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Fully booked accommodations and reserving sunbeds: home exchange makes it unnecessary

House swapping is growing in popularity as a cost-effective alternative to traditional vacation stays, allowing travelers to live in someone else's home while their own is occupied. This approach help...

Give your opinion on the new housing rules from 2027

The city of Amsterdam is proposing updates to its housing regulations within the Housing Ordinance (HVV) starting in 2027. Residents and stakeholders are invited to share their opinions and provide fe...

Bloemendaal beaches awarded Blue Flag again

The beaches of Bloemendaal aan Zee and Parnassia have once again been awarded the international Blue Flag certification for excellence in safety, water quality, and sustainability. This annual recogni...

Another surge of fraudulent FIFA domain names and websites: ‘Don’t fall for it’

Cybercriminals have registered nearly 10,000 new FIFA-related domain names in April to deceive users with fake World Cup merchandise discounts. At least 240 of these sites have been confirmed as fraud...

Early birds watch sunrise atop A'dam Tower for its anniversary

Early birds gathered atop Amsterdam's A'dam Tower to celebrate its tenth anniversary with a sunrise view, silent disco, and rooftop activities. Originally built for Shell in 1966 and reopened as a mul...

Love Haarlem? Make it your job!

The Haarlem Initiatievenschool is offering a series of free training sessions and workshops throughout 2026 to help residents develop social and sustainable projects for the city. These sessions cover...

Sharing sportswear in your own neighborhood

The SWOP ON platform, created by initiator Bianca, facilitates the local exchange of secondhand sports clothing and equipment to promote sustainability and reduce costs. Supported by a circular econom...

Arnhem schools and municipality urge: 'Give your child a phone as late as possible'

Nineteen schools, childcare organizations, and the municipality of Arnhem are advising parents to wait as long as possible before giving children smartphones. They also recommend that children under s...

Cheetah escapes enclosure at Beekse Bergen, park closed

A cheetah escaped its enclosure at the Beekse Bergen safari park on Wednesday, leading to the park's temporary closure as a precaution. Staff are currently monitoring the animal within the park's peri...

Is the fatbike ban in Vondelpark smart? What readers think: ‘They’ll just be back in a few months’

LAKS: significantly more exam complaints this year

The Dutch student organization LAKS reports a significant increase in exam complaints, with 165,000 reports filed within the first four days of the testing period. This figure represents a sharp rise ...

Lowlands expands lineup with Celeste, Willem, Sophie Straat and Kelis

The Lowlands festival in Biddinghuizen has expanded its lineup by adding fourteen new acts, including Celeste, Willem, Sophie Straat, and Kelis. Other notable performers joining the schedule include V...

First Eurovision semi-final without the Netherlands attracts few viewers

The first semi-final of the Eurovision Song Contest attracted only 541,000 viewers in the Netherlands, a significant decrease from previous years. This low viewership is attributed to a local boycott ...

Abolishing first herring barrel auction 'end of a beautiful tradition', stakeholders disappointed by wholesaler's decision

Stakeholders expressed disappointment following the decision to cancel the traditional auction of the first barrel of 'Hollandse Nieuwe' herring in Scheveningen. This annual event marks the end of a l...

Roadworks on Camplaan Heemstede due to gas pipe

Utility provider Stedin has started maintenance on a gas pipeline on Camplaan-West in Heemstede, necessitating a road closure for at least one week. Local traffic is being diverted while the work is c...

Never expected, but it happened: Yorick meets his hero Paul McCartney

Haarlem musician Yorick van Norden fulfilled a lifelong dream by attending a private album presentation by Paul McCartney at the legendary Abbey Road Studios in London. The singer-songwriter, who cons...

Study shows cultural activities are as good for you as sports

New research suggests that regularly engaging in cultural and artistic activities, such as painting or visiting museums, can slow the physical aging process. These activities are found to contribute t...

For years Rudie didn't know what was wrong with his body until his Parkinson's diagnosis

After years of experiencing unexplained physical symptoms, Rudie felt a sense of relief upon finally being diagnosed with Parkinson's disease. While he manages to maintain his routine at work, he face...

53 municipal notices on construction, demolition, tree removal, and hospitality in Haarlem last week

The municipality of Haarlem processed 53 permit applications last week concerning construction, demolition, tree removal, and hospitality activities. While 52 of the notifications involve projects wit...

Jacket or T-shirt: the weather in Haarlem during the Ascension weekend

Haarlem residents can expect a long weekend for Ascension Day starting Thursday, May 14, 2026. The article provides a weather forecast for the period to help locals decide whether to wear a jacket or ...

Ferry Doedens in court today for driving under the influence

Actor Ferry Doedens is appearing in court today to face charges for driving under the influence of hard drugs multiple times in 2024. The 35-year-old actor has previously been convicted for the same o...

Teun and his 'Opa' ready for the boating season: 'We want to go to Friesland this summer'

The boating season has officially begun at Watersportvereniging IJmond in Velsen-Zuid. Club member Teun Cuppé has prepared his sailing yacht for the summer and plans to travel to Friesland.

TUI sees traveler uncertainty due to war: almost half yet to book summer holidays

Travel organization TUI reports that nearly half of travelers have yet to book their summer holidays due to uncertainty caused by the conflict in the Middle East. As a result, hotel and resort booking...

Actor who plays footballer in Ted Lasso becomes professional footballer

Mexican actor Cristo Fernández, best known for playing Dani Rojas in the series "Ted Lasso," has signed a professional contract with El Paso Locomotive FC. This move marks a return to professional fo...

Lessons for the new board: "Don't let people get stuck in bureaucracy"

As Amsterdam prepares for a new city administration, residents and advocacy groups are urging the government to prioritize the human element over rigid bureaucracy. Critics point to the difficulties c...

'Fish Migration Day' at Rijnland pumping station in Spaarndam

The Hoogheemraadschap van Rijnland is organizing a "fish migration day" on Saturday, May 23. The event will be held at the historical Spaarndam pumping station to highlight local fish passage efforts.

RCH proud of Johan Neeskens Sportpark: Former international secretly returned to the club where it all began. 'There was only one who could take it'

The sports complex of the youth club RCH will be officially renamed the Johan Neeskens Sportpark next Wednesday to honor the late football legend. Neeskens, who passed away in October 2024, is celebra...