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Writer’s stone in Nieuwe Kerk for ‘grandmaster of Caribbean literature’ Frank Martinus Arion
Members of Quilt Club 'Out of the Box' exhibit best works at 't Mosterdzaadje in Santpoort-Noord: 'We all have our own style'
Members of the 'Out of the Box' quilt club are exhibiting their artistic textile works at 't Mosterdzaadje in Santpoort-Noord during the month of May. The exhibition features a variety of unique style...
The Foundling Podcast: DNA breakthrough in Lieve's search
Lieve, a foundling, achieved a breakthrough in the search for her biological family after a DNA test confirmed her Moroccan heritage and provided a match with a distant relative. Assisted by a private...
'The IJmond is full of workers', so Jan and Jan bring back Labour Day
Jan Berghuis and Jan Müter of the FNV union are reviving Labor Day traditions in the IJmond region with a celebration at Café de Zon on May 1st. The event aims to honor the area's strong working-cla...
A well-deserved tribute to Alexandra who welcomes the whole world to Amsterdam Central
Author and Holocaust survivor Edith Eger dies at 98
Edith Eger, the Hungarian-American psychologist and Holocaust survivor known for her bestselling book "The Choice," has died at the age of 98. Her family announced her passing on Monday through a soci...
Madonna and Sabrina Carpenter to release Coachella duet this month
Madonna and Sabrina Carpenter have announced the release of their duet "Bring Your Love" on April 30. The singers previously performed the track together earlier this month during a surprise appearanc...
Author and Holocaust survivor Edith Eger dies at 98
Hungarian-American psychologist and Holocaust survivor Edith Eger has passed away at the age of 98, as announced by her family on Instagram. She gained international acclaim for her bestselling book "...
EBU asks Eurovision fans for help finding 1956 and 1964 recordings
The European Broadcast Union is appealing to fans for assistance in locating lost footage of the 1956 and 1964 Eurovision Song Contests. These recordings are currently missing from the official archiv...
Taylor Swift registers voice and likeness against AI misuse
Taylor Swift has filed trademark applications for her voice and physical appearance to protect against unauthorized use by artificial intelligence. This proactive legal measure is intended to prevent ...
Toos & Henk - April 28
Cartoonist Paul Kusters provides a daily perspective on current events through his 'Toos & Henk' comic strip. The cartoon is published from Monday to Saturday, offering a unique take on topical news.
Marga van Praag: ‘My parents always told war stories with the same punctuation. I never heard the real story, about fear and guilt’
Former Jeugdjournaal presenter Marga van Praag reflects on growing up in the aftermath of World War II with parents who survived the conflict. She notes that while they shared repetitive stories, they...
Moluccan Corrie (75) was one of the passengers who arrived at Java-eiland 75 years ago
East now has a large city beach (on a rooftop) where a beer still costs 2.80 euros
Still plenty of music on the streets of Amsterdam, though police sometimes intervene: "They ruined the vibes"
Despite a municipal ban on amplified street music, numerous parties took place across Amsterdam's Jordaan and Negen Straatjes areas. Police were forced to intervene and shut down several events, speci...
Man pleads guilty in 2002 Run-DMC murder case
A 52-year-old man named Jay Bryant has pleaded guilty in a New York court for his involvement in the 2002 murder of Jam Master Jay, the DJ for the hip-hop group Run-DMC. Bryant admitted to letting the...
Two injured in stabbing after festival at Olympic Stadium in Amsterdam
Two people were injured and one suspect was arrested following a stabbing incident at the Olympic Stadium in Amsterdam on King's Day. The attack occurred around 8:50 PM shortly after a music festival ...
Ajax's Mika Godts credits Gerald Vanenburg and laughs at market value: '75 million? Yeah, fine!'
Ajax player Mika Godts credited Gerald Vanenburg for the technique used in his recent goal against NAC Breda, which drew comparisons to an iconic strike by Zlatan Ibrahimovic. Godts explained that del...
How King's Day turned Bakkum, Beverwijk, Heemskerk and Uitgeest orange
King's Day was celebrated across Bakkum, Beverwijk, Heemskerk, and Uitgeest with various local events and festivities. The celebrations featured live music, dance parties at local venues, and activiti...
NS: First people head home, stations in major cities crowded
The Dutch national railway (NS) reports significant crowds at train stations and on trains as the first King's Day celebrants begin traveling home. High passenger volumes are particularly noted in cit...
'Oortjes' missed on King's Day, otherwise it's like Festival Week: 'Heemskerk has become very vibrant'
Residents in Heemskerk celebrated King's Day with a lively atmosphere that many compared to the town's annual local festival week. Despite missing some traditional elements, the event saw large crowds...
Family enjoys quality time as youngest daughter learns value of money by selling homemade jewelry for an e-bike
On King's Day, the Cobelens family set up a market stall on the Zaanenlaan in Haarlem to sell various items and homemade jewelry. The family participated to enjoy the festive atmosphere while helping ...
King's Day in Amsterdam passing without major incidents so far
King's Day celebrations in Amsterdam are currently proceeding without major incidents, according to local police. Authorities report that crowd levels are comparable to a typical busy night out, descr...
Overveen shows its talent on King’s Day
Residents of Overveen showcased their diverse skills during a talent-themed celebration held on King's Day. The event highlighted the community's creative spirit and local talent.
From flea markets to running: how the region celebrated King's Day
King's Day was celebrated across the region with various activities, ranging from flea markets in Aalsmeer and Badhoevedorp to a running event in Loosdrecht. The atmosphere was described as festive an...
Royal visit to Dokkum draws 21,000 people, mayor pleased
Approximately 21,000 people attended the royal family's visit to Dokkum on Monday. Mayor Johannes Kramer of Noardeast-Fryslân expressed satisfaction with the event, noting it was busy but well-manage...
Toppling Trump, Netanyahu and Wilders
Participants at a Dutch King's Day flea market are using the event to raise money for various causes, including activities themed around political figures like Trump, Netanyahu, and Wilders. The tradi...
Municipality of Breda: city center square full
The Havermarkt square in Breda has reached its capacity during King's Day celebrations, prompting the municipality to implement a one-in, one-out policy. Authorities suggest that visitors move to othe...
Vanished: Haarlem’s EHS lasted nearly ninety years
The Haarlem football club Eendracht Houdt Stand (EHS) is featured in a series about defunct sports organizations. The club existed for nearly ninety years before merging with another entity in 2004.
Pirate boat, the 1988 Dutch national team and a cowboy on a hobby horse: ‘It’s often a party in Spaarndam anyway’
Spaarndam celebrated its 100th costumed parade on King's Day, featuring a variety of creative entries including a pirate boat and a tribute to the 1988 Dutch national football team. The festive proces...