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Arming children against online dangers: Pepijn and Greta inform parents through theater: ‘We hear intense things, death threats or photos of weapons’

Pepijn and Greta van Halderen perform interactive theater scenes at parent evenings to educate them about the online dangers children face on platforms like Snapchat and Roblox. Their performances, he...

Owner of Osdorp Garden Center on leaving the city: A piece of history is being lost

Tuincentrum Osdorp will move from its long-standing location in Amsterdam's Nieuw-West district to a new site in 2030 to make way for residential development. The iconic family business, which has ope...

93 people suffer burns from flares at PSV celebration

Ninety-three people suffered mostly first-degree burns from flares during PSV's championship celebration in Eindhoven on Tuesday. Despite a fireworks ban in the area, the injuries occurred among the c...

After 4,000 artworks, the Kinderkunstlijn comes to an end: ‘It’s been a wonderful 27 years’

After 27 years and approximately 4,000 participants, the Kinderkunstlijn youth art project in Zandvoort is coming to an end. Organizers Marianne Rebel and Hilly Jansen announced that this Friday will ...

Parliamentary majority wants to block Kanye West concert in Arnhem, but government is hesitant

A majority of the Dutch House of Representatives is calling for rapper Kanye West to be barred from entering the country to prevent his scheduled performance in Arnhem this June. The Dutch cabinet rem...

Diehard FC Utrecht fan and shirt collector Remco moved west for his wife and now also sings for the White Lions: ‘Humpa, humpa, humpa, tetete’

Remco Rijnbergen, a long-time FC Utrecht supporter, has adopted Telstar as his second club after moving to the west of the Netherlands for his wife. He describes the Velsen-based club as a smaller-sca...

Zandvoort Municipality too late with noise solution for Theater De Krocht: priest still seeks court ruling

The municipality of Zandvoort missed a four-week court deadline to resolve noise nuisance complaints involving Theater De Krocht and a local pastor. Consequently, the parish board has requested a form...

Overcrowded padel clubs frustrate players: ‘Almost impossible to get a court during the week’

The popularity of padel has led to a significant shortage of available courts, with player growth outstripping the construction of new facilities. This surge in demand has made it increasingly difficu...

Amsterdam vocational students’ reading and math skills continue to decline

Weekend tips: things to do in Amsterdam (April 10 to 12)

Amsterdam will host various events from April 10 to 12, including local markets and showcases for vintage items and design. Residents and visitors are invited to explore the city's terraces and outdoo...

World shot put champion Schilder star attraction at FBK Games

World champion shot putter Jessica Schilder will be a headlining athlete at the FBK Games in Hengelo on June 21. The event is recognized as the largest athletics competition in the Netherlands.

Schuur renovation costs rise by €500,000, opening delayed by six months

The expansion of theater De Schuur in Haarlem is facing a budget increase of approximately €500,000 and a six-month delay in its reopening. Despite the additional costs, Alderman Diana van Loenen in...

Marco's favorites: ‘The only place where I, as an Amsterdammer, say friet instead of patat’

Culture vlogger Marco Dreijer shares his favorite local spots in Amsterdam, highlighting his balance between exploring the city's creative museum scene and frequenting traditional pubs. He discusses s...

70-year-old from Haarlem in court for antisemitic articles on his website: 'I am for dialogue, but now see I was wrong'

A 70-year-old man from Haarlem appeared in court for publishing antisemitic articles on his website in 2022, which prosecutors characterize as group insult. The defendant admitted to being negligent a...

Minister decides against entry ban for rapper Ye for now

The Dutch Minister of Asylum and Migration, Bart van den Brink, has decided not to impose an entry ban on American rapper Ye for the time being. This decision follows requests from organizations like ...

King's Day 2026 in Amsterdam: What you need to know

On Telstar match days, Café Middeloo turns into a real football pub: ‘Telstar IJmuiden!!!’

Café Middeloo in Driehuis has established itself as a dedicated gathering spot for Telstar fans, transforming into a football-themed pub on match days. Supporters congregate at the cafe both before a...

Elementary students improve in reading and math, teacher shortage falls for second year

Amsterdam primary school students are showing improved reading and math performance, while the city's teacher shortage has decreased for the second year in a row. However, literacy levels among second...

Video | Alex Warren has Ziggo Dome singing along to global hit Ordinary

Crown Princess Amalia starts training with the Air Force

Crown Princess Amalia has started a position as a military work student with the Royal Netherlands Air Force. The Government Information Service (RVD) announced her new role on Wednesday.

Noa Vahle watches her diet for World Cup: 'Taking containers of quinoa to the stadium'

Dutch reporter Noa Vahle is following a strict low-carbohydrate diet to remain fit for her coverage of the upcoming FIFA World Cup this summer. She noted that while the diet is necessary for her prepa...

The story of the guru and the baron happened to cross the path of Sacha de Boer and Rick Nieman

Velsen May 4 and 5 Committee announces final remembrance program: starts April 12 in Westerveld

The Committee 4 and 5 May Velsen has announced the final schedule for memorial ceremonies and activities within the municipality. The events will commence on April 12 with the Sneeveld commemoration h...

From sex club to Skatecafé: nightlife in the Hamerkwartier

The AT5 program "De Straten van Amsterdam" explores the nightlife of the Hamerkwartier, a neighborhood that has transformed from a quiet industrial area into a vibrant entertainment hub. The episode f...

Seventeen arrested during PSV championship celebration

Seventeen people were arrested during PSV Eindhoven's championship celebration for offenses including fireworks use, vandalism, and assault. While most arrests occurred throughout the day and evening,...

In ‘Romería’, director tells the love story of her parents who died of AIDS: ‘Pain of an entire generation’

Tom Fassaert on his documentary ‘Between Brothers’: ‘I had to lay myself bare too’

Everything you need to know about King's Day flea markets in Amsterdam

On April 27th, Amsterdam will host traditional free markets as part of the city's King's Day celebrations. The article provides essential information for participants, including regulations on what it...

Javier Rameix is the new classical music programmer at Phil: 'I consider art and society as an ecosystem'

Javier Rameix has been appointed as the new classical music programmer at the Phil concert hall in Haarlem. He is launching his tenure with the '48 Hours of Spanish Classics' festival, which explores ...

Singer Rolf Sanchez to tour the Netherlands in October

Singer Rolf Sanchez has announced a new concert tour across the Netherlands starting in October. The tour will feature performances in seven different Dutch cities.