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At Pentecost we still strive for the same feeling, says Richard Kemper: ‘Jesus lives! With a pill’

Richard Kemper discusses the meaning of Pentecost and humorously suggests that only those who know its significance should be entitled to the public holiday. He notes that he researched the topic hims...

Protest against foie gras at Spaklerweg wholesaler

Around 50 activists from Active for Justice protested at the Hanos wholesaler in Amsterdam to demand a ban on the sale and import of foie gras in the Netherlands. Although production is already illega...

The Script coming to Ziggo Dome in November

The Irish band The Script is scheduled to perform at the Ziggo Dome in Amsterdam on November 28. Ticket sales for the concert will begin next Friday.

Leisurely dining at Amsterdam’s longest table

A Beautiful Mess and Refugee Company are organizing "The Longest Table" event at the Oosterdokskade in Amsterdam on May 27. The initiative aims to set up a 1,000-meter-long table to host 1,500 guests ...

Pot market turns Haarlem green with stalls full of plants and flowers

The Potjesmarkt plant and flower market returned to Haarlem's Raamvest and Raamsingel on Friday evening. The event filled the area with numerous stalls showcasing a vibrant variety of greenery and blo...

The snack bar still offers surprises, even for the Snackspert

Exhibition: work by 41 artists in the Lustrumsalon of Atelier K84

Married At First Sight's Mariska and Peter split: 'Letting go is also love'

Mariska and Peter from the tenth season of the Dutch television show 'Married At First Sight' have announced their separation. The couple shared the news on Instagram, stating that their decision to s...

Caprera Wine Festival returns: major wine celebration in the Bloemendaal dunes

The Caprera Wine Festival returns to the Bloemendaal dunes this Sunday, May 24th, with warm and sunny weather expected. Organizers anticipate a highly atmospheric event given the favorable forecast.

De Achterklap Podcast | Feisty Amalia and dog interrupts Tatjana interview

The Dutch Royal Family recently held a press event where Princess Amalia's spirited personality was a point of discussion. The podcast also covers the television return of actress and singer Tatjana S...

Cpunt is theater, library, arts center and more. New director Dorien: 'We're going to have a hard time in the current political climate'

Dorien Lievense, the new director of the Haarlemmermeer cultural foundation Cpunt, aims to make the organization's library, theater, and art facilities more inclusive and accessible. She expressed con...

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Platform sees rise in Christian nationalism among far-right

Research platform Justice for Prosperity (JfP) has observed an increase in Christian nationalist symbols within far-right protests against immigration and asylum centers. This trend is becoming more p...

Haarlem literary historian Nop Maas (1949) dies: the life of Gerard Reve in two thousand pages as his life's work

The Haarlem-based literary historian and writer Nop Maas has passed away at the age of 76. He was best known for his monumental three-volume biography of Dutch author Gerard Reve, titled 'Kroniek van ...

Niall Horan didn't make song about Liam Payne too heavy: 'Only good memories'

Niall Horan has processed his grief over the death of his former One Direction bandmate Liam Payne by writing a song titled 'End Of An Era' for his new album, Dinner Party. The track focuses on positi...

Things to do in Amsterdam this Pentecost: from dancing in the sun to strolling through food festivals

Amsterdam offers a variety of activities for the upcoming Pentecost long weekend, including music festivals and food markets throughout the city. Residents and visitors can enjoy outdoor events and cu...

Red clay looks better, but what does it matter? Eva Vedder regained her form on the other color

Dutch tennis player Eva Vedder is currently competing in a tournament in Slovenia following a six-week stint playing in the United States. She noted that this week feels like her first genuine experie...

RTL won't change MAFS protocols, but continues evaluation after UK misconduct

RTL has decided not to change its protocols for the Dutch version of 'Married At First Sight' following sexual abuse allegations involving the British edition. Broadcaster RTL and producer ITV Studios...

Arrested BNNVARA journalist and cameraman from De Marker back in the Netherlands

BNNVARA journalist Gijs Sanders and his cameraman have returned to the Netherlands after being detained by Israel in international waters. The pair were reporting on the Global Sumud Flotilla at the t...

Alexia's helpless gaze gave an uncomfortable sense of complicity

Sahera (23) and Betelihem (24) on their friendship: We are the Afghan and Eritrean versions of each other

Sahera Fatah and Betelihem Alazar, two young women living in Haarlem, share the story of their deep friendship for a local feature. Despite their different backgrounds from Afghanistan and Eritrea, th...

Ajax-FC Utrecht in Volendam on Sunday moved forward to 12:15

Multiple women spat on and shot with gel blasters by youths near Westerpark

Ajax-FC Utrecht moved to 12:15 PM, fans of both clubs welcome in Volendam

The KNVB has moved the Conference League play-off final between Ajax and FC Utrecht to 12:15 PM on Sunday, with fans from both clubs permitted to attend the match in Volendam. Similarly, the Eredivisi...

De Koepel transforms into Ukrainian art laboratory during Promin culture festival this weekend

The Ukrainian culture festival Promin is taking place this weekend at De Koepel in Haarlem. Following its debut in Lisbon, Haarlem is the second city to host the event.

Britney Spears smelled of alcohol and slurred her speech during arrest

Britney Spears was arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence, with police reports noting she smelled of alcohol and spoke unclearly. During the stop, an officer also discovered a wine glass...

In addition to orgasm, wage, and pension gaps, there is also an autism gap, according to author Mirjam Groen

Author and journalist Mirjam Groen has released her debut book, "De autismekloof," which explores the differences in how autism is diagnosed and experienced in women compared to men. The work combines...

Sequel to Mel Gibson's The Passion of the Christ delayed: 'It will be powerful'

The two-part sequel to Mel Gibson's 2004 film The Passion of the Christ, titled The Resurrection of the Christ, has been delayed according to Variety. While filming for the production has reportedly c...

Wil Gorter’s Hat Museum started in her children's dressing-up box

The 'Zet ’m Op' Hat Museum in Andijk is featured as a volunteer-run museum gem that originated from founder Wil Gorters’ children's dress-up box. The article highlights the museum's unique atmosph...

Injuries and many arrests in fan brawl in Paris

Six people were injured and 65 arrests were made following violent clashes involving football supporters from Nice in central Paris. The incidents occurred near Gare de l'Est on Thursday night and Fri...