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With these devious tricks, TikTok and games like Roblox swindle you out of money: ‘People are defenseless’

Research from Wijzer in Geldzaken reveals that over 40% of Dutch teenagers spend significantly more money than intended on video games and apps due to manipulative design tactics. This overspending, o...

Saving on groceries doesn't necessarily mean sacrificing taste: 'You don't have to eat differently, just smarter'

Budget expert Iris Newman explains that saving money on groceries does not require sacrificing taste or variety. By making smarter shopping and cooking choices, consumers can effectively manage rising...

Johan Cruyff documentary features intimate and never-before-seen footage

Email address hacked, years of records lost: Provider keeps digital mailbox locked tight

After Gijsbrecht's email account was hacked and used to send unauthorized messages, his provider blocked all access to the account. This has left him unable to access years of personal administration ...

Roadworks in Haarlem: what to expect this week (March 23 - March 30)

Haarlem is experiencing various roadworks and partial closures from March 23 to March 30, affecting areas such as Van Marumstraat and Parklaan. Commuters are advised to check the overview of traffic d...

Code yellow in North Holland due to locally dense fog

The KNMI issued a code yellow weather warning for North Holland on Monday morning due to dense local fog. The foggy conditions are expected to impact visibility and potentially cause delays for traffi...

Cedric Hatenboer feels appreciated at Telstar: ‘At Anderlecht, I felt I was signed for the starting line-up’

Cedric Hatenboer has joined the Dutch club Telstar after a disappointing six-month stint with Anderlecht in Belgium. The former Excelsior talent expressed feeling a renewed sense of appreciation at hi...

People like Fatima are looking for a kidney, but a shortage of non-Western donors makes it difficult

A shortage of organ and blood donors with non-Western backgrounds in the Netherlands is creating longer waiting lists and fewer successful matches for patients from those communities. The initiative D...

Inspectorate intervenes at Bloemendaal cosmetic clinic over ‘serious shortcomings’; plastic surgeon calls action ‘disproportionate’

The Dutch Health Care Inspectorate has intervened at a cosmetic clinic in Bloemendaal due to serious shortcomings and patient safety concerns. Plastic surgeon Joost van Tetering has criticized the int...

Many single women living here need help with practical tasks around the house

19-year-old Thom from Bennebroek jumps into Leidsevaart without hesitation after car plunges into water: 'It was a kind of reflex'

Nineteen-year-old Thom van Stormbroek jumped into the cold Leidsevaart canal on Sunday evening to rescue a woman whose car had driven into the water. His quick actions allowed the woman to escape the ...

'Talento' kicks off with talent show in Delftwijk: 'Don't remember the name of the song, but it's very beautiful'

The Talento Platform celebrated the opening of its new location at the Delftwijk City youth center with a festive talent show on Sunday afternoon. The event featured local musical performances and mar...

Dream afternoon for Sem van Duijn (22) against PSV. Attacker involved in all Telstar goals. ‘These are bonus points’

Sem van Duijn delivered a standout performance for Telstar, contributing to every goal in their match against PSV. The 22-year-old attacker, who previously played for Jong AZ, described the performanc...

Distinguishing between West’s white LEDs and East’s red lights is difficult in the heat of the battle, and Joep’s colorblindness doesn’t help

Ingmar Bruinsma is installing extensive LED strips on the football fields of vv Knollendam to distinguish different sides of the pitch. The use of red and white lights proves challenging for colorblin...

PSV fans remain optimistic after loss to Telstar: 'We'll be champions anyway'

PSV supporters expressed continued confidence in winning the league title despite a 3-1 defeat against Telstar. Fans leaving the stadium early remained optimistic, noting that the loss would not hinde...

High tea among 25 alpacas in Beverwijk: Does it go well? Woolly animals ignore sandwiches and cake: 'They even leave the crumbs'

Sisters Sylvie and Loïse van den Heuvel host popular high tea events featuring 25 alpacas at their family business in Beverwijk. The venture is expanding to offer children's parties and specialized s...

Jeroen (54) has chronic liver disease and received a new liver: 'The worst part of all is the loss of control'

Haarlem-based historian and journalist Jeroen van der Kris has authored a book titled 'Het aanbod' about his experiences living with a chronic liver condition and undergoing a transplant. The book exa...

Bloemendaal men come out on top while women's team suffers heavy defeat in Utrecht

The Bloemendaal men's field hockey team secured a 5-3 victory over Kampong in Utrecht, maintaining their position in the play-off race with their ninth win of the season. In contrast, the Bloemendaal ...

HBC wins with an hour of good football and help from the crossbar

HBC secured a home victory against SJC after a strong performance during the first hour of play. Despite a late surge from the visitors, manager Jasper Ketting's side held on to claim the full three p...

Grannies of Amsterdam gets third season

The reality series De Grannies van Amsterdam has been renewed for a third season, which is scheduled to premiere on NPO Start later this year. Cast members Joanita, Tonneke, Mug, and Lorraine announce...

Reigers settle for draw in derby against HBS. 'The men know each other inside out'

The regional derby between field hockey clubs Reigers and HBS ended in a high-scoring 4-4 draw. Both teams saw little movement in the league standings following the result.

In conversation with the parent within us

Following a guide on interviewing parents, many readers have reported that these conversations significantly improved their mutual understanding and relationship dynamics. The interviews helped foster...

Feyenoord maintain five-point lead over Ajax after late penalty in lackluster Klassieker

The 201st edition of the Klassieker between Ajax and Feyenoord ended in a 1-1 draw. This result allows Feyenoord to maintain a five-point lead over Ajax in the league standings.

HBS women not dangerous enough against Leonidas. 'It’s a bitter way for it to go, with the penalty stroke against us'

The HBS women's hockey team drew 2-2 against Leonidas after leading twice during an away match. Coach Wiegert de Regt noted that the team lacked the clinical edge and aggression needed to secure a thi...

No hot flashes, yet in menopause: these symptoms can also be caused by (peri)menopause

Doctors Evelien Trip and Diederik Smit provide insights into perimenopause, explaining how fluctuating hormone levels cause various physical and mental symptoms beyond standard hot flashes. The articl...

Childcare 'discount' not yet enticing parents to work

The Dutch government is significantly increasing childcare subsidies ahead of a transition to nearly free childcare in 2029. Despite expectations that these financial incentives would encourage parent...

LIVE Eredivisie | Second half underway at De Kuip, Ueda heads just wide

The second half of the Dutch Eredivisie match between Feyenoord and Ajax, known as 'De Klassieker,' is underway at the Kuip stadium. The first half remained relatively quiet with few scoring opportuni...

Hated fences around plants in Heemskerk town center to remain: 'Give greenery a chance to grow'

Unpopular fences around new greenery in the center of Heemskerk will remain in place longer than planned to allow the plants more time to grow. Local authorities decided to keep the barriers because t...

Parkwijk pioneers look back: from flowers to hot tubs at Beatrixplein

Koos and Hannah Sijm reflect on their history as pioneering business owners at the Beatrixplein shopping center in Haarlem-Oost. The couple opened their flower shop, Floriade, in 1960 within the then-...

Strong blocking leads Spaarnestad to victory over Jokers, securing safety. 'Great to be able to finish the season calmly'

Haarlem-based volleyball team Spaarnestad secured their safety for the remainder of the season with a 4-0 victory over Jokers. This win served as revenge for a previous defeat in Maastricht and allows...