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Art director Rick (60) has lived on P.C. Hooftstraat for nearly 20 years: ‘I’m a maximalist, I love having a lot’

For nearly twenty years, Rick Visser has lived in an apartment on Amsterdam's P.C. Hooftstraat, where he avoids the local luxury boutiques. A self-described maximalist, he curates his home using uniqu...

A different turn to the finish: builders prepare Olympic Stadium for marathon

The Olympic Stadium in Amsterdam is being prepared for the upcoming marathon, which will feature a change in the route within the arena. Runners will now navigate the track in the opposite direction t...

The musical Cats now takes place in the Rijksmuseum: ‘All cats emerge from The Night Watch’

The musical Cats has been updated with a new setting inside the Rijksmuseum, featuring costumes inspired by famous works of art. Performer Nurlaila Karim portrays the character Grizabella in this prod...

NOS presenter Afke Boven gets engaged

NOS news presenter Afke Boven has announced her engagement to her partner, Hasper, a commander at Rijkswaterstaat. The couple met eight years ago during a sailing competition and Boven shared the news...

Domien Verschuuren is new voice-over for De Verhulstjes following death of Cees Geel

Domien Verschuuren will replace the late actor Cees Geel as the voice-over for the reality series De Verhulstjes. Geel, a well-known Dutch actor and voice artist, passed away in July at the age of 61.

Tolhuistuin garden in Amsterdam-Noord closed due to persistent nuisance

The Tolhuistuin garden in Amsterdam-Noord has closed its gates to the public due to persistent safety issues involving aggressive behavior and alcohol consumption. Director Anne Schaepman stated that ...

Amsterdam folk-pop duo Sarah Julia played shows with Neil Young and Alanis Morissette: 'A good way to gain experience'

Dutch sisters Sarah and Julia Nauta have evolved from Junior Songfestival contestants into a successful folk-pop duo with a growing international following. They recently performed as opening acts for...

Two recovered Renoir paintings appear slightly damaged

Two stolen Renoir paintings worth up to 10 million euros were recovered in Marseille after being found hidden behind a wall. Although six suspects have been arrested, the artworks sustained damage, in...

From Asia to Amsterdam-Noord: photographer Jaap van den Beukel captures how people relate to their environment

Photographer Jaap van den Beukel is showcasing his work in a new exhibition titled In the Neighbourhood at Hotel Arena in Amsterdam. The collection features photographs and documentary film fragments ...

Tolhuistuin garden closed during the day due to persistent nuisance: We are removing mattresses and other junk from everywhere

Tobey Maguire officiates ex-wife's wedding weeks after their divorce

Actor Tobey Maguire officiated the wedding of his ex-wife Jennifer Meyer to billionaire heir Geoff Ogunlesi shortly after their divorce was legally finalized. The former couple, who split in 2016, hav...

Help shape the future of living in Amsterdam

The city of Amsterdam is currently developing new residential plans to address the challenges of population growth and a changing housing market. Officials are inviting citizens to contribute their id...

Ajax is playing quite well but needs to start winning now

In the Branie podcast, Menno Pot and Daan Sutorius discuss Ajax's recent struggle to secure wins despite playing well. The team faces a demanding schedule ahead with both domestic and Conference Leagu...

Old church tower in Spaarndam restored

The tower of the Oude Kerk in Spaarndam has been fully restored, featuring repairs to its clockwork, bell installation, and structural exterior. The project was completed in time for the church's 400t...

Media watchdog to impose new sanctions on ON! following Hitler segment

The Dutch Media Authority intends to sanction the broadcaster ON! after an online program contained positive references to Hitler. This move coincides with an ongoing effort by the media minister to r...

Nicolas Cage will no longer work with Amazon following AI conflict

Nicolas Cage has stated he will no longer collaborate with Amazon due to his strong opposition to the company's significant investment in artificial intelligence. The actor, who believes AI threatens ...

Fundaparel: living in a former warehouse on Prinseneiland

A 71-square-meter apartment located in a historic 1650 warehouse on Amsterdam's Prinseneiland is currently on the market for 550,000 euros. The property features original wooden beams and large arched...

Vacancy: reporting intern, PS or arts at the Het Parool editorial office

Het Parool is offering full-time, three-month writing internships in Amsterdam for students interested in local reporting or arts and culture journalism. Interns will operate as full members of the ed...

Four-year prison sentence for two brothers who extorted four men who thought they had a date with a 15-year-old girl

Two brothers, Trevor and Anoear P., were sentenced to four years in prison, with one year suspended, for extorting four men. The victims were threatened with exposure after they believed they were mee...

Artis pleased with new zoo regulations: "Easier and faster to improve animal welfare"

The Dutch government is planning to overhaul zoo regulations to reduce bureaucratic red tape and improve animal welfare standards. The Artis zoo in Amsterdam welcomes the change, noting that simplifie...

Cabinet introduces stricter rules for zoos, potential total ban on animal interaction

The Dutch cabinet is introducing stricter regulations for zoos to enhance animal welfare, including a potential total ban on direct human-animal interaction. Additionally, new policies will mandate th...

Opera Cherry Town prompts reflection: are the residents of the Soviet district really better off in those new apartment buildings?

Cherry Town is a collaborative production by the Dutch National Opera and other partners that examines the displacement of residents in a Soviet-era neighborhood. The show uses choreography, Shostakov...

Maxime Meiland and Sjinkie Knegt in this year's Expeditie Robinson

The new season of the reality survival program Expeditie Robinson features a lineup of Dutch and Belgian celebrities competing against each other. The show will be hosted by Nicolette Kluijver and Eds...

From Rollator Rave to Techno Therapy: ADE is for everyone. Tips for free activities

The Amsterdam Dance Event will take place from October 21 to 25, offering a record-breaking program of music and culture across the city. The festival features inclusive activities ranging from techno...

Ben Affleck feels like a less capable parent than ex Jennifer Garner

Ben Affleck has shared that he feels his parenting skills do not measure up to those of his ex-wife, Jennifer Garner, a sentiment his children have jokingly validated. The actor expressed immense resp...

The Strokes are on a roll at the Ziggo Dome, but Julian Casablancas could have left the autotune at home

The Strokes performed a concert at the Ziggo Dome in Amsterdam. While the band was in good form, older songs were more successful than newer ones, and lead singer Julian Casablancas's use of autotune ...

Repair Café can stay on Kalverstraat longer: You build a bond with your clothes through repair and are less likely to throw them away

The Repair Café on Amsterdam's Kalverstraat has extended its operations until the end of the year due to high demand. Designers from Creator Holy assist locals with clothing repairs every Wednesday, ...

Satirical film Digger starring Tom Cruise threatens to become the biggest flop ever

The satirical film Digger, starring Tom Cruise, is projected to be a major financial flop after earning only $20 million worldwide in its opening weekend. Despite a high production budget and support ...

Lance Bass earned only 35 dollars a day during *NSYNC's heyday

Lance Bass revealed that he earned only 35 dollars per day at the height of his fame with the boy band *NSYNC. He explained that the vast majority of the group's earnings went to management and the re...

Brave but slightly naive, Yvon Jaspers confronts farmers who previously appeared on Farmer Wants a Wife

Yvon Jaspers has produced a documentary investigating the potential link between pesticides and Parkinson's disease, prompted by her brother's diagnosis. Her efforts have led to confrontations with fa...