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Three young pianists bring African music to the Concertgebouw: 'Beethoven has his qualities, but so does this music'

Beyoncé joins Forbes’ list of richest self-made women for the first time

American singer Beyoncé has been included in Forbes' annual list of the richest self-made women for the first time. This follows her induction into the magazine's billionaire club in December.

Rosalía postpones US tour due to family emergency

Spanish singer Rosalía has postponed the first three performances of her United States tour due to an unspecified family emergency. Concert organizer Live Nation announced the delay, though specific ...

Weekend tips: things to do in Haarlem (June 5-7)

This article provides a guide to activities and events taking place in Haarlem during the weekend of June 5 to June 7. It notes that this time of year is particularly enjoyable for visiting and experi...

Her architecture is not just an exterior to look at: the multifaceted work of Amsterdam's Afaina de Jong on display at the Van Eesteren Museum

From Iranian to Latin music and from Moroccan to electronic beats: Disco Tehran lands in Amsterdam

Persistent Haarlem man (25) who overslept sent to jail after three laughing gas offenses: 'Prison is just not fun, you know?'

A 25-year-old man from Haarlem has been sentenced to prison after being caught with nitrous oxide in a vehicle on three separate occasions. The defendant arrived late to his court hearing on Thursday ...

Amsterdam grants De Ceuvel creative hub an extra year, until early 2028

'Better a mean mom than a (too) nice one': experts give refreshing parenting tips

Rebecca Boektje and Saskia Weerstand, creators of the 'Moeders of Loeders' podcast, have released a new book titled 'Ongefilterd' offering unconventional parenting advice. The authors provide a realis...

Writer Lieke Marsman (35) knew she was going to die but wanted to live: ‘Who determines what senseless suffering is?’

The Dutch writer and poet Lieke Marsman has passed away at the age of 35 while visiting Paris for the Roland Garros tennis tournament. Marsman was highly regarded for her literary talent, philosophica...

Recipe for an Oranje hit: take a proven melody and a dash of national pride

As the World Cup approaches, various artists are releasing festive songs to support the Dutch national football team. These tracks typically aim for success by combining catchy, proven melodies with t...

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Second posthumous Prince album with vault tracks to be released in August

A second posthumous album by Prince, titled Timeless, is scheduled for release in late August. The record features ten previously unreleased songs discovered in the late singer's private archives.

Life of country singer Shania Twain to be made into a film

A biopic about the life of Canadian country singer Shania Twain is currently in development. The film will be written and directed by Leah McKendrick.

Sera frustrated by mistakes during national anthem: 'Of course nerves play a role'

Singer Sera expressed regret after making two lyrical errors while performing the Dutch national anthem before a football match between the Netherlands and Algeria on Wednesday. She admitted to being ...

Women's equality crucial, expert says after abuse case

Following a major police investigation into the sexual abuse of drugged women and the sharing of illicit footage, expert Michelle Rasch calls for a fundamental cultural shift toward gender equality. S...

VPRO takes over small house near Paradiso: ‘Honored if it can become art history’

TV biologist Floris Göbel and girlfriend are opposites: 'It just works'

TV biologist Floris Göbel and his girlfriend Merel Udink reflect on their nine-year relationship in a recent interview with LINDA. meiden. Despite having contrasting interests, Göbel shares that the...

Documentary captures the nightlife of our four-legged and winged neighbors: Amsterdam Wildlife by Night

Almost a kilometer of bunting: how the World Cup comes to life in the streets of IJmuiden

IJmuiden is preparing for the 2026 World Cup with nearly a kilometer of flags decorating its streets ahead of the tournament's start. The Dutch national team is scheduled to play its opening match aga...

Court sentences man to one year in prison for robbery of former racing driver Robert Doornbos

A 23-year-old man from Amsterdam was sentenced to one year in prison, with three months suspended, for the violent robbery of former racing driver Robert Doornbos. The incident occurred on March 18, 2...

Dutch national team heading to the United States for World Cup

The Dutch national football team departed from Schiphol Airport on a KLM flight to New York on Monday afternoon. The team is traveling to the United States for the World Cup, which begins next week in...

Alex Warren to release second album in August

Singer Alex Warren announced on Instagram that his second album, titled WILDCHILD, will be released on August 28. The 13-track project includes his recently released singles FEVER DREAM and FINE PLACE...

Holly Mae Brood stars in new Videoland series La Vida Barcelona

Actress Holly Mae Brood has been cast in the lead role of the new Videoland series titled "La Vida Barcelona." The streaming service announced on Thursday that filming for the production is currently ...

Disneyland Paris still hasn't recouped billion-euro investment after 34 years

Disney has not yet recouped its multi-billion euro investment in Disneyland Paris after 34 years of operation. An analysis by theme park journalists indicates that the resort still faces a deficit of ...

BOOS celebrates tenth anniversary with special evening at AFAS Live

The BNNVARA program BOOS will celebrate its tenth anniversary with a special event at AFAS Live in September. Hosted by Tim Hofman, the evening will feature retrospective clips, stories, and discussio...

Castricum artist collective CAKtwo gets permanent spot in Muiderslot moat

The Castricum artist collective CAKtwo has secured a permanent location for their artwork, "WATERJUFFER," in the moat of Muiderslot in Muiden. The collective, comprised of Marina Pronk, Berend Wijers,...

We’re back and it’s great! Watch Oranje on these 9 screens in Amsterdam

The football World Cup begins on June 14 with the Dutch national team's opening match against Japan. This article highlights nine venues in Amsterdam where supporters can watch the games on large scre...

Special Olympics coming to Haarlem

Haarlem will host the Special Olympics National Games from June 12 to 14, featuring over 3,000 athletes with intellectual disabilities competing in 27 different sports. The event begins with a traditi...

De Adriaan Windmill out of scaffolding

Scaffolding has been removed from the Adriaan Windmill in Haarlem as painting and restoration work nears completion. While the mill's cap was waterproofed and woodwork repaired, a large rotten beam wa...