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Boyband Five miscalculates popularity: Ziggo Dome show fails to sell out, top tier closed

Mustaches on and smile: Maike Meijer and Donny Ronny on humor and vulnerability in De Zwoele Stad

In an episode of the talk show 'De Zwoele Stad' filmed in Amsterdam's Bijlmerplein, comedians Maike Meijer and Donny Ronny discuss how humor serves as a vital tool for navigating life's challenges. Th...

At the RAI, Amsterdammers could step into the bodies of their elderly selves: ‘The older I get, the better I take care of myself’

Roxeanne Hazes marries Erik Zwennes: 'Best 'I do' of my life'

Singer Roxeanne Hazes married her partner Erik Zwennes on Tuesday. She shared the news on Instagram, describing the wedding as the best 'yes' of her life.

Famous farmer Ayoub buys land in Morocco to start his own farm

Well-known farmer Ayoub has purchased a piece of land in Morocco to pursue his long-held dream of starting his own farm. He shared this update regarding his future agricultural plans in a recent inter...

Dolly Parton musical coming to Broadway this winter

A new musical based on the life of Dolly Parton is set to premiere on Broadway in New York this coming winter. The singer herself co-wrote the script, music, and production for the show.

At Becoming God performance you get tea and fruit and choose where to sit: ‘The atmosphere in the theater is more like a temple’

Satirical news outlet De Speld launches print newspaper

German brewers produce record amount of non-alcoholic beer

German breweries produced a record amount of non-alcoholic beer last year according to data from Destatis. While overall production of alcoholic beer remains higher, its output experienced a decline.

Placing youth center in Zandvoort proves difficult: supplier gets stuck in the dunes

The first of two youth meeting spots finally arrived in Zandvoort on Wednesday after an eighteen-month delay caused by permit issues. The delivery process faced further difficulty when the supplier's ...

Fifth Open Garden Podium Uitgeest: Sixteen gardens full of music: 'We won't be booking a rock band for the Environmental Garden'

The fifth edition of the 'Open Tuinen Podium Uitgeest' music event will take place on July 12. This annual event features live musical performances across sixteen different gardens in Uitgeest.

Prince Harry loses legal battle against Daily Mail publisher

The High Court in London has dismissed a privacy lawsuit brought by Prince Harry and several other public figures against publisher Associated Newspapers Limited. The judge ruled that there was insuff...

Video | Dwayne Johnson receives emotional gift with photo of his grandfather

Bridge Club Haarlem-Noord celebrates 90th anniversary: We are the friendliest club in Haarlem

Bridgeclub Haarlem-Noord is celebrating its 90th anniversary. The club, which considers itself the most convivial in the city, looks back on its long history filled with various anecdotes about its me...

Dennis Kroet and Wendy Kraaijpoel choose Castricum: 'You can feel the mud oozing between your toes. Brrr'

Dennis Kroet and Wendy Kraaijpoel from Zaandam prefer spending time at the beach in Castricum. They find it a pleasant alternative to busier locations like Bloemendaal and Zandvoort.

RTV Oost experiments with AI version of presenter: 'Curious about reactions'

Dutch broadcaster RTV Oost has launched an experiment using an AI-generated version of presenter Jaap-Erik Bijl. The digital avatar will feature in short explanatory videos across the station's websit...

Princess Amalia to begin training with Royal Netherlands Navy after summer break

Crown Princess Amalia will begin an internship with the Royal Netherlands Navy following the summer break. This placement is part of her educational program at the Defensity College, as announced by t...

Writer Frida Vogels (1930-2026) wrote candidly and razor-sharply about her struggle with existence

From passenger van to passenger cargo bike: "A few steps backward"

The Regenboog Groep in Amsterdam has replaced its drug user bus with a mobile cargo bike after local protests forced the bus to be taken out of service. While the bike allows staff to maintain contact...

Writer and poet Frida Vogels dies at 96

Dutch writer and poet Frida Vogels has passed away in Bologna at the age of 96. Known for her book series 'De harde kern,' she had resided in Italy since the 1950s.

Laura Bakker to star as Princess Margarita in Mabel & Margarita series

Actress Laura Bakker has been cast as Princess Margarita in the upcoming drama series Mabel & Margarita. The series is a spin-off of the show Máxima and will be available on the streaming service Vid...

Frida Vogels (96), author of De harde kern, has died

Dutch writer Frida Vogels, best known for her book series De harde kern, has passed away at the age of 96. She died on Monday in Bologna, Italy, where she had resided since the 1950s.

New in Amsterdam: Homeland brews a truly Amsterdam pilsner for the first time

Brouwerij Homeland has launched its first authentic Amsterdam pilsner after nearly two years of development. The new beer is produced at the brewery's location on the Marineterrein in Amsterdam.

Xandra Brood has had no new love since Herman's death: 'I'm open to it'

Xandra Brood, the widow of musician Herman Brood, stated that she has not been in a relationship since her husband's passing in 2001. She expressed that she is now open to finding a new partner to sha...

Ko Zandvliet and Raquel Hanekroot star in BNNVARA series Gaslight

Actors Ko Zandvliet and Raquel Hanekroot have been cast in the upcoming BNNVARA drama series 'Gaslight'. The series depicts an intense romantic relationship between a young student and an older man, w...

Joop Zoetemelk went to high-altitude training camp before it was even invented. In the year he won the Tour, he also became the Dutch cross-country skiing champion

Joop Zoetemelk is a legendary Dutch cyclist who won the Tour de France in 1980 and achieved numerous podium finishes throughout his career. Currently 79, he is sharing his experiences and insights whi...

Castricum's four-day walking event saved: enough new volunteers for 66th edition in 2027

The 66th edition of the Avondvierdaagse walking event in Castricum has been saved for 2027 after a successful recruitment drive for volunteers. The event will continue to serve local primary school ch...

How Nike suddenly lost its cool: ‘It has become your parents’ shoe’

Nike is currently facing a significant decline in popularity and financial performance as younger consumers shift their preferences toward rival brands like Adidas and New Balance. The once-dominant s...

Renew your wedding vows on a ferry? You can during WorldPride in Amsterdam

Man who vandalized National Monument on Dam Square found guilty, judge imposes no sentence

A man who defaced the National Monument on Dam Square on August 16, 2025, has been found guilty but received no formal punishment. The court noted that the defendant had already paid the 895-euro cost...