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Homeowners Association reopens reporting point: real estate agents sometimes manipulative

Vereniging Eigen Huis (VEH) has reopened its reporting point for potential abuses and manipulative practices by real estate agents during the home-bidding process. The initiative aims to address misco...

Priest Oleksandr Khylevych offers Ukrainians a piece of their own land and culture: ‘I haven’t made much progress with Dutch yet’

Ukrainian priest Oleksandr Khylevych offers spiritual support and a sense of cultural identity to fellow refugees in the Netherlands through weekly Eastern Orthodox services. Having fled his homeland ...

Refugee Olha Arkusha builds future in Wormer: ‘Wherever I end up, I will find my way’

Olha Arkusha, a Ukrainian refugee living in Wormer, is establishing a business providing software courses to other Ukrainians. Despite current financial challenges, she remains optimistic about her co...

Man (25) flees 'toxic' relationship on scooter, gets 60 hours community service for driving without license

A 25-year-old man was sentenced to sixty hours of community service for driving a scooter without a valid license. He told the court he committed the violation in an attempt to escape a toxic relation...

Falling and getting back up alone

On a Sunday evening, a cyclist struggling against strong headwinds arrived at their home when their cap suddenly blew off. The narrator describes how everything happened very quickly just as they were...

Simple single-pool facility off the table for now: What can Castricum residents expect?

A proposal for a simple swimming pool with only one bath in Castricum has been rejected due to a lack of majority support. The future of the project remains uncertain as officials reconsider what type...

Patrick Kluivert opens Cruyff Court in his old neighborhood: ‘When I was young we didn't have such a nice pitch’

Free things to do this spring break: Best tips and outings with kids in Amsterdam

‘Light’ is a performance for children aged 2 to 6 – and for parents: ‘You experience your child’s reality’

Lily Collins to play Audrey Hepburn in film about Breakfast at Tiffany's

Lily Collins is set to portray Audrey Hepburn in an upcoming film focusing on the iconic actress and the production of 'Breakfast at Tiffany's'. The project was reported by several American media outl...

David Foster Wallace’s fear of addiction to mindless entertainment seems made for this era

Boxing, karate, hapkido, kickboxing and kung fu: First Martial Arts Event in Spaarnehal attracts seventy children to learn five combat sports

Around seventy children participated in the first Martial Arts Event at the Spaarnehal in Haarlem to explore five different combat sports, including boxing and karate. The event, organized by Sportsup...

Martijn Krabbé finds voice-over work more fun than presenting: 'It's easier'

Dutch presenter Martijn Krabbé has shared that he prefers voice-over work over presenting, noting that it is easier for him. Krabbé, who is stepping back from on-camera duties due to his diagnosis w...

Dutch Consumer Association warns of headphones with harmful substances

The Dutch Consumer Association is warning consumers about headphones found to contain excessive levels of harmful substances, such as Bisphenol A. These chemicals can enter the body and potentially we...

Telstar open training attracts many fans: I always watch the matches at home, so it's great to see the players in person

Dutch football club Telstar held an open training session on Monday afternoon, attracting a large crowd of fans following their recent match against Feyenoord. Many supporters took advantage of their ...

Be careful with your headphones and earbuds: they contain toxic substances

A report from the EU-sponsored project ToxFREE LIFE for All warns that prolonged use of headphones and earphones can lead to the absorption of toxic substances through the skin. Dutch toxicology profe...

His father dropped a new window on 4-year-old Noud’s head, who didn’t make a sound: ‘Sometimes silence is a warning sign’

A four-year-old boy named Noud was brought to a doctor after a window accidentally fell on his head, causing a severe bleeding injury. Dr. Rutger expressed concern because the child remained silent, n...

Borrow free litter pickers and hoops for National Cleanup Day

National Cleanup Day is scheduled for Saturday, March 21, and encourages residents to help clean up the city. To facilitate this, participants can borrow free trash pickers and waste rings.

Silvestro and Salvatore Sotera continue family tradition in Heemskerk: 'Pineapple on pizza... that remains a debate'

Silvestro and Salvatore Sotera have taken over the family-run Italian restaurant Da Pietro in Heemskerk, continuing the legacy started by Pietro Sotera in 2019. The duo aims to provide a welcoming din...

Coffee with William Clairbois (Party for Development): "We started as cavemen"

William Clairbois, the leader of the Partij voor Ontwikkeling, is seeking a seat in the Amsterdam city council with a platform focused on human progress and self-development. His party proposes polici...

Dumping a thick layer of sand on permaculture garden near Korte Verspronckweg? 'Absurd plan. That means the end'

The board of Permacultuurcentrum Haarlem is protesting a proposal to dump a thick layer of sand on their garden located near Korte Verspronckweg. Board members have described the plan as absurd, stati...

Ronald de Boer joins new SBS6 survival show with daughters

Former footballer Ronald de Boer and his family will participate in the new SBS6 survival series Survive Your Family. The program features four celebrity families who must navigate the Colombian wilde...

Bisphenol A found in headphones: five questions about this substance

Bisphenol-A (BPA) has been detected in various plastic products, including headphones, water bottles, and food packaging. Exposure to this substance can pose significant health risks, leading to quest...

She conquered Instagram with dry humor: Now tattoo artist Tamar Tieleman (42) has her own studio in Zaandam

Tattoo artist Tamar Tieleman has opened a home studio in Zaandam following her success on Instagram, where she shares quirky designs and humorous videos. Known for her dry Twente accent, the 42-year-o...

Loes pays for Friday afternoon drinks after free window repair

Loes Sonnenberg encountered issues with a malfunctioning tilt-and-turn window and was unable to fix it because she had lost the necessary key. After receiving a free repair, she donated money to contr...

Ten things that stood out in Olympic Milan and Cortina d’Ampezzo

The Winter Olympics in Milan and Cortina d'Ampezzo have concluded after two weeks of competition on snow and ice. The article highlights ten notable observations from the international multi-sport eve...

Few Zandvoort residents enthusiastic about housing at the circuit: 'I even named my dog after a driver'

Residents of Zandvoort are expressing significant opposition to proposals for building housing on the local racing circuit. Many locals consider the sound of race cars to be an essential part of the s...

Kim Lammers: ‘At the Olympics, you need thick skin not to falter’

Former athlete Kim Lammers reflects on the mental toughness and resilience required in elite sports, noting that competition can often be harsh or unfair. Her remarks were made in the context of obser...

What are your sexual gas and brake pedals? 9 psychological insights for a better life

The Dutch weekend magazine Mezza presents nine psychological insights aimed at improving personal well-being and relationships. The article explores themes such as managing negative thoughts and under...

City housing cooperatives join forces in single partnership

Fifteen housing cooperatives in Amsterdam have officially formed the "Platform Wooncoöperaties Amsterdam" to collaborate and share expertise on collective living. This new association aims to support...