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Heineken Experience celebrates 25th anniversary with free entry for Amsterdammers: ‘No way I’d pay thirty euros, but this was a nice gesture’

Second-hand bookstore in Kinkerbuurt faces closure due to steep rent hike

The second-hand bookstore Sterre der Zee in Amsterdam's Kinkerbuurt faces closure after the death of its owner and a proposed tripling of the rent by the landlord, Stadgenoot. A group of volunteers is...

Olav Mol and Jack Plooij to preview Formula 1 for KIJK

Olav Mol and Jack Plooij are returning to television to provide Formula 1 race previews for Talpa's platform KIJK. The duo's return was announced by Talpa on Friday, marking their comeback to F1 broad...

'Replica' of Golden Coach drives through the Jordaan: "Nice that there's a dachshund on it"

Artist Riny Assink paraded his hand-built replica of the Golden Coach through Amsterdam's Jordaan neighborhood to honor the area's historical connection to the original royal carriage. The replica, wh...

Máxima completes first part of military training: 'An example to many'

Queen Máxima has completed the first phase of her military training as a reservist for the Dutch Ministry of Defence. She received her beret during a ceremony in Breda on Friday afternoon, where the ...

Cycling back to the ferry together: Students create project to improve sense of safety in Amsterdam North

Amsterdam theater maker Yassine el Amriti (24): ‘The common thread in my work is the desire to belong’

Leontine Ruiters resumes work after car accident

Dutch personality Leontine Ruiters has returned to work following a car accident on Ibiza involving her and her daughter Jada. Despite suffering bruised ribs and several bruises, Ruiters is continuing...

Stacks of Donald Ducks or books on Golden Earring and Heemskerk: PKN book sale proceeds for Reigershoeve residents. 'A nice little gift for your granddaughter'

The Protestant Church in Heemskerk is hosting a book market in the local Dorpskerk to raise funds for the Reigershoeve care facility. Visitors can purchase a variety of items, including comics and bio...

Singer Kehlani coming to Ziggo Dome in December

American singer Kehlani is scheduled to perform at the Ziggo Dome in Amsterdam on December 6. The concert announcement was made by promoter MOJO on Friday as part of the singer's visit to the Netherla...

No one is safe in central Amsterdam, especially not Harry Styles

Group vandalizes Mevlana Mosque in Rotterdam

A group of six individuals committed acts of vandalism at the Mevlana Mosque in Rotterdam-West while people were inside the building. The police reported that the incident occurred while the mosque wa...

Take grandpa or grandma out for dinner for free? Soon possible in Haarlem

On Thursday, June 4th, Haarlem will celebrate Grandparents' Day by offering free meals for elderly residents when they are accompanied to local restaurants. This initiative encourages people to take t...

De Achterklap Podcast | Anger over drug documentary and 'AI presenter' Kids Top 20

The Achterklap Podcast discusses controversy surrounding the introduction of an AI presenter for the Kids Top 20 program. Additionally, a new documentary about youth drug use is sparking significant p...

Lecture at Heimanshof on the importance of drifting dunes

Ecologist Mark van Til from Waternet will deliver a lecture on the importance of shifting dunes on Sunday, June 7. The event will be hosted at the Heimanshof botanical garden.

Danish Queen Margrethe discharged from hospital

Queen Margrethe of Denmark has been discharged from the hospital and is returning to Fredensborg Castle. While the 86-year-old former monarch is doing well, the court stated that she will need to take...

Marcel Musters asked followers for a Euro and was promptly out of debt

Kaj Gorgels and Jessie Jazz Vuijk welcome second child: 'Our golden boy'

Presenter Kaj Gorgels and model Jessie Jazz Vuijk have welcomed their second child, a son named Xandro Rio. The couple announced on Instagram that the baby was born on May 21.

Haarlem Bowls marks 30 years. Surprisingly fun for young and old. 'It’s mainly a tactical game'

Haarlem Bowls is celebrating its 30th anniversary and hosting introductory clinics every Wednesday evening in June at its facility in Haarlem-Noord. The club aims to increase awareness of the sport, w...

Video | Bram Krikke pranked on first day at Qmusic morning show

Haarlem City Theater spotlights dance: ‘We have breakers, lockers and free runners. And fantastic pole dancers’

Stadsschouwburg Haarlem has announced that dance will feature prominently in its upcoming season's programming. The diverse lineup includes styles such as breaking and pole dancing, alongside performa...

Review: Slightly too many singers, but flashes of bliss in Mozart’s Mass in C minor

Initially a meter too short, FC Volendam’s new pitch ranks mid-table; AZ and Telstar at the bottom

Despite FC Volendam's relegation, Eredivisie captains ranked the club's new grass pitch in the middle of the league standings for quality. Other teams, including AZ and Telstar, performed poorly in th...

Hungarian police will no longer ban Budapest Pride

Hungarian police have announced that they see no reason to ban the upcoming Budapest Pride parade, a reversal from last year's prohibition. This policy change follows the transition from the nationali...

Supermarket Dirk skips World Cup fever: ‘Promotions only make groceries more expensive’

Dutch supermarket chain Dirk has announced it will not participate in World Cup-related promotional campaigns, stating that such marketing efforts drive up the cost of groceries. While competitors lik...

Telstar pitch worst in Eredivisie, AZ also scores poorly

A ranking by players' union VVCS reveals that Eredivisie captains rated Telstar's pitch as the worst in the league last season, while AZ also scored poorly in 16th place. PSV earned the highest rating...

New Pieter Vermeulen Museum depot in IJmuiden named after late curator Wim Bosch

The Pieter Vermeulen Museum in IJmuiden has officially opened its new depot, naming it in honor of the late curator Wim Bosch. The commemorative plaque was unveiled by Bosch's brother, Kees, in a cere...

Videoland making documentary about Suzan & Freek's GelreDome shows

Videoland will release a documentary titled "Suzan & Freek: We Vieren Het Leven" on June 13. The film follows the Dutch musical duo as they prepare for their series of sold-out concerts at the GelreDo...

Prosecutors seek to seize over 8 million euros in drug profits from Quincy Promes

Even cautious dismantling of Werf Conrad goes too far for PRO, D66, VVD and CDA; developer given free hand

A majority of political parties, including PRO, D66, VVD, and CDA, have decided against a careful inspection of the historic Werf Conrad administrative building to uncover potential hidden heritage. C...