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Netherlands buys found medieval gold ring for over 83,000 euros

The Dutch state has purchased a medieval gold ring dating from the 9th or 10th century for 83,150 euros. The piece of jewelry will be added to the National Collection and loaned to a museum for exhibi...

Criticism of 'castrated' bull after Milan mosaic floor restoration

A mosaic floor restoration in Milan has sparked criticism after the bull's testicles were seemingly removed from the artwork. The restoration was necessary because the area had become worn down by tou...

Star chef Nick Bril speaks about accident in documentary: 'Worthless years'

In the documentary Rauw, star chef Nick Bril speaks publicly for the first time about the 2024 accident he caused that left his sous-chef, Joe Claridge, with life-altering injuries. Bril reflects on t...

Kanye cannot be kept away, but cabinet will monitor concert closely for antisemitism

The Dutch government announced it has no legal means to deny rapper Kanye West entry to the country for his scheduled concerts on June 6 and 8. State Secretary Claudia van Bruggen stated that authorit...

Discover the story behind Haarlem's ‘Woman in the Resistance’ artwork on TV tonight

The TV program 'Kunst in het wild' will explore the history and public reception of the 'Vrouw in het Verzet' artwork in Haarlem. The episode investigates the creative intent behind the monument and w...

Good news for young people in Beverwijk, Heemskerk and Wijk aan Zee: free IJmond Noord Library membership now until age 24

Bibliotheek IJmond Noord has extended free library memberships to young people up to the age of 24 in Beverwijk, Heemskerk, and Wijk aan Zee. Previously, the free membership was only available for tho...

Turmoil at Netflix adaptation of popular book, Anna Kendrick new director

Anna Kendrick has been appointed as the new director for the Netflix film adaptation of the popular book "The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo." The project has faced several production setbacks, making ...

Annemiek from Farmer Wants a Wife becomes a mother for the second time: 'Proud'

Annemiek Koekoek, a former participant in the Dutch television show Boer zoekt Vrouw, has announced the birth of her second child, a son. She shared the news on Instagram, expressing her pride alongsi...

How exciting is it to involve the whole city in a symphony? Composer Huang Ruo does it in the Holland Festival opening: ‘Together we form an orchestra’

Princess Ariane debuts at state banquet for Japanese imperial couple

Princess Ariane will make her debut at a state banquet on June 17 during a gala dinner for the Japanese imperial couple. The 19-year-old daughter of King Willem-Alexander and Queen Máxima was confirm...

Jeroen is ambassador for the Special Olympics 2026 in Haarlem: 'A huge honor'

Jeroen, a 40-year-old from Haarlem, has been named an ambassador for the Special Olympics 2026 for people with intellectual disabilities. He accepted the role after being invited by the director of th...

New Ajax manager Míchel tasked with winning title after relegation with Girona: What does it say about his appointment?

Why Wikipedia is still collaborating with AI chatbots despite declining traffic: ‘Our gift to the world’

Wikipedia founder Jimmy Wales explains that the encyclopedia continues to provide data to AI chatbots as part of its mission to share knowledge, despite the risk of declining site traffic. He also add...

Videos, games and other distractions. How do I get my child to read more?

The article addresses the common struggle parents face with balancing children's screen time and encouraging them to read more. It explores strategies to improve literacy skills and foster a genuine e...

Ajax reaches agreement with new manager: Michel signs until summer 2028

Ajax has reached an agreement with 50-year-old Miguel Ángel Sánchez Muñoz, known as Michel, to become the club's new head coach. The deal follows Ajax's qualification for the Conference League prel...

Controversial documentary about young drug users released: 'Starting a real conversation'

The controversial documentary series "Nachtkinderen" has been released on Videoland following criticism and a delayed premiere. The production follows young people between the ages of 15 and 25 to exp...

Artist Eric Claus, creator of the horse and rider sculpture on Laan der Nederlanden, dies

Artist Eric Claus, known for creating the horse and rider sculpture located at the Laan der Nederlanden in Haarlem, has passed away. His work was inspired by the history of the site, which sits atop t...

12-year-old daughter asks for 40-euro skincare: ‘Want to prevent her from feeling less than others’

Mia and Jasper, a couple focused on improving their financial situation, are facing new challenges after their 12-year-old daughter started high school. The parents are currently navigating her reques...

New Pieter Vermeulen Museum opens doors in IJmuiden and focuses on nature of Kennemerland

The Pieter Vermeulen Museum is set to open in IJmuiden on June 10th, focusing on the nature and environment of the Kennemerland region. The museum features a permanent exhibition exploring the relatio...

Great Zaan history quiz in Zaandam

The 11th edition of the Great Zaan History Quiz will take place at the Zaantheater in Zaandam on October 7. Organized by the Municipal Archive Zaanstad and Zaans Erfgoed, the event features teams comp...

Win 2 tickets for Guns N’ Roses at Ziggo Dome

Sydney Sweeney launches own production company and signs deal with Sony

Actress Sydney Sweeney has launched her own production company named Honey Trap. She has also signed a first-look deal with Sony Pictures, giving the studio the initial opportunity to develop projects...

For Million Dollar Listing Netherlands, every villa is in Amsterdam: ‘Foreigners don’t know Naarden’

Judge issues temporary restraining order against Sabrina Carpenter's alleged stalker

A judge has issued a temporary restraining order against a man accused of stalking singer Sabrina Carpenter. The singer reported that the individual repeatedly appeared at her Los Angeles home and had...

How Pride grew from a small gay party to a mega-event: "It’s always been a struggle"

Journalists Michiel Klaassen and Menno Sedee have released a book exploring the 30-year history of Amsterdam Pride and its evolution from a promotional party into a major activist event. The authors h...

Punctuation: On mothers and daughters, father and sons

The article discusses the enduring literary theme of relationships between parents and children. It highlights that the experiences of daughters and sons writing about their mothers and fathers remain...

Blake Lively seeks to recover legal costs from Justin Baldoni after settlement

Actress Blake Lively is requesting that a judge order Justin Baldoni to cover her legal expenses following their recent settlement. This move comes less than a month after the two reached an agreement...

Aalsmeer reaps the rewards of handball player Donny Vink's return: He's enjoying it again

Handballer Donny Vink has returned to Aalsmeer after a brief retirement, helping the team reach the national championship finals. The 27-year-old recently signed a one-year contract extension, citing ...

Documentary reveals just how filthy the North Sea floor is

The documentary 'De Noordzee BV' highlights the 'Fishing for Litter' project, which has removed more than 8.5 million kilograms of trash from the North Sea over the last 25 years. It explores the moun...

Toos & Henk - June 2

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