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Fien Vermeulen can eat an incredible amount: ‘Much more than my boyfriend, and he’s two meters tall’

Radio personality Fien Vermeulen discusses her surprisingly large appetite, her stance on cosmetic procedures, and her outlook on life and health in a recent interview. She also shares her thoughts on...

Video Canal Parade 2026: ‘The most important day of the year’

Leontine Ruiters back together with old flame John Huiberts

Leontine Ruiters has confirmed that she is back together with her former partner, John Huiberts. She shared the news by posting photos of the couple together on her Instagram account.

In pictures: The 2026 Canal Parade in Amsterdam

Haarlem Live replaces controversial Jazz & More: focus on safety and diversity

The new festival Haarlem Live will replace the controversial Haarlem Jazz & More, with the first edition scheduled from August 12 to 16. Organized in collaboration with local venues, the event focuses...

What the Ajax stunt with Julian Brandt says about Jordi Cruyff's transfer policy

Ajax's pursuit of international top player Julian Brandt reflects technical director Jordi Cruijff's new purchasing strategy aimed at increasing efficiency and title prospects. This move signifies a s...

Prime Minister Jetten on a boat at the Canal Parade: ‘Love is love, just be yourself’

How bad is it to eat a burnt piece of barbecue meat? A toxicologist explains

Toxicologist Jan Tytgat explains the potential health risks associated with consuming burnt meat from a barbecue, specifically focusing on the presence of carcinogenic substances in the charred edges....

B&B Vol liefde couple Daniël and Danique welcome daughter

Daniël Zuiddam and Danique Ploeger, who met on the television show B&B Vol liefde, have welcomed their first daughter, Novie. The couple announced the birth of their child following their participati...

Former radio duo Wietze de Jager and Mattie Valk are in contact 'occasionally'

Former radio duo Wietze de Jager and Mattie Valk have resumed occasional contact. The pair separated in 2017 following a public dispute regarding a professional move to Sky Radio.

Chris (65) and José (80) live with twenty queer residents: "You never have to explain who you are here"

Chris van der Kroon and Josee Rothuizen live in De Roze Hallen in Amsterdam, a residential complex designed for twenty queer individuals. The residents maintain independent apartments while fostering ...

Liveblog: Canal Parade starts around 12:00 PM from the Oosterdok

Amsterdam is hosting the WorldPride Canal Parade on Saturday, August 1st, featuring approximately eighty boats traveling from the Oosterdok. Due to the high volume of expected visitors and the scale o...

Will it stay tropical or not? This is the weather forecast for August in Haarlem

Meteorologist Sarah van Gorp from Weeronline provides an outlook for the weather in Haarlem throughout August. Following a warm and dry start to the summer, residents can expect a forecast for the com...

Back in Zandvoort: this is what Formula 1 used to look like

The Formula 1 Grand Prix is scheduled to take place at the Zandvoort circuit from August 21 to 23. This event marks the final time the race will be held at this location.

TikToker AKALuuk: The Netherlands could be a bit hotter. I really love that horniness

Scheldebuurt, parts of Noord – where rat nuisance is greatest in Amsterdam: ‘I see a few walking around every day’

Ajax executive Daphne Koster on the state of women's football: 'Participating is clearly different from decision-making'

Ironically, expat Luca (42) fled the crowds in the center of Amsterdam: ‘I never saw myself as a tourist. I am a resident’

One botanical still life after another is served on Vuurtoreneiland

Grachtenfestival director Tonko Grever: ‘My outing of the year is a visit to Tuincentrum Osdorp’

365,000 passengers use NS discount pass this summer

Approximately 365,000 travelers have utilized the NS temporary discount pass during the summer. Friday marks the final day for purchasing the subscription, with the national railway operator expressin...

Ajax signs German international Julian Brandt (30) for three seasons

Ajax has signed German international midfielder Julian Brandt on a free transfer. The 30-year-old player has committed to a three-season contract with the Amsterdam-based club, lasting until the summe...

86-year-old An learned to windsurf at 35 and still hits the water: I am often told my behavior doesn't suit my age

Preparations for WorldPride highlight in full swing

Preparations are underway in Amsterdam for the WorldPride Canal Parade, which is scheduled to take place this Saturday. Organizers and participants are finalizing decorations and safety measures for t...

This Surinamese hair salon is historically layered and highly successful

Tos van Eekeren (26) makes music in the windowless Volkshotel studio: I have sat there until it was light outside again

‘Terrible that people have had to fight for so long to be themselves’: Walk of Pride honors queer community advocates

Fewer ferries during Pride tomorrow: GVB unable to complete schedule

Due to a persistent shortage of qualified skippers, public transport operator GVB will reduce the number of ferries operating across the IJ in Amsterdam during Pride tomorrow. Passengers are advised t...

GVB cuts ferry services on one of the busiest days of the year

The city's waste problem remains enormous: "It is a huge dump here"

Amsterdam is struggling with persistent street waste issues, largely driven by people rummaging through trash cans for deposit bottles. While the city plans to roll out new, self-closing trash bins st...