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IJmuiden children's clothing store Boefjes closing after 10 years: ‘Unable to maintain the balance’

The children's clothing store Boefjes in IJmuiden is closing next month after more than a decade in business. Owner Karin Lina decided to shut down the shop to better balance her personal life and fam...

These seniors in Amsterdam North tell the municipality what can be improved in their neighborhood: ‘It is important to make our voices heard’

Jessie Jazz Vuijk shares name of second child: 'Called Kaj and he felt it too'

Jessie Jazz Vuijk announced on Instagram that she and her husband, presenter Kaj Gorgels, have selected a name for their second child. The name was suggested by a close friend and finalized after the ...

Renovated Gashouder officially reopens in November, several events beforehand

The renovated Gashouder venue at Amsterdam's Westergasterrein will officially reopen in November following extensive renovations that include a new large basement for visitor facilities. Ahead of the ...

Antique market spared: early stall setup allowed again

The antiques market in Haarlem is permitted to resume setting up stalls on Friday afternoons after a brief ban was overturned. Local political parties had intervened to question the sudden rule change...

Major delays on A9 between Amstelveen and Alkmaar

An accident on the A9 between Rottepolderplein and the Wijkertunnel caused significant traffic delays of up to 45 minutes, with additional congestion reported on the A22 and the A4 towards Amsterdam. ...

What was it like living as an orphan in the Maagdenhuis? These women know: ‘The sisters tapped their keys loudly on the doors’

'They laughingly flip the bird': Bellatrixstraat residents send urgent list of demands to municipality to combat street racing and decay

Residents of Bellatrixstraat in the municipality of Velsen have sent a formal letter to local authorities demanding action against street racing, intimidation, and neighborhood neglect. In response, t...

They're already here: Harry Styles fans already camping out for Saturday's concert

Fans have begun queuing outside the Johan Cruijff Arena in Amsterdam days ahead of Harry Styles' concert this Saturday. Although official camping is prohibited, fans from various countries are using a...

Weekend tips: things to do in Amsterdam from May 15 to 17

This article provides recommendations for activities in Amsterdam during the long Ascension Day weekend from May 15 to 17. It highlights that there are many events and things to do within the city for...

Xillan Macrooy writes about growing up as a queer boy in Suriname: ‘The world needs our dreams’

These were the best-selling books at Scheltema this week

Predicted road congestion ‘coming true’, says ANWB

The ANWB reported that Wednesday's evening rush hour was significantly heavier than usual, with traffic jams peaking at 995 kilometers by late afternoon. This congestion marks the third busiest evenin...

Haroon Ali: 'How do we make death less abstract?'

Feminist and writer Karin Spaink has passed away after planning her own death over several months. Her final column, 'Exit Spaink,' has prompted reflections on making the topic of death less abstract ...

Video | Ferry Doedens after court case: 'I've made it quite difficult for myself'

Small house near Paradiso for sale? ‘A woman called saying she wants to use it as a doghouse’

Why was the Music On festival cancelled at the last minute?

Fully booked accommodations and reserving sunbeds: home exchange makes it unnecessary

House swapping is growing in popularity as a cost-effective alternative to traditional vacation stays, allowing travelers to live in someone else's home while their own is occupied. This approach help...

Give your opinion on the new housing rules from 2027

The city of Amsterdam is proposing updates to its housing regulations within the Housing Ordinance (HVV) starting in 2027. Residents and stakeholders are invited to share their opinions and provide fe...

Bloemendaal beaches awarded Blue Flag again

The beaches of Bloemendaal aan Zee and Parnassia have once again been awarded the international Blue Flag certification for excellence in safety, water quality, and sustainability. This annual recogni...

Another surge of fraudulent FIFA domain names and websites: ‘Don’t fall for it’

Cybercriminals have registered nearly 10,000 new FIFA-related domain names in April to deceive users with fake World Cup merchandise discounts. At least 240 of these sites have been confirmed as fraud...

Early birds watch sunrise atop A'dam Tower for its anniversary

Early birds gathered atop Amsterdam's A'dam Tower to celebrate its tenth anniversary with a sunrise view, silent disco, and rooftop activities. Originally built for Shell in 1966 and reopened as a mul...

Sharing sportswear in your own neighborhood

The SWOP ON platform, created by initiator Bianca, facilitates the local exchange of secondhand sports clothing and equipment to promote sustainability and reduce costs. Supported by a circular econom...

Love Haarlem? Make it your job!

The Haarlem Initiatievenschool is offering a series of free training sessions and workshops throughout 2026 to help residents develop social and sustainable projects for the city. These sessions cover...

Arnhem schools and municipality urge: 'Give your child a phone as late as possible'

Nineteen schools, childcare organizations, and the municipality of Arnhem are advising parents to wait as long as possible before giving children smartphones. They also recommend that children under s...

Cheetah escapes enclosure at Beekse Bergen, park closed

A cheetah escaped its enclosure at the Beekse Bergen safari park on Wednesday, leading to the park's temporary closure as a precaution. Staff are currently monitoring the animal within the park's peri...

Is the fatbike ban in Vondelpark smart? What readers think: ‘They’ll just be back in a few months’

LAKS: significantly more exam complaints this year

The Dutch student organization LAKS reports a significant increase in exam complaints, with 165,000 reports filed within the first four days of the testing period. This figure represents a sharp rise ...

Lowlands expands lineup with Celeste, Willem, Sophie Straat and Kelis

The Lowlands festival in Biddinghuizen has expanded its lineup by adding fourteen new acts, including Celeste, Willem, Sophie Straat, and Kelis. Other notable performers joining the schedule include V...

First Eurovision semi-final without the Netherlands attracts few viewers

The first semi-final of the Eurovision Song Contest attracted only 541,000 viewers in the Netherlands, a significant decrease from previous years. This low viewership is attributed to a local boycott ...