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Wietske and Ben form a band, but also work in construction and journalism: 'Musicians should take a stand against low rates'

Members of the band Jacht, who reside in Amsterdam and Haarlem, discuss the financial challenges of balancing their music careers with professional work in construction and journalism. They argue that...

Wouter Klootwijk on what modern diners really want: ‘We still think for ourselves occasionally, but a lot is thought for us’

In his weekly column, Wouter Klootwijk discusses the expectations of modern restaurant guests and how the hospitality industry often makes choices for them. He specifically focuses on the role of mayo...

Follow the journey of drinking water with the Duin en Dorst podwalk: Waternet releases free interactive walk

Waternet has released a new interactive podwalk titled "Duin en Dorst," which guides walkers through the three-month journey of drinking water. The free audio tour provides educational insights into t...

Harry Styles fans volunteer in exchange for tickets

Approximately 200 Harry Styles fans are volunteering for the Salvation Army in Amsterdam in exchange for tickets to the singer's upcoming record-breaking concert series at the Johan Cruijff Arena. Thr...

What’s wrong? ‘After a long and caring life, we have had to say goodbye to...’

A reader has pointed out a common grammatical error in Dutch funeral notices where the phrasing incorrectly attributes a long life to the survivors instead of the deceased. This mistake often occurs d...

Zwanenburg champions again with help from Ouderkerk

Zwanenburg secured the championship and promotion to the third class following a 0-0 draw against Hertha. The title was confirmed after their rival, Urban Talent, lost 3-2 to Ouderkerk.

How a pearl necklace making course in Japan changed 66-year-old Marja's life: Now she is at the Hillegom art market

66-year-old artist Marja is showcasing her pearl necklaces at the Montmartre 2026 art market in Hillegom after learning the craft in Japan. The event seeks to connect local artists with each other and...

Wildfires once only ruined Dutch peace of mind in Southern Europe, but now it’s our turn, says Lisanne van Sadelhoff

Lisanne van Sadelhoff explores the changing perception of forest fires, which the Dutch previously viewed as a distant problem encountered only during vacations in Southern Europe. She argues that wil...

Why doesn't Amsterdam have a queer museum? These initiators are asking the same question

The Queer Museum Foundation is advocating for the establishment of a permanent queer museum in Amsterdam to preserve and showcase the city's LGBTQ+ history. While an initial exhibition is set to open ...

VOC Amsterdam defeats SEW in nerve-wracking handball final to claim national title

VOC Amsterdam has claimed the Dutch women's handball national title after a narrow 28-27 victory over SEW in a tense final held in Geleen. This victory marks the eighth championship in the club's hist...

Artist Roni Klinkhamer must leave studio-home after half a century; ‘Playing with the unexpected is the most beautiful thing’

Artist Roni Klinkhamer is being forced to leave her combined studio and home in Haarlem's Cornelissteeg after fifty years. The residence has served as her creative hub and long-term base as an artist ...

When Mother's Day isn't a celebration: 'I still cry for the mother I never had'

While Mother's Day is a celebration for many, it can be a painful day for those who have lost their mothers or never had a meaningful relationship with them. The article discusses how to cope with the...

Diver John van den Goorbergh appointed Member of the Order of Orange-Nassau for dedication to Diving Team IJmond

John van den Goorbergh from IJmuiden has been appointed a Member of the Order of Orange-Nassau for his long-standing commitment to the IJmond Diving Team. The royal decoration was presented by Mayor D...

Haarlem songwriter Renee (25) featured on Armin van Buuren track: 'Friends say I should show it off more'

Haarlem-based singer-songwriter Renee Schnater, performing as Renee Rose, is featured on and co-wrote Armin van Buuren's new track "Lost In Time." The song was recently named a "future favorite" on th...

Plenty of tickets still available for Harry Styles concert series in Amsterdam: ‘Organizer overestimated demand’

Who wants to volunteer at De Zandhaas windmill? Pasquale (12) wants to 'in my spare time'

The De Zandhaas windmill in Santpoort-Noord opened its doors during National Mill Day to attract new volunteers and address a current labor shortage. Organizers hope to find enthusiastic candidates wi...

Festival-goers react to last-minute cancellation of Music On: ‘I planned my holiday around it’

Radio DJ Edwin Evers has diabetes: 'Life stands still for a moment when you hear that'

Radio 538 DJ Edwin Evers announced during his show Evers & Co that he has been diagnosed with diabetes. He shared the news during the "word of the week" segment, describing the significant impact the ...

Judge definitively axes house festival: "This is the death blow for us"

A Dutch judge has upheld the cancellation of the "Music On" house festival in Amsterdam after the municipality revoked its permit just one hour before the event was set to begin. The decision followed...

New documentary about Oasis in the works

Disney has confirmed a new documentary about the English rock band Oasis, focusing on their reunion tour from last year. The film is scheduled to be released in cinemas this September.

Israel warned by Eurovision over call for votes

The Eurovision Song Contest organization issued a formal warning to the Israeli broadcaster KAN after contestant Noam Bettan violated competition rules. The breach involved Bettan using multiple langu...

Anthony Correia hopes Sunday is his last home game as Telstar manager: 'A survival party in IJmuiden would be nice'

Anthony Correia will coach his final home game for Telstar this Sunday against Heracles, marking the end of his thirty-year association with the club. He expressed his hope that the match in IJmuiden ...

New Dutch citizens finding work faster and more often: "I can now contribute"

Data from the CBS shows that refugees with residence permits in the Netherlands are finding employment significantly faster than a decade ago, with 13% working within three months. Local initiatives a...

Patricia Paay makes TV comeback with her own reality show

Patricia Paay and her daughter Christina Curry will return to television with a new reality series on the RTL network. The broadcaster confirmed the project following reports from the Dutch newspaper ...

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Sold-out house festival organizer sues Amsterdam over cancellation

The organizers of the sold-out Music On Festival have filed a lawsuit against the municipality of Amsterdam in a final attempt to prevent the event's cancellation. A spokesperson stated that this lega...

Rihanna gets new tattoo designed by her children

Singer Rihanna has debuted a new tattoo that was personally designed by her young children. The artwork consists of a colorful drawing featuring scribbled lines created by her kids.

House festival Music On cancelled at last minute after permit revoked

Metal detector gives Melchior relaxation: 'Greatest find was a gold coin from 800 AD'

Melchior Ladee finds relaxation and historical treasures by using a metal detector to search fields and beaches. His most significant discovery to date is a gold coin dating back to 800 AD.

Rare first edition of Het Achterhuis with dust jacket and other masterpieces to go under the hammer in Haarlem

A rare first edition of Anne Frank's 'The Diary of a Young Girl,' complete with its original dust jacket, will be auctioned later this month at Bubb Kuyper Veilingen in Haarlem. The auction also featu...