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LIVE Eredivisie | Groningen look to follow up big win over AZ against relegation candidate Telstar

FC Groningen faces Telstar in an Eredivisie matchup as the home side battles to avoid relegation. Groningen enters the game looking to build on their momentum following a recent 3-0 win over AZ.

LIVE Eredivisie | Intriguing clash at Johan Cruijff Arena: 4th-placed Ajax vs 5th-placed FC Twente

Ajax faces FC Twente at the Johan Cruijff Arena in a crucial Eredivisie match between the fourth and fifth-placed teams. Both clubs are competing for a second-place finish to secure qualification for ...

Castricum parking lot is very busy, Uitgeest and Heiloo are not so bad. ‘The bicycle parking is annoying’

Commuters at train stations in Castricum, Uitgeest, and Heiloo face varying levels of parking availability, with Castricum experiencing significant congestion. The report also highlights a typical tra...

Bench Parade now available as audio: TriArcus Foundation funds audio tour of Heemskerk art benches: 'Amazing number of families walking the route'

The Bankjesparade art route in Heemskerk has launched a new audio tour funded by Stichting TriArcus, allowing visitors to listen to information about the artistic benches. This update adds an interact...

Booked flight holidays can become significantly more expensive up to six weeks before departure

Travelers who have booked flight holidays for the upcoming summer may face mandatory surcharges due to rising kerosene costs. Consumers only have the right to cancel their trip free of charge if the t...

A10 South tunneling also leads to tree felling on Beethovenstraat

Five trees on Beethovenstraat in Amsterdam's Zuidas district will be removed or relocated this week to facilitate the relocation of a water pipe for the A10 South tunneling project. This action follow...

Loiza Lamers underwent a hair transplant: 'That scar made me very insecure'

Dutch model and presenter Loiza Lamers shared that she underwent a hair transplant to address insecurity caused by a scar. In an interview with Mezza magazine, she also discussed how she has developed...

Traffic controllers and multiple road closures due to expected Easter crowds

The municipality of Amsterdam has implemented traffic measures, including road closures and navigation app adjustments, to manage expected congestion during the Easter weekend. Traffic controllers wil...

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What is wrong with street lighting in Velsen? Residents wait for years as Rijkswaterstaat cites bats and budget shortages

Residents in the municipality of Velsen are facing prolonged issues with broken street lighting in areas like Velserbroek and IJmuiden. Rijkswaterstaat has attributed the delay in repairs to budget co...

Esmee has a unique job at DGTL: ‘I’m working with other people’s urine’

The DGTL Festival at Amsterdam's NDSM-werf marks the start of the festival season, featuring a unique sustainability initiative where worker Esmee processes festival-goers' urine. This project highlig...

Richard Kemper: ‘Canceling is the new crucifixion, but without resurrection’

Dutch performer Richard Kemper expresses his opinion on the secularization of Easter, suggesting that the public holiday should only apply to those who practice the religious tradition. He compares no...

Fewer flights and more expensive tickets: High jet fuel prices from Middle East crisis hit hard

The conflict in the Middle East is driving up kerosene prices and creating a potential fuel shortage, which will lead to more expensive air travel. Consequently, travelers can expect higher ticket pri...

Tatum Dagelet's uterus removed: 'One less organ'

Dutch actress Tatum Dagelet is recovering from surgery to remove her uterus following a long period of heavy bleeding. She shared the news on Instagram, noting that she is now healing after the proced...

Tommie Christiaan celebrates nine months of sobriety: 'A milestone'

Dutch singer and actor Tommie Christiaan reached a personal milestone by celebrating nine months of sobriety. He shared the achievement on Instagram, noting that while it may not seem significant to e...

Masked artist Boer Harm reveals identity: 'I will continue as Fredt'

The masked artist Boer Harm, famous for his viral hit "Brommers Kieken", has revealed his identity in an Instagram video. After keeping his face hidden for two years, he announced he will now continue...

Halsema on Dam speech: Pure antisemitism, you forfeit your right to peaceful protest

Amsterdam Mayor Femke Halsema condemned antisemitic remarks made by a speaker at a demonstration on Dam Square, describing the statements as 'pure antisemitism.' The police and Public Prosecutor's Off...

They're everywhere: how many Easter eggs can you actually eat per day without gaining weight?

Dietician Sanne Mouha provides a calculation on how many chocolate Easter eggs one can consume daily without gaining weight. The article addresses the common seasonal challenge of resisting the treats...

Tile out, green in: get two free plants for your garden near Haarlem

Residents near Haarlem can receive two free plants at a local garden center until April 18 in exchange for removing paving tiles from their gardens. This initiative promotes environmental improvement ...

De Achterklap Podcast | Máxima series criticized and Joost Klein gets into a row

The new television series about Queen Máxima is receiving criticism, while Dutch artist Joost Klein was involved in a dispute with a fellow coach on the Belgian show The Voice van Vlaanderen. These m...

Reporter Jesper Roele on festival season: ‘We can go back to old-school raving to hardcore’

Dirk shopping bag joins Stedelijk Museum collection

The iconic red shopping bag from the supermarket chain Dirk van den Broek has been added to the collection of the Stedelijk Museum in Amsterdam. The museum highlighted the bag as a significant example...

Police drone and dog demonstrations: Emergency services to attend 112 Safety Day in IJmuiden on April 11

Emergency services, including the police, fire department, and ambulance service, will participate in the 112 Safety Day in IJmuiden on Saturday, April 11. The event at Sporthal Zeewijk will feature v...

In a team with the world's best handball player: ‘She’s stayed so down to earth’

Henny Reistad has been named the best player in the Danish handball league for the fifth consecutive year. She won the title with an overwhelming 62 percent of the votes from her fellow players. Her t...

Churches aim to offer hope in anxious times during Haarlem Hope Festival

Approximately 30 churches and 15 Christian organizations in Haarlem and its surroundings are hosting the Haarlem Hoop Festival starting on Easter Sunday. The event offers a wide range of activities, i...

KNRM IJmuiden assists sailing yacht in trouble

On Thursday, the KNRM IJmuiden provided assistance to a sailing yacht that encountered difficulties near the South Pier in IJmuiden aan Zee. The rescue operation was reported to be challenging and did...

Politics on the Amstel: New council kicks off with worthless debate and PRO must show its colors in Israel referendum

The new Amsterdam city council began its term with debates on the current coalition's future, a potential fatbike ban, and an upcoming referendum regarding an Israel boycott. Additionally, the council...

Songbird exhibitions allowed again despite bird flu

The Dutch government has authorized the resumption of songbird exhibitions and pigeon competitions, citing the low risk of bird flu for these specific species. Secretary of State Silvio Erkens announc...

Why are the trees at the Rijksmuseum wrapped in nets?

Trees in Amsterdam's Carel Willinkplantsoen have been wrapped in black nets and equipped with plastic crows to prevent birds from nesting before construction begins on a new Rijksmuseum sculpture gard...

Robèrt van Beckhoven doesn't expect to be single for long: 'Receiving many messages'

Dutch master baker Robèrt van Beckhoven expressed optimism about finding a new partner during an appearance on the program Open Casa. Following the end of his twenty-year relationship last year, he s...