload among young parents is rising, but solutions are closer than expected

An increasing number of young parents are experiencing extreme fatigue and burnout as they struggle to balance modern societal pressures with the desire for perfection. Experts note that the combinati...

Pope in Monaco for historic visit

Pope Leo arrived in Monaco on Saturday morning for the first papal visit to the microstate in modern times. He was officially received by Prince Albert and Princess Charlene after arriving via helicop...

Back to the Future actor James Tolkan dies at 94

American actor James Tolkan, known for his roles in the Back to the Future trilogy and Top Gun, passed away on Thursday at the age of 94. He was widely recognized for his portrayal of the character Mr...