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90 cents for five ice cubes in a plastic cup: TikTok trend hits Dutch supermarkets

Dutch supermarkets Albert Heijn and Jumbo have started selling plastic cups with ice cubes to follow a popular TikTok trend among young consumers. While the product is intended for on-the-go convenien...

De Groenhoek prepares fresh daily meals for young and old. Neighborhood stores allowed to stay in Velsen after all

The Velsen city council has decided to allow neighborhood shops to remain unrestricted, citing their essential social function within the community. Local business De Groenhoek in IJmuiden serves as a...

Ouafae Karimi (50) founded a clinic for elderly people with a migrant background: ‘I want them to feel seen – not as a file, but as a human being’

'There's something you should know about me,' she said as we stood in her house and the rain swept across Amsterdam

'I watched all kinds of kissing tutorials on YouTube, but the first kiss was still a disaster': how Storm (25) and Jagona (24) lost and found each other again

150-person funeral procession marches through Amsterdam-West in theatrical walk ‘The Procession’

Marja Pruis wrote walking book about haunted Amsterdam-Noord: ‘Here you leave the city behind for a while’

No machines, but a scythe: these volunteers help the municipality with green maintenance

Volunteers in Amsterdam have established the Zeiscollectief Amsterdam foundation to perform green maintenance using traditional scythes in areas inaccessible to heavy machinery. This eco-friendly meth...

Former professional footballer Danny Hesp guest of honor at football collectors' fair: 'As a boy I collected Panini stickers'

Former professional footballer Danny Hesp will be the guest of honor at a football collectors' fair held this Saturday at the Telstar stadium in Velsen-Zuid. Hesp, who was once considered for the Dutc...

How could the dispute over the swimming jetty at Borneokade in Amsterdam East escalate so much?

Opinions divided on Míchel joining Ajax: "We just need to play better"

Ajax has reached a two-year agreement with Spanish coach Míchel to lead the team, sparking mixed reactions among fans. While some supporters express concern over his track record, others emphasize th...

'What would you rather have: spots or cancer?' beautician asked Aisha Dutrieux

Aisha Dutrieux shares an anecdote about a provocative encounter with a new skin therapist who asked whether she would prefer to have skin spots or cancer. The article reflects on the different social ...

Queen Máxima unable to play football with actor Bas Muijs due to injury

Queen Máxima was unable to participate in a football match with actor Bas Muijs during the launch of the "De Onzichtbare Blessure" program on Tuesday. The Queen declined the invitation due to an inju...

Thousands of holidaymakers to Portugal see flights cancelled Wednesday due to strike: ‘No right to compensation’

Thousands of travelers heading to Portugal on Wednesday face flight cancellations due to a general strike. Passengers are not entitled to financial compensation as the strike is considered an extraord...

City pass also available for undocumented children next year

Starting next year, undocumented children in Amsterdam will be eligible for the Stadspas, which provides access to sports, cultural activities, and school supplies. A pilot program involving 100 child...

Harbor concert in Heemstede with three orchestras

The fifth annual Harbor Concert will take place on June 7 at the Heemstede harbor. Three orchestras are scheduled to perform for the public on platforms along the Heemsteedse Dreef from 14:00 to 15:30...

Vissenloop stunned by brazen theft of entire KWF checkpoint: ‘What would someone do with a tent covered in KWF logos in their garden?’

Organizers of the annual Vissenloop charity walk were shocked by the theft of an entire KWF stamping station in IJmuiden just before the event began. The stolen equipment included a tent branded with ...

Beth Ditto and Billy Porter at opening of Pride Village on Museumplein

Artists Beth Ditto and Billy Porter will headline the opening of Pride Village at Amsterdam's Museumplein on August 4th as part of the World Pride celebrations. The location will serve as the event's ...

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...

Fundraisers wanted for Harbor Area Stray Cat Foundation

The Stichting Zwerfkatten Havengebied IJmuiden is seeking volunteers for its donation collection drive taking place between June 7 and 13 in the municipality of Velsen. The foundation, which cares for...

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...

Onder de Pannen: rent out a room and help a Haarlem resident

The 'Onder de Pannen' initiative in Haarlem encourages residents to rent out spare rooms to individuals facing economic homelessness due to issues like job loss or divorce. Participants receive monthl...

Strange but true: fish DNA helps fight wrinkles

Doctor Marguerite van Randwijck explores the use of polynucleotides, derived from fish DNA, as a cosmetic treatment for wrinkles. The article explains the mechanics and risks of the procedure as part ...

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...

Koopman fishing shop in Bennebroek struggling: 'Poles and Ukrainians are our new customers'

The Koopman angling shop in Bennebroek is experiencing a decline in customers but anticipates a boost as the predator fishing season reopens on June 1st. Owners Peter Koopman and Stuart Nicholson note...

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...

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?

US warns Dutch World Cup fans: allow extra travel time

The US Embassy in the Netherlands has advised Dutch football fans traveling to the World Cup in the United States to prepare for significant airport congestion and customs delays. Travelers are encour...