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Jutta Leerdam, Femke Kok and other Olympians honored for unique Winter Games achievements: ‘It’s slowly starting to sink in’

Several Dutch skaters, including Jutta Leerdam and Femke Kok, were awarded royal honors for their achievements at the Winter Olympics in Milan. The group, which included individual speed skaters and t...

Family offers $1 million for key tip in Guthrie case

American television presenter Savannah Guthrie and her family are offering a $1 million reward for information leading to the return of her missing mother. Guthrie shared the announcement through an e...

National Sinterklaas arrival this year in Grave, Brabant

The national arrival of Sinterklaas will take place in Grave, North Brabant, this year. This traditional event marks the official start of the festive season in the Netherlands.

'Color can change your life'. Angela Besseling from Limmen sees more and more people opting for color analysis

Image stylist Angela Besseling reports a significant rise in the popularity of color analysis as more people seek to discover which shades suit them best. This growing interest focuses on identifying ...

Fire in garbage trucks? Batteries dumped in household waste often the cause

Fires in garbage trucks are frequently caused by batteries and accumulators improperly disposed of in household waste, according to Dutch waste processor HVC. Recent incidents in Heemskerk and Egmond-...

A coffee with Peter van der Helm (Libertarian Party): Amsterdam now only a city for the rich

Peter van der Helm, leader of the Libertarian Party in Amsterdam, advocates for drastic cuts to the city's civil service and a significant reduction in regulations and taxes. Drawing inspiration from ...

Emergency centers: more winter sports accidents so far this season

Dutch emergency centers ANWB and Eurocross report a rise in assistance requests following winter sports accidents this season compared to last year. Both organizations have already repatriated over 20...

Some participants have only five percent vision. ‘I can see that this starling has spots and a beak’

The nature organization IVN held a bird-watching course for blind and visually impaired participants at Thijsse’s Hof in Bloemendaal. This initiative aimed to make the hobby accessible to those with...

Spring rush for birdwatchers: first godwits return

The first black-tailed godwits of the season have returned to the Netherlands from Africa, gathering at the Landje van Geijsel in Ouderkerk aan de Amstel. This flooded habitat attracts numerous birdwa...

Absent from parents' wedding, goalkeeper Beau Reus celebrates promotion in Beveren

Goalkeeper Beau Reus from Alkmaar has secured promotion to Belgium's top football division with SK Beveren. Following a spontaneous celebration at the Freethielstadion on Sunday, the 24-year-old noted...

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Tour of green spaces in IJmuiden: D66 holds ring park walk

On March 14, the political party D66 will host a guided walk through various sites in IJmuiden that are designated to become part of the future Ringpark IJmuiden. Although the park does not yet exist,...

Cruz had to get used to playing on a half-pitch: ‘The ref said I had to be more aggressive’

Nine-year-old Cruz recently played a practice match with his team, VSV Boys under 10-1, and discussed adjusting to playing on a half-sized football pitch. During the game, the referee encouraged the y...

'Socially responsible' clothing often a marketing ploy

Several major clothing brands, including WE Fashion, Nike, and Puma, have been accused of misleading consumers with false claims about ethical and socially responsible production. Reports indicate tha...

Attention Twilight fans: five-film marathon coming to Haarlem

Kinepolis Haarlem will host a marathon featuring all five films from the Twilight saga on Saturday, March 7th. Fans can watch the entire series back-to-back on the big screen during this special event...

Homeowners Association reopens reporting point: real estate agents sometimes manipulative

Vereniging Eigen Huis (VEH) has reopened its reporting point for potential abuses and manipulative practices by real estate agents during the home-bidding process. The initiative aims to address misco...

Priest Oleksandr Khylevych offers Ukrainians a piece of their own land and culture: ‘I haven’t made much progress with Dutch yet’

Ukrainian priest Oleksandr Khylevych offers spiritual support and a sense of cultural identity to fellow refugees in the Netherlands through weekly Eastern Orthodox services. Having fled his homeland ...

Refugee Olha Arkusha builds future in Wormer: ‘Wherever I end up, I will find my way’

Olha Arkusha, a Ukrainian refugee living in Wormer, is establishing a business providing software courses to other Ukrainians. Despite current financial challenges, she remains optimistic about her co...

Man (25) flees 'toxic' relationship on scooter, gets 60 hours community service for driving without license

A 25-year-old man was sentenced to sixty hours of community service for driving a scooter without a valid license. He told the court he committed the violation in an attempt to escape a toxic relation...

Falling and getting back up alone

On a Sunday evening, a cyclist struggling against strong headwinds arrived at their home when their cap suddenly blew off. The narrator describes how everything happened very quickly just as they were...

Simple single-pool facility off the table for now: What can Castricum residents expect?

A proposal for a simple swimming pool with only one bath in Castricum has been rejected due to a lack of majority support. The future of the project remains uncertain as officials reconsider what type...

Free things to do this spring break: Best tips and outings with kids in Amsterdam

Patrick Kluivert opens Cruyff Court in his old neighborhood: ‘When I was young we didn't have such a nice pitch’

‘Light’ is a performance for children aged 2 to 6 – and for parents: ‘You experience your child’s reality’

Lily Collins to play Audrey Hepburn in film about Breakfast at Tiffany's

Lily Collins is set to portray Audrey Hepburn in an upcoming film focusing on the iconic actress and the production of 'Breakfast at Tiffany's'. The project was reported by several American media outl...

David Foster Wallace’s fear of addiction to mindless entertainment seems made for this era

Boxing, karate, hapkido, kickboxing and kung fu: First Martial Arts Event in Spaarnehal attracts seventy children to learn five combat sports

Around seventy children participated in the first Martial Arts Event at the Spaarnehal in Haarlem to explore five different combat sports, including boxing and karate. The event, organized by Sportsup...

Martijn Krabbé finds voice-over work more fun than presenting: 'It's easier'

Dutch presenter Martijn Krabbé has shared that he prefers voice-over work over presenting, noting that it is easier for him. Krabbé, who is stepping back from on-camera duties due to his diagnosis w...

Dutch Consumer Association warns of headphones with harmful substances

The Dutch Consumer Association is warning consumers about headphones found to contain excessive levels of harmful substances, such as Bisphenol A. These chemicals can enter the body and potentially we...

Telstar open training attracts many fans: I always watch the matches at home, so it's great to see the players in person

Dutch football club Telstar held an open training session on Monday afternoon, attracting a large crowd of fans following their recent match against Feyenoord. Many supporters took advantage of their ...