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Prince's estate releases new single ten years after his death

To mark the tenth anniversary of Prince's death, his estate has released a previously unreleased recording of the song "With This Tear." The track is being issued as a new single to commemorate the la...

Nathan Bell’s blues about the flip side of the American Dream. ‘Optimism as a survival mechanism’

American folk and blues musician Nathan Bell is returning to Haarlem this Wednesday to perform music from his new album, "Demokracy Blues." The record features raw blues sounds and confrontational lyr...

EU court: Hungary violates EU rules with law on LGBTQ+ content

The European Court of Justice has ruled that Hungary's law restricting access to LGBTQ+ content violates EU treaties by stigmatizing and marginalizing individuals. The ruling follows a legal challenge...

Video | Singer d4vd appears in court over death of girl in trunk

Video | King Charles reminisces about his 'darling mama'

Netflix hit Baby Reindeer to get Dutch stage version

A Dutch theater adaptation of the Netflix hit Baby Reindeer is in development, featuring comedian Thijs van de Meeberg in the lead role. The production follows the story of a comedian whose life unrav...

Vandals destroy beloved bird sculpture: Haarlem Sculpture Gallery left with fragments and the bill

The sculpture 'Hirondelle,' a piece representing vulnerability located near Houtplein in Haarlem, was destroyed by vandals over the past weekend. The Beeldengalerij Haarlem is now left with the fragme...

Local resident voluntarily goes to prison in new season of Hell or Hotel

Wybren van Haga from Haarlem will voluntarily spend time in prison alongside London Loy for the new season of the television show 'Hel of hotel.' The program follows their experiences as they choose t...

Dino exhibition opens in Zandvoort with 15 shipments and moving giants

The 'World of Dinos' exhibition is set to open this Saturday, April 25, at the former Holland Casino in Zandvoort. The display features life-sized, moving dinosaurs including the T-Rex and Velocirapto...

Madonna offers reward for missing Coachella performance clothes

Singer Madonna is offering a reward for the return of clothing she wore during her Coachella performance on Friday. The items went missing after the show, prompting the artist to issue a public appeal...

King's Day to be dry and cool with some sunshine

King's Day is expected to be dry and cool, with temperatures ranging from 11°C in Dokkum to 16°C in the southeast of the Netherlands. The preceding King's Night will be particularly cold, with inlan...

Singer d4vd maintains innocence in case of girl found dead in trunk

American singer d4vd has maintained his innocence following his arrest on Friday on suspicion of murdering 14-year-old Celeste Rivas. The victim was found in a car trunk, and the case has drawn signif...

Horror in Russia under the rule of 'tsar' Vladimir Putin

The article examines Vladimir Putin's rise from a KGB spy to a dictator and the subsequent regime of oppression in Russia. It highlights the transformation of the country under his rule, referencing l...

Boniface murdered in Dokkum, site of King's Day, but also worked in Velsen to convert locals

King Willem-Alexander will celebrate his 59th birthday in Dokkum, the historical Friesland town where the English missionary Saint Boniface was killed in 754 AD. While famously associated with Dokkum,...

Documentary reveals exactly why almost all Americans love Dolly Parton

The best food for King's Day and Night in central Amsterdam

The Foundling Podcast: Towel in which Lieve was found has been identified

A new lead has emerged in the search for foundling Lieve's biological family after a woman recognized the specific towel and clothing Lieve was discovered in 15 years ago. Detective Gerard van den Haa...

Rebel Wilson accused of 'malicious fabrications' on first day of defamation case

On the first day of a defamation trial, lawyers for actress Charlotte MacInnes accused Rebel Wilson of spreading "malicious fabrications" regarding claims of inappropriate behavior by a film producer....

Toos & Henk - April 21

Cartoonist Paul Kusters produces the 'Toos & Henk' comic strip, which is published every Monday through Saturday. The series features his unique perspective on current events and daily news.

Christina Applegate thanks fans after hospitalization: 'Getting better every day'

Christina Applegate thanked her fans on Instagram for their support following a recent hospitalization for ongoing health issues. The actress shared that she is recovering and feeling stronger every d...

Action at last for derelict Villa Santwyck in Hillegom: Apartments in monument, family homes in backyard

After years of neglect and multiple changes in ownership, Villa Santwyck in Hillegom will finally be renovated. The project aims to convert the historic building into seven apartments and construct ei...

Marocaine chef once received a 9- from Johannes van Dam for his previous restaurant

Skippers critical of extra measures on the water during King's Day

AVROTROS considers legal action after disruption of Eva talk show

AVROTROS is considering legal action against two men who disrupted a live recording of the talk show Eva on Monday evening. The broadcaster is evaluating its options after the individuals interrupted ...

Overlooked Twente war story finally gets national stage: ‘It’s time everyone hears this’

Arthur Menko has produced a podcast documenting the life of his great-uncle Sig Menko, a textile tycoon and chairman of the Jewish Council in Enschede during World War II. The project, supported by th...

Celebrate peace through song at the Grote or St. Bavo Church on May 9 with Popup Choir

On Saturday evening, May 9, a Popup Choir event will be held in the Grote or St.-Bavokerk to celebrate peace through communal singing. The event invites the public to join together for a shared musica...

Singer d4vd charged with murder of 14-year-old girl

American singer d4vd has been charged with first-degree murder by the Los Angeles District Attorney's office. He is suspected of killing 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez.

'The Eden Cinema' is an orange-yellow hell where lives fail to bloom

Russian protest artist Pavel Krisevich (25) denied entry to the Netherlands

The Dutch Ministry of Foreign Affairs has denied a temporary visa to Russian protest artist and former political prisoner Pavel Krisevich. Consequently, his scheduled performance at the De Balie debat...

Anniversary bridge club BC Het Hart van Santpoort celebrates in style with Las Vegas party. ‘Everyone was watching closely as he opened his box of tricks’

Bridge club BC Het Hart van Santpoort celebrated its 35th anniversary on Saturday with a Las Vegas-themed party for its members. The event featured a variety of entertainment, including a magic show, ...