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Two men assaulted and robbed during dates in Red Light District, possibly more victims

Cardi B victim of credit card fraud: 'You’re going to get beat up'

Rapper Cardi B revealed in an Instagram livestream that four individuals committed credit card fraud using her payment information to spend large sums of money. She responded to the theft by threateni...

Actress Audrey Plaza is pregnant with first child

Actress Aubrey Plaza is expecting her first child with her partner, Chris Abbott. Her management confirmed the news to People magazine.

Majority of young vapers still use flavored vapes

A majority of young people in the Netherlands who vape continue to use prohibited flavored products despite a national ban, according to 2025 data from the Trimbos Institute. Although nearly all surve...

He smashed his face with a hammer to get his jawline as sharp as possible

Enormous piles of bulky waste at Sloten dumping ground: "Dramatic"

Residents in the Sloten neighborhood of Amsterdam are reporting an increase in illegal waste dumping after the city installed a concrete container intended to solve the problem. The municipality ackno...

Jessie Jazz Vuijk 'mourns' family expansion: 'No longer just the three of us'

Model Jessie Jazz Vuijk shared an emotional post on Instagram regarding her second pregnancy. She expressed that she is finding it difficult to adjust to the idea of her family no longer consisting of...

Pioniers coach fears chaos over new time limit: ‘What if a close game comes down to the last pitch? It has nothing to do with the game. Terrible’

Coaches from baseball teams Kinheim and Hoofddorp Pioniers have expressed concerns over new rule changes, including a controversial time limit, as they prepare for the upcoming Dutch Hoofdklasse seaso...

Measuring cup markings illegible after a few months. Is that normal? Bol.com thinks so

A customer reported that the markings on a measuring cup purchased from Bol.com became unreadable after only a few months of use. Despite the product's short functional lifespan, the retailer reported...

Haarlem North is number one fireworks hotspot: nearly 50% of citywide nuisance

Haarlem-Noord has been identified as the primary hotspot for firework nuisance in Haarlem during the recent New Year's Eve celebrations. Data released by the municipality reveals that nearly half of t...

Nearly one in three North Hollanders returning after their studies cannot find a home in their hometown

Nearly one in three young residents of North Holland who wish to return to their hometowns after finishing their studies are unable to find suitable housing. While many students move to cities for edu...

Aisha Dutrieux wholeheartedly agrees with the judge: everyone knows a cauliflower has no wings

The parents of a nine-year-old boy sued a football coach for forcing their son to play as a goalkeeper despite his reluctance. The judge ruled against the parents, stating that disputes over team line...

Singer Yves Berendse and girlfriend split after almost eight years

Dutch singer Yves Berendse and his partner Sophie Gladon have ended their relationship after nearly eight years together. The breakup marks the conclusion of a long-term partnership for the artist.

Nothing wrong with a little earwax: ‘It has a protective function’

ENT specialist Maarten Vijverberg explains that earwax serves a protective function and warns against using cotton swabs to clean ears. This advice is part of a series highlighting the importance of m...

Mexican house and techno festival Zamna coming to Havenpark in Amsterdam for 20,000 visitors

City center becomes one big dance stage during Haarlem Dance Days: ‘Here they can experiment and connect with the audience’

The Dansdagen Haarlem festival will transform the city center into a dance stage from April 10 to 12. This three-day event brings together dance enthusiasts and professionals across various venues in ...

New in: French dining with a twist at Chez Chloé on the Overtoom

Chez Chloé has opened on the Overtoom in Amsterdam, offering French-style dining with a relaxed and informal atmosphere. The restaurant focuses on quality food and wine, providing a chic yet accessib...

Tim (22) and Jesse (22) build AI company alongside graduation: 'Maybe we should start a company together and see how far we get'

Tim Lind and Jesse Lamm, both 22, launched their AI company LLM Solution in December 2025 while finishing their studies. Following their graduation, the pair is now focusing full-time on the further d...

PSV squad at Stadhuisplein for celebration

The PSV players and staff were celebrated at Eindhoven's city hall after securing their third consecutive national championship title. Despite a municipal ban, fans gathered in the square to mark the ...

Dutch model Bregje Heinen and actor Michael Trevino welcome baby

Dutch model Bregje Heinen and American actor Michael Trevino have welcomed their first child, a son named Jack Wild Trevino. The couple announced the birth of their son through a post on Instagram.

Tough luck! Fatbikes to be banned in Vondelpark

Amsterdam is implementing a ban on fatbikes in the Vondelpark to address safety concerns and public irritation caused by speeding riders. The decision follows growing frustration among residents who a...

From piano music to country at 't Mosterdzaadje in Santpoort-Noord

This weekend, the 't Mosterdzaadje concert hall in Santpoort-Noord will host several musical performances. The program features a variety of genres, ranging from piano music to country.

Video | Frank Lammers drives past ArenA and shouts: 'Keep training, guys'

Thousands of kilos of free potatoes and carrots at Buikslotermeerplein tonight

Stichting Voervervoer is distributing 7,000 kilograms of potatoes and carrots for free at Amsterdam's Buikslotermeerplein tonight to combat food waste and poverty. The initiative highlights that one i...

Juice vlogger Yvonne Coldeweijer expects John de Mol to pay her in full

Kamernet scammer gets community service and avoids jail for getting his life back on track

Trees Kolen finds meaning in volunteering at De Groene Gekko: ‘I prefer being at the front of the shop, by the baby toys’

Trees Kolen, a 67-year-old from Beverwijk, volunteers weekly at the second-hand toy store De Groene Gekko in Haarlem's Koningstraat. She finds deep meaning in her work there, noting that the shop prov...

Charlie's Angels actress Cheryl Ladd had 'aggressive form' of breast cancer

American actress Cheryl Ladd revealed that she underwent treatment for an aggressive form of breast cancer. She made the announcement during a reunion panel with former "Charlie's Angels" co-stars Jac...

From pavement shitters to sisters of mercy: what are your favorite Amsterdam nicknames?

Residents of Amsterdam have created numerous nicknames for various locations and objects throughout the city. The article highlights several local examples and invites readers to share their own favor...

Castor College qualifies for TeamNL Moves 2026 final

Students from Castor College in Beverwijk have qualified for the finals of TeamNL Moves 2026. The selection took place following their participation in the regional preliminary rounds held last week.