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Ali B can still travel freely after devastating rape conviction: what’s next for the convicted artist

Rapper Ali B has been sentenced to three years in prison on appeal for rape, but his legal team is now taking the case to the Dutch Supreme Court. As the sentence is not yet final during the cassation...

Grandparents can feel like children again at the House of Old in Wognum

The Huis van Oud in Wognum is featured as a hidden museum gem in the AlleTijd weekend supplement. Run by volunteers, the museum offers a nostalgic experience that allows older visitors to reminisce ab...

Bonnie Tyler in induced coma after emergency bowel surgery

Bonnie Tyler has been placed in an induced coma following emergency intestinal surgery at a hospital in Portugal. The 74-year-old singer's spokesperson confirmed the procedure is intended to assist in...

Iranian visual artist Tina tries to take root in Sexbierum

Book presentation on Zuid-Kennemerland National Park in Engelmundus Church, Oud-Velsen: Author Jelle van der Helm to speak

On May 17, nature photographer Jelle van der Helm will present his book about South Kennemerland National Park at the Engelmunduskerk in Oud Velsen. Co-authored with Henk Wijkhuisen, the book explores...

Videoland seeking older princesses for third season of Máxima series

Streaming service Videoland is casting young actresses to portray Princesses Amalia, Alexia, and Ariane in the third season of the series Máxima. The call for older actresses indicates the production...

From EHL exit to missing the playoffs: Why did it go wrong for record champions Bloemendaal this season? 'Incredibly gutting. These are the best games of the year'

Bloemendaal, the joint record champion of the Netherlands alongside Amsterdam, has missed the field hockey playoffs for the first time since 2016. This disappointing season marks the end of their purs...

Handball finale far from home: SEW, VOC and Aalsmeer can clinch titles in Limburg

The women's handball teams SEW and VOC Amsterdam will compete for the Dutch national title this weekend in Geleen, Limburg. Simultaneously, the Aalsmeer men's team is participating in the Super Handba...

David Attenborough celebrates 100th birthday: 'Completely overwhelmed'

Sir David Attenborough expressed being "completely overwhelmed" by the numerous messages received for his 100th birthday. The British naturalist is marking the milestone on Friday with a special conce...

Toos & Henk - May 8

Cartoonist Paul Kusters shares his unique perspective on current affairs through the 'Toos & Henk' comic strip. The cartoons are published daily from Monday to Saturday.

Ali Chahrour created When I Saw The Sea in war-torn Lebanon: ‘We tried to survive through this performance, it was all we had’

Caroline Guiela Nguyen’s haute couture drama Lacrima reveals the tears behind the wedding dress of the century

Urban strategist Najah Aouaki: 'You have to accept that collaborating with residents is a process of trial and error'

Hildur Guðnadóttir, Holland Festival associate artist, sees music as a counterweight to a world that imposes itself far too loudly

The 5 Holland Festival productions Het Parool critics are looking forward to

Yardena (62) and Allon (32): ‘We weren’t easy on you, and we didn’t think the hospitality industry was a good idea at all’

Pianist Shane van Neerden performs Charles Ives at the Concertgebouw: ‘There are 513 notes on the first page’

Tante Leen’s cafe stood here on the Nieuwendijk, the singer who turned down the Eurovision Song Contest

Review: Kneecap proves they deserve a major stage with Fenian even after controversy

Singer-songwriter Naaz and composer Huba de Graaff on their opera Qaqnas: ‘When I look in the mirror, I see a free woman’

How artist Suzanne Bocanegra weaves her own web of stories with a tapestry of Charles V

Guilty or not? Christiane Jatahy lets the audience judge in the play A Trial – After An Enemy of the People

DJ Jorinde and Ost transform Het Slachthuis in Haarlem into dance venue: 'Mother's Day is a special day for us'

DJ Jorinde and the five-piece funk band Ost are hosting a dance event at Het Slachthuis in Haarlem this Sunday. Starting at 2:00 PM on Mother's Day, the performers will alternate 45-minute sets to pro...

Wrestler Bas leaves trail of unpaid bills and broken promises. 'I don't understand how someone can do this to others'

Show wrestler Bas has reportedly left behind a trail of unpaid debts and unfulfilled agreements totaling approximately 10,000 euros, including unpaid venue rent in Heemskerk. Despite his claims that h...

The Achterklap Podcast | Harsh words in Ali B verdict and is Gillis finally off TV?

Rapper Ali B has been sentenced to three years in prison following an appeal in his criminal case. Additionally, media personality Peter Gillis received sentences in two separate legal matters as part...

Video | Singer Rosalía learns what 'coming out' means from fan in London

Ruud Gullit aims to turn KLM Open orange as he takes on fellow World Cup stars: 'I forced Marco to join'

The KLM Open in Badhoevedorp will adopt a Dutch national theme and orange colors in anticipation of the football World Cup. Event director Ruud Gullit has organized a competition for former World Cup ...

Talpa cancels new season of Massa is Kassa due to Peter Gillis lawsuits

Talpa has suspended production of new seasons for the reality show 'Familie Gillis: Massa is Kassa' following legal convictions against star Peter Gillis. Gillis was recently sentenced to prison for t...

Weekend tips: things to do in Amsterdam from May 8 to 10

Following the Dutch national holidays on May 4th and 5th, Amsterdam offers various activities for the weekend of May 8-10. Residents and visitors can explore local art markets or attend theater shows ...

NOS and Talpa reach World Cup deal: highlights to be shown on VI and Oranjezomer

NOS and Talpa Network have reached an agreement regarding this summer's FIFA World Cup, allowing Talpa to broadcast highlights of all 104 matches on programs like Vandaag Inside and Oranjezomer. The N...