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Netherlands-Scotland in the next round: 'How great would that be', says Arthur Numan

Former footballer Arthur Numan expressed his hope for the Netherlands to face Scotland in the next round of the tournament. Having recently watched a match with Scottish fans, Numan believes such a ma...

To see and be seen at the Dutch National Opera & Ballet gala for young donors and influencers: ‘It’s always nice to have a moment to shine’

Paintings, instruments and empty gin bottles: resident writes book about what happened in his attic in De Pijp

Parliament questions why number of local broadcasters is already fixed in law

The Dutch House of Representatives is debating a legislative proposal to consolidate over 200 local broadcasters into 80 regional outlets to strengthen the sector. Members of Parliament have questione...

The Killers singer to release new solo album after more than ten years

Brandon Flowers, the lead singer of The Killers, has announced that his new solo album titled Thrasher will be released on August 21. This marks his first solo project since 2015.

Haarlem opts for low-key New Year's Eve: no light show or fireworks from municipality or associations

Mayor Jos Wienen of Haarlem has announced that the city will have an understated New Year's Eve celebration for 2027. The municipality will not organize any fireworks or light shows, and local associa...

Thijs Römer victims angry over theater play: 'Feels like a slap in the face'

Victims of actor Thijs Römer have expressed anger and distress regarding his new theater production, calling it a "kick in the teeth." Their lawyer, Maartje Schaap, stated that the women feel insulte...

Are young people tough enough if the pressure of the 5.5 rule disappears? LAKS hands petition to Parliament. ‘This generation is being pampered too much’

The Dutch student organization LAKS has presented a petition with 38,000 signatures to the House of Representatives calling for the removal of the mandatory 5.5 average grade for final exams. The orga...

Ajax adds four friendlies to pre-season preparations

Ajax has announced the addition of four friendly matches to their pre-season schedule for the 2026/2027 season. The club shared this update on Tuesday as part of their preparations for the upcoming ca...

World Cup in Amsterdam: Cheering for Ghana in a lively Zuidoost church

Residents of Amsterdam with Ghanese roots gathered at Charity's House church in Zuidoost to support Ghana during the World Cup. The community is celebrating the national team's first appearance in the...

Hospitality owners hope for busy Taste Market after horse race cancellation: ‘That would soften the blow’

Hospitality entrepreneurs in Beverwijk are hosting the Smaakmarkt food truck festival on Breestraat following the cancellation of the traditional horse racing event. Despite high temperatures, the wee...

Train travel takes center stage at Velsen library

The Velsen Library in IJmuiden is hosting a series of events focused on train travel throughout the month of July. Every Monday afternoon, visitors can participate in sessions where different train ro...

Ajax to face two Greek top clubs plus German and English opponents

Ajax has scheduled several friendly matches for next month against international opponents, including Greek clubs Panathinaikos and Olympiakos. The team will also face Cypriot side AEK Larnaca and sec...

De Tatta's gets spin-off about son Daan

The Dutch film series De Tatta's is launching a spin-off titled De Tatta's: Daan, which is scheduled for release on October 8. Sem van der Horst will return to play the lead role of Daan in the upcomi...

A pedestrian boulevard on Damrak without cars? Readers react: ‘This will become a tourist carnival’

A women's quota only polishes the statistics here

The Delft University of Technology (TU Delft) is implementing a women's quota to increase the percentage of female students in its Aerospace Engineering faculty from 17% to 30%. While critics argue su...

Counterweight to Michael Jackson promo film: This documentary addresses the abuse

Special banknotes for Haarlem Pride: ‘The world’s first pride money’

Royal Joh. Enschedé in Haarlem has produced unique pink banknotes specifically for use during this summer's Haarlem Pride festival. Organizers claim the currency is a world first for a Pride event an...

Eiffel Tower and Louvre change opening hours due to heat

The Eiffel Tower and the Louvre museum in Paris have adjusted their opening hours due to an extreme heatwave. The French capital is currently under a red alert, which is the highest weather warning le...

Prosecutors demand 2 years in prison for two women for severe child abuse

The Public Prosecution Service has demanded two-year prison sentences for two women accused of severe child abuse in Utrecht. One woman is charged with systematically abusing her minor son and daughte...

Free drinking water and wet sponges: festivals prepare for heat

Festivals taking place this weekend, such as Defqon.1 and Lago Lago, are implementing special heat plans to protect visitors and staff from high temperatures. Organizers will provide measures like fre...

Vanished: De Musschen, the early predecessor and nickname of HC Bloemendaal

This article highlights the history of "De Musschen," a defunct sports club that served as an early precursor to the Dutch field hockey club HC Bloemendaal. After eight years of existence, the club me...

Cape Fear Review: Javier Bardem follows in the footsteps of Robert De Niro and Robert Mitchum with a battered left eye

Ajax appoints another García as reserve team coach, Emanuelson assistant

Carlos García has been appointed as the new head coach of Jong Ajax for the upcoming season after serving as an assistant for the reserve and senior teams. He will be supported by assistant coaches T...

Prosecutors demand 7 years for former Zoetermeer primary school janitor

The Dutch Public Prosecution Service has demanded a seven-year prison sentence and mandatory psychiatric treatment for a 58-year-old former primary school janitor in Zoetermeer. Oskar van der V. is ac...

Frank van Leeuwen replaces Welmoed Sijtsma on Goedenavond Nederland

Frank van Leeuwen will replace Welmoed Sijtsma as a presenter for the final three weeks of the WNL program Goedenavond Nederland this summer. Van Leeuwen will alternate hosting duties with Sam Hagens,...

Artin Music & Friends cancelled in March due to US intervention now goes ahead: ‘Football and music bridge political differences’

Iranian musician Asghar Barani will host the 'Artin Muziek & Friends' concert at the Patronaat venue this Thursday after a previous cancellation in March. The event aims to bridge political divides th...

How stadiums turn into a massive Casablanca during the drinks break

The article observes how football fans are tuning into World Cup broadcasts from neighboring countries such as Belgium and the UK. It highlights the calm atmosphere and distinct terminology used by fo...

One dead in crush after World Cup screening in Jordan

One person died and eight others were injured in Jordan during a crowd crush at a public screening of a World Cup match against Algeria. The incident occurred as a large number of fans gathered to wat...

Ruud repaints restored Dance Bench in original colors: 'Passersby are happy it’s back'

The 'Dansbank' art bench has been returned to its location along De Baandert after being restored following an act of vandalism. Ruud van Zon of the Bankjesparade foundation is currently repainting th...