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Andrew Lloyd Webber seeking treatment for alcohol addiction

British composer and playwright Andrew Lloyd Webber has revealed that he is a recovering alcoholic. He sought help from Alcoholics Anonymous eighteen months ago and shared his experience in a recent i...

Why swimming is so good for you: ‘The ideal way to clear your mind and let stress slide away’

Swimming provides a combination of physical exercise and meditative mental benefits, helping individuals reduce stress and clear their minds. The activity utilizes the sensation of weightlessness and ...

Registrations lagging for special 150th anniversary IJmuiden running edition of Vissenloop

The Vissenloop is introducing a special running event called the Vissenrun on May 30 to celebrate the 150th anniversary of IJmuiden. Organizers report that registration numbers for the new run are cur...

They run a ‘social hostel’ in the Red Light District: ‘It’s not just "here’s the key, have fun in the city"’

Snuffelmug thrift store staff rescue Yvonne's wet vacuum cleaner

Staff at the Snuffelmug thrift store helped a woman named Yvonne recover her water vacuum cleaner after she accidentally donated it. The employees managed to locate and return the essential item, whic...

AZ fans and players celebrate cup victory in Alkmaar

AZ players and supporters celebrated their 5-1 cup final victory over NEC on Sunday night at the AFAS Stadion in Alkmaar. A large crowd gathered to cheer the team as they appeared on the stadium balco...

Stationary flower parade packs Haarlem city center

The Bloemencorso parade floats arrived in Haarlem on Saturday night following a journey through the Bollenstreek region. The stationary floats remained on display throughout Sunday, drawing large crow...

René Diekstra: The Pope, more femininity, more safety

Columnist René Diekstra reflects on the seasonal experience of waiting at boat locks surrounded by sailing yachts. The article explores broader themes including the Pope, femininity, and safety.

Eddie Murphy becomes a grandfather for the first time

American comedian Eddie Murphy has become a grandfather for the first time. His eldest son, Eric Murphy, welcomed a baby girl earlier this month.

Steel structures and light lines dominate the indoor sculpture garden at KunstRAI

Dead silence from the afterlife

A terraced house in the village of Den Oever is described, noting that its front door overlooks the local football club's fields. The text establishes the specific residential setting within the Dutch...

Hamerkwartier residents concerned about new district: 'You see the heart of North slipping away'

Residents of the Hamerkwartier in Amsterdam-Noord held a manifestation to express concerns over plans to build 6,000 new homes and high-rise towers reaching up to 130 meters. Locals and small business...

HBC plays attractive football against the league leaders but is also a toothless tiger

HBC football club displayed attractive play during their away match against league leader Purmersteijn, but ultimately lacked the offensive power to secure a victory. Trainer Jasper Ketting's side was...

Gerard Joling reacts to row with beer thrower: 'Wasn't exactly my finest hour'

Dutch singer Gerard Joling has addressed an altercation involving a beer-thrower during his performance on Friday night. He expressed regret over the incident, stating that the situation was unfortuna...

Coach Barry Tjeertes slams his own team: ‘We let it slip in the first half. We didn't show up’

Olympia Haarlem suffered a defeat against Sporting Martinus after a poor first half left them trailing 3-0 on Sunday. Manager Barry Tjeertes criticized his team's performance, noting that they were un...

From rare defeat to convincing win: HBS bounces back with goal fest against Phoenix

The HBS field hockey team secured a convincing 5-2 victory against Phoenix, bouncing back from a rare previous defeat. Coach Sake Hermans highlighted the collective team effort, noting that five diffe...

Hillegom loses to bottom-placed Vitesse’22: 'A terrible match. Everything is going against us. It’s very bitter'

Hillegom suffered a 1-0 defeat against bottom-ranked Vitesse’22 on Sunday, missing an opportunity to distance themselves from the relegation play-off zone. The match in Castricum provided a crucial ...

Pubs allowed to stay open all night during World Cup: ‘We’re going to make it one big party’

Pelvic physical therapist: Incontinence is never normal, no matter what the ads say

Pelvic physical therapist Liesbeth de Nekker clarifies that unwanted urine loss is never normal, regardless of how it is portrayed in advertisements. The article explores the causes of incontinence in...

41 doubles compete for victory at national ZCD at Elza Boules: 'You have to place high'

Forty-one doubles teams consisting of 80 players competed in a national petanque competition hosted by the Elza Boules club in Beverwijk. The participants played on 17 courts, aiming to get their iron...

Bloemendaal not yet safe after defeat against Amsterdam. ‘We’re just going to go for it’

Bloemendaal suffered a 0-2 defeat against Amsterdam in the nineteenth round of the competition, marking their eighth loss of the season. With three matches remaining, coach André Morees' team sits ei...

Gerard Joling's management in contact with beer thrower: 'Completely resolved'

The management of Dutch singer Gerard Joling has resolved a dispute with a man who threw beer at the artist during a performance last Friday. Following a brief physical altercation on stage, the booki...

Crown Prince Willem-Alexander turned down a beer on Queen's Day 1997 in Velserbeek Park: 'He thought it was too early'

During the 1997 Koninginnedag celebrations in Velsen-Zuid, Crown Prince Willem-Alexander declined an offer of beer at Park Velserbeek, stating it was too early in the day. The article also reflects on...

The 'How to become famous without leaving home' course is bound to be a hit

ZV Haerlem sharp from the start in derby against VZV, but rivals claim victory

The women's water polo team ZV Haerlem was narrowly defeated 9-10 by local rivals VZV during a derby match on Saturday. Although the Haarlem-based team started strongly at their home pool, De Planeet,...

Magnet fishers pull old grenade from water near Stopera

Magnet fishers discovered a likely World War II-era grenade in the Zwanenburgwal near the Stopera in Amsterdam. The Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) team is currently on-site to secure the device, an...

Marleen (42) thought a breast implant would make her more confident, but it turned out to be a mistake

Marleen, 42, reflects on her decision to get breast implants years ago, which she now considers a major financial and personal mistake. Despite initially hoping the procedure would increase her self-c...

Koninklijke HFC shows too little in Rijnsburg to claim more than a defeat

Koninklijke HFC suffered a defeat in their away match against Rijnsburg, returning home without any points. The Haarlem-based team acknowledged that their performance was insufficient to merit a bette...

Tattooed hairline growing in popularity: ‘A sharp line looks well-groomed’

Micro hair pigmentation, which involves tattooing a sharp and full hairline, has seen a significant rise in popularity over recent years. Practitioner Jacqueline Oeldrich, who began offering the servi...

Fieldworkers search for birds and bats in Heemstede. Extensive research into populations in the neighborhoods.

Ecological researchers are conducting extensive surveys of bird and bat populations in various neighborhoods across Heemstede. Field workers with ecological expertise are carrying out observations dur...