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Why doesn't Amsterdam have a queer museum? These initiators are asking the same question

The Queer Museum Foundation is advocating for the establishment of a permanent queer museum in Amsterdam to preserve and showcase the city's LGBTQ+ history. While an initial exhibition is set to open ...

Artist Roni Klinkhamer must leave studio-home after half a century; ‘Playing with the unexpected is the most beautiful thing’

Artist Roni Klinkhamer is being forced to leave her combined studio and home in Haarlem's Cornelissteeg after fifty years. The residence has served as her creative hub and long-term base as an artist ...

When Mother's Day isn't a celebration: 'I still cry for the mother I never had'

While Mother's Day is a celebration for many, it can be a painful day for those who have lost their mothers or never had a meaningful relationship with them. The article discusses how to cope with the...

Diver John van den Goorbergh appointed Member of the Order of Orange-Nassau for dedication to Diving Team IJmond

John van den Goorbergh from IJmuiden has been appointed a Member of the Order of Orange-Nassau for his long-standing commitment to the IJmond Diving Team. The royal decoration was presented by Mayor D...

Haarlem songwriter Renee (25) featured on Armin van Buuren track: 'Friends say I should show it off more'

Haarlem-based singer-songwriter Renee Schnater, performing as Renee Rose, is featured on and co-wrote Armin van Buuren's new track "Lost In Time." The song was recently named a "future favorite" on th...

'A boy's adventure at sea': Michael (41) has been a KNRM volunteer in IJmuiden for ten years

KNRM IJmuiden held its annual Lifeboat Day at the Trawlerkade, allowing the public to meet volunteer rescuers and learn about their operations. The event featured crew members like 41-year-old Michael...

Plenty of tickets still available for Harry Styles concert series in Amsterdam: ‘Organizer overestimated demand’

Who wants to volunteer at De Zandhaas windmill? Pasquale (12) wants to 'in my spare time'

The De Zandhaas windmill in Santpoort-Noord opened its doors during National Mill Day to attract new volunteers and address a current labor shortage. Organizers hope to find enthusiastic candidates wi...

Horse Sergio finds the sea and wind a bit scary at first, but Nikky reassures him

Nikky Kraakman runs a family-owned riding school in Schoorl, where she grew up surrounded by horses. The article describes her experience guiding her horse, Sergio, through the dunes and acclimating h...

Festival-goers react to last-minute cancellation of Music On: ‘I planned my holiday around it’

Radio DJ Edwin Evers has diabetes: 'Life stands still for a moment when you hear that'

Radio 538 DJ Edwin Evers announced during his show Evers & Co that he has been diagnosed with diabetes. He shared the news during the "word of the week" segment, describing the significant impact the ...

Missing Piece wins puzzle competition at Café de Zon, but falls 82 pieces short. 'Puzzling is just like a relationship'

The team 'Missing Piece' won a puzzle competition titled 'De eerste leg' held at Café de Zon in Wijk aan Zee. Six teams of four players competed to complete a 1,000-piece puzzle, with the winners fin...

Judge definitively axes house festival: "This is the death blow for us"

A Dutch judge has upheld the cancellation of the "Music On" house festival in Amsterdam after the municipality revoked its permit just one hour before the event was set to begin. The decision followed...

Cars stripped at P+R near Nieuw-Vennep: bumpers, doors and dashboards gone

Two vehicles were heavily stripped of their interior and exterior parts, including dashboards and doors, at a P+R parking lot in Nieuw-Vennep. The location is commonly used by travelers flying from ne...

Possibly the region's best Caesar salad on the sunny terrace of Brouwerskolkje Exclusief (9-)

Brouwerskolkje Exclusief has received high praise for its Caesar salad, which is described as potentially the best in the region. The restaurant is recommended for its high-quality food and its scenic...

Uniqlo doesn't sell trends, but relies on Japanese reliability

Japanese retailer Uniqlo distinguishes itself from fast-fashion competitors by focusing on sustainable, gender-neutral basics rather than chasing rapid trends. The brand emphasizes reliability and rat...

Lottie Hellingman's daughter receives 100 euros from a stranger

Actress Lottie Hellingman describes a morning visit to a local coffee shop with her daughter. During their early outing, they met with several regular customers and a shop owner from across the street...

Anthony Correia hopes Sunday is his last home game as Telstar manager: 'A survival party in IJmuiden would be nice'

Anthony Correia will coach his final home game for Telstar this Sunday against Heracles, marking the end of his thirty-year association with the club. He expressed his hope that the match in IJmuiden ...

Patricia Paay makes TV comeback with her own reality show

Patricia Paay and her daughter Christina Curry will return to television with a new reality series on the RTL network. The broadcaster confirmed the project following reports from the Dutch newspaper ...

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Woman rescues man from water at Stenen Hoofd, police hail heroic act

A 55-year-old woman is being hailed as a hero after jumping into the IJ river at Stenen Hoofd in Amsterdam to rescue a man from the water. She kept the man afloat until emergency services arrived, aft...

Renowned flower family Van ’t Veld started with a book cart 50 years ago: 'I only knew about oil,' says founder Henk

The Van ’t Veld family is celebrating fifty years of selling flowers at their well-known location on Planetenweg in IJmuiden. Founder Henk van ’t Veld reflects on how the business began with a sim...

Sold-out house festival organizer sues Amsterdam over cancellation

The organizers of the sold-out Music On Festival have filed a lawsuit against the municipality of Amsterdam in a final attempt to prevent the event's cancellation. A spokesperson stated that this lega...

Rihanna gets new tattoo designed by her children

Singer Rihanna has debuted a new tattoo that was personally designed by her young children. The artwork consists of a colorful drawing featuring scribbled lines created by her kids.

House festival Music On cancelled at last minute after permit revoked

Tenerife prepares to receive Hondius

Authorities in Tenerife are preparing for the arrival of the Dutch cruise ship m/v Hondius on Sunday following a hantavirus outbreak on board. Temporary facilities, including army tents and mobile toi...

Marleen (52) is at the office by 7:15 AM to secure a spot: ‘Need for my own desk’

52-year-old Marleen reports experiencing significant stress due to a workspace shortage in her company's new office, forcing her to arrive at 7:15 AM to secure a desk. She shared her struggle with car...

Metal detector gives Melchior relaxation: 'Greatest find was a gold coin from 800 AD'

Melchior Ladee finds relaxation and historical treasures by using a metal detector to search fields and beaches. His most significant discovery to date is a gold coin dating back to 800 AD.

Title, promotion or relegation? Which Haarlem region clubs still have something to play for?

As the football season nears its end, many clubs in the Haarlem region are still competing for league titles, promotion, or to avoid relegation. This article provides an overview of the status and goa...

Annebel ran 270 kilometers through the Sahara Desert during Marathon des Sables: ‘From an idea to training and then you’re there in Morocco’

Annebel Veldhuis from Heemskerk successfully completed the Marathon des Sables, a grueling 270-kilometer footrace through the Sahara Desert. She finished the final stage of the eight-day ultramarathon...