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City Archives investigates colonial past of De Bazel: "Spider in the colonial web"

The Amsterdam City Archives is preparing a 2027 exhibition titled The Colonial World to investigate the history of the De Bazel building and its role in the Dutch Trading Society. By focusing on perso...

New invention helps blind residents in Hoofddorp sort waste properly

A visually impaired resident from Hoofddorp has introduced braille labels for underground waste containers to help others identify different waste streams independently. Supported by waste collector M...

After Amsterdam's Bouillon, Weesp now has one too – but when can a restaurant actually call itself that?

A new restaurant called Bouillon d’Or has opened in Weesp, following the popularity of the Bouillon d’Amsterdam concept. The trend has sparked interest in defining what criteria a dining establish...

Animal shelter DOA celebrates 125th anniversary: We are here to stay

The Dierenopvangcentrum Amsterdam (DOA) is celebrating its 125th anniversary as the largest animal shelter in the Netherlands. Since its founding in 1901, the organization has evolved from a small res...

Amsterdam’s ‘fairy tale’ The Wolf and the Seven Little Goats for sale again for a fiver: ‘Children love the local slang’

Designers De Ru and Serano have released a new run of their successful Amsterdam-dialect version of the fairy tale The Wolf and the Seven Kids. Despite the pair facing severe health battles with cance...

Ajax's F-side celebrates 50th anniversary with massive fireworks, flares and smoke bombs

Ajax supporters group F-side celebrated its 50th anniversary with large-scale fireworks displays at three locations across Amsterdam. The group, known for its long and controversial history in Dutch f...

How a new educational hype was embraced without debate: teaching in other languages

Primary schools in the Netherlands are increasingly offering half of their curriculum in foreign languages without significant public debate. Political commentator Hans van Soest criticizes this devel...

Writer Elle van Rijn: I hope I will resemble my mother

Writer Elle van Rijn has made several changes to her lifestyle, including quitting Botox and avoiding snacks due to wearing braces. These details were shared as part of an interview for the weekend ma...

Dean Saunders gets tattoo of late brother Ben's name on his throat: 'Close to my voice'

Singer Dean Saunders has tattooed the name of his late brother, Ben, on his throat to keep him close while he performs. Ben Saunders, who gained fame as the first winner of The Voice of Holland, passe...

Anne Hathaway on busy film year: 'Stress shouldn't dictate my life'

Anne Hathaway has successfully balanced a demanding schedule of several new film projects by shifting her mindset to prioritize enjoyment and gratitude over stress. The actress attributes her ability ...

Review: The Ziggo Dome erupts during the Princess Mononoke percussion solo at the Concertgebouw Orchestra and Joe Hisaishi concert

Composer Joe Hisaishi performed alongside the Concertgebouworkest at the Ziggo Dome in Amsterdam. The concert attracted 13,000 fans who were captivated by the performance, particularly during the perc...

The sausage roll is the symbol of true Brabant cosiness: which supermarket has the best one?

Experts conducted a blind taste test to evaluate the quality of various supermarket sausage rolls, a snack deeply associated with Brabant culture. The tasters provided critical feedback on the quality...

Aaf and Lies cancel shows following death of close friend Paulien Cornelisse

Aaf Brandt Corstius and Liesbeth Staats have cancelled upcoming shows and paused their podcast following the death of their close friend, Paulien Cornelisse, at age 50. Cornelisse, who passed away fro...

Rotisserie, grilled or fried: 7 of the best chicken spots in Amsterdam

This article highlights seven top-rated restaurants in Amsterdam known for their exceptional chicken dishes. From classic rotisserie and Portuguese-style grilled chicken to Korean fried chicken and go...

Video | Zach Bryan wears 'Free Palestine' shirt at Robert Kraft's stadium

Country singer Zach Bryan wore a Free Palestine shirt while performing at a stadium owned by Robert Kraft. This event follows a controversy last month where rapper Macklemore was reportedly banned fro...

Elon Musk and partner split: 'From in love to dumped in one week'

Shivon Zilis has announced the sudden end of her relationship with Elon Musk, stating she was unexpectedly dumped just one week after they were on affectionate terms. Zilis, who shares four children w...

American singer Jesse McCartney announces arrival of second child

American singer Jesse McCartney and his wife, Katie Peterson, have announced that they are expecting their second child together. The couple, who are already parents to a one-year-old son named Archer...

Het Familiediner to end after more than 25 years with final season

The Dutch television series Het Familiediner is ending its run after over 25 years. Host Bert van Leeuwen confirmed that a final season is currently in production to conclude the program's long-standi...

Historic North Sea Canal celebrates 150th anniversary with special TV series

The North Sea Canal is marking its 150th anniversary with a commemorative three-part television series. Constructed in the 19th century to improve access for larger ships to Amsterdam, the canal trans...

Josje Huisman temporarily returns to K3 for Studio 100 singalong

Josje Huisman is returning to K3 temporarily to replace Hanne Verbruggen, who is going on maternity leave during the Studio 100 SingAlong in Symphony tour. The performances will take place in the Neth...

Netherlands no longer on Eurovision Song Contest board following boycott

The Netherlands has lost its seat on the Eurovision Song Contest's Reference Group after the Dutch broadcaster AVROTROS withdrew from the competition. While the governing body is currently undergoing ...

At the Eye restaurant, even the wine tastes like juice and sawdust

Mara Grimm visited the restaurant at the Eye Filmmuseum for a monthly review. She noted that while the food is visually appealing, the actual taste and quality of the dishes are disappointing.

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Wallis (33) from Scotland thinks we shouldn't complain so much about Amsterdam: 'This city is amazing in every phase of life'

Scottish native Wallis Grant, who moved to Amsterdam for her studies, now resides in the city's Oost district with her family. She rejects common complaints about the city, arguing that Amsterdam is a...

Jorge’s style: ‘Today I’m wearing gold glitter underwear by Calvin Klein’

Photographer Carly Wollaert captures the unique and vibrant personal styles of individuals on the streets of Amsterdam. The project aims to showcase how people use their fashion choices to bring color...

Julia Mekkes (33) pleads criminal cases, makes podcasts and runs a sandwich shop: 'In my head I am a lawyer, everything else moves around that'

Criminal defense attorney Julia Mekkes balances her legal practice in Amsterdam with running a sandwich shop on the Gerard Doustraat and hosting a successful podcast. Despite her diverse projects, she...

Ann Patchett's new book is – of course – very good again

Ann Patchett’s tenth novel, Whistler, follows 53-year-old Daphne Fuller as she reconnects with her former stepfather after a chance meeting at a museum. The story delves into a hidden, decades-old c...

Presenter Floris Göbel lives in the Jordaan with his ball python Mr. Tortellini: ‘He’s my buddy, even if the love is a bit one-sided’

Presenter and animal expert Floris Göbel shares his dedication to wildlife protection while living in Amsterdam with his pet royal python, Meneer Tortellini. Göbel utilizes his platform to advocate ...

Were the Dutch ever truly tolerant of gay people? Researcher Linda Duits doesn't think so: 'But now the aversion is open'

Social scientist Linda Duits argues that historical claims of Dutch tolerance regarding homosexuality and women's rights are being challenged by current social trends. She notes that support for these...

Yvonne (54) is disabled and would like a sewing machine to make clothes for her dog Jantje

Amsterdam resident Yvonne Tulp is seeking a sewing machine to make clothes for her dog after being forced to stop working due to illness. Additionally, an Iranian asylum seeker named Mohammad Nojavan ...