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Mutiny review: with chains, knives, axes and bare fists Jason Statham handles every villain – this time on a container ship

Look back: Santi went viral with failed selfie during first Formula 1 in Zandvoort

In 2021, Santi Greeven became viral after a failed attempt to take a selfie with Mercedes team principal Toto Wolff at the Zandvoort Formula 1 circuit when his mother called him at the crucial moment....

Review The Magic Faraway Tree: fairytale about boundless imagination feels small-minded instead

500 bullets in the facades: how a strike in Amsterdam got completely out of hand

In the summer of 1911, a strike by boat workers and sailors in the Amsterdam neighborhood of Kattenburg escalated into violent unrest. The workers were protesting to demand higher wages and improved f...

Squatter of Zwanenburg school building responds to neighborhood unrest: "I am not a pedophile"

A squatter who occupied a former school building in Zwanenburg has denied rumors suggesting he is a danger to children at the neighboring primary school. While local parents and residents have express...

Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy director John Irvin (86) dies

British director John Irvin, known for the television series Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy, has died at the age of 86. His producer confirmed that he passed away on August 11 surrounded by his family.

Video | Karol G receives marriage proposal from man during concert

DI-RECT to release new album in October: 'More personal than ever'

The Dutch band DI-RECT has announced that their new album, titled 'I: Keep The Fire On', will be released on October 9. The group describes the upcoming record as their most personal work to date.

Lady Gaga wins legal battle against surfboard company

A judge has dismissed a lawsuit filed by a surfboard company against Lady Gaga regarding the title of her album, Mayhem. The court ruled that the claims brought by the company were insufficient to pro...

Survival of Kwaku Festival seems assured, municipality joins organization in thinking ahead: 'Kwaku belongs to Southeast. Every year it says: this is who we are'

Carice van Houten didn't hold back: What is that climate witch doing there, naked in a barrel?

Zara Larsson wants control over ticket prices for her concerts: 'They are too high'

Singer Zara Larsson has expressed agreement with fans who find ticket prices for her upcoming concert in Bangkok too expensive. In response, she stated that she intends to have more control over ticke...

Soft Serve Day! 7 places to get a delicious soft serve ice cream in Amsterdam

In celebration of National Soft Ice Cream Day on Wednesday, August 19, various locations in Amsterdam are highlighted for their soft-serve ice cream offerings. Residents are encouraged to treat themse...

Olivia Colman joins cast of Only Murders In The Building new season

British actress Olivia Colman has been cast in the sixth season of the series Only Murders In The Building. Her involvement in the upcoming season was officially announced on Tuesday via the show's In...

Vacancy: internship at the social media editorial team of Het Parool

Ajax pubs angry at Ziggo for not broadcasting match: "I'm already paying a fortune"

Owners of Ajax-themed cafes in Amsterdam and Haarlem are upset with Ziggo Sport for not securing the broadcast rights to the upcoming Ajax match against FC Sion. Because the game will only be availabl...

Jan de Bie (1941-2026) organized the Jordaan Festival for nearly half a century, often against all odds: ‘He had a heart of gold’

There is only one victim of all the scandals, Lil Kleine believes – and it is himself

Anne-Mei Nguyen Blom (26), winner of the De Beeldmakers public award, on her residencies: ‘The seeds were planted in Brazil’

Nol Jansen Manenschijn (76) and Lydia Bodeker (86): ‘I walked her home and immediately sensed that something wasn't right there’

All episodes of De Fabeltjeskrant to be available on YouTube soon

All episodes of the Dutch children's series De Fabeltjeskrant are being released on YouTube with improved image and sound quality. The first ten episodes will be available on the show's official YouTu...

ZZ Top drummer Frank Beard dies at 77

Frank Beard, the drummer of the American rock band ZZ Top, passed away on Tuesday at the age of 77 following a long illness. His death was confirmed by a spokesperson for the musician.

JA21 staffer Maarten Brante dies after falling into the water at Prins Hendrikkade

Maarten Brante, a Ja21 staff member, podcast host, and photographer, has died at age 48 following a fatal accident in Amsterdam. He fell into the water at the Prins Hendrikkade on August 13 and passed...

JA21 staffer Maarten Brante dies after falling into water at Prins Hendrikkade

Maarten Brante, a political staffer for the JA21 party, has died at age 48 following a fatal accident on the Prins Hendrikkade in Amsterdam. He fell into the water in the early hours of August 13 and ...

New Marilyn Monroe Barbie doll released for her centenary

Toy manufacturer Mattel is releasing a new Marilyn Monroe Barbie doll to commemorate the actress's centenary. The doll is inspired by her iconic outfit from the film Gentlemen Prefer Blondes and will ...

How Dutch media and the inspectorate ended up on a collision course over Ozempic: ‘How can we ever write about healthcare again?’

Unknown man 'Lucky' was a regular at Amsterdam soup shop: "We had a bond"

Police are seeking to identify an anonymous man known as 'Lucky' who has been hospitalized for three years following a medical emergency that left him with aphasia. The man, a frequent visitor to a so...

From egg salad sandwiches to yellow curry chips: why we love visiting supermarkets abroad

Many travelers find visiting local supermarkets in foreign countries more engaging than traditional tourist sites. Experts suggest this trend is driven by human curiosity and the desire for novel expe...

Madonna leads MTV Video Music Awards with eleven nominations

Madonna has received eleven nominations for the MTV Video Music Awards, making her the top contender. She is followed closely by Taylor Swift, who has secured nine nominations.

Princess Diana's brother Charles Spencer to release book about her in September

Charles Spencer is set to release a book titled 'Zwanenzang. Diana, mijn zus' on September 22. The book offers a personal perspective on the life of his sister, the late Princess Diana.