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Cow watching: visit a farm near Haarlem on this day

The Campina Open Farm Days will take place on May 15 and 25, 2026, inviting the public to visit farms in the Haarlem area. Visitors can learn about the milk production process and experience various a...

Videoland seeking older princesses for third season of Máxima series

Streaming service Videoland is casting young actresses to portray Princesses Amalia, Alexia, and Ariane in the third season of the series Máxima. The call for older actresses indicates the production...

From EHL exit to missing the playoffs: Why did it go wrong for record champions Bloemendaal this season? 'Incredibly gutting. These are the best games of the year'

Bloemendaal, the joint record champion of the Netherlands alongside Amsterdam, has missed the field hockey playoffs for the first time since 2016. This disappointing season marks the end of their purs...

Kruidvat employees from Velserbroek back from Paris after winning prize: ‘Dining on the Seine was a magical experience’

Employees from the Kruidvat store in Velserbroek recently returned from an all-expenses-paid three-day trip to Paris. The trip was a reward for the team being named the best Kruidvat branch in the Net...

Handball finale far from home: SEW, VOC and Aalsmeer can clinch titles in Limburg

The women's handball teams SEW and VOC Amsterdam will compete for the Dutch national title this weekend in Geleen, Limburg. Simultaneously, the Aalsmeer men's team is participating in the Super Handba...

12 of the best ice cream spots in Amsterdam

Fewer sprinters between Schiphol and Amsterdam Sloterdijk due to repair work

Fewer sprinter trains are operating between Schiphol Airport and Amsterdam Sloterdijk on Friday morning. The service reduction is due to ongoing repair work on the tracks.

David Attenborough celebrates 100th birthday: 'Completely overwhelmed'

Sir David Attenborough expressed being "completely overwhelmed" by the numerous messages received for his 100th birthday. The British naturalist is marking the milestone on Friday with a special conce...

Four years after COVID, pandemic effects on exam candidates have worn off: 'But youth feel pressure from social media'

Current exam candidates have largely caught up on learning gaps caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. However, experts warn that students are still experiencing significant pressure, which is now increasin...

Streetlights along Schoterkerkpad near Santpoort-Zuid are frequently broken: 'I'd rather detour via Bloemendaal'

Street lighting along the Schoterkerkpad between Santpoort-Zuid and Haarlem-Noord is frequently broken, creating safety concerns for cyclists at night. Many users, particularly women, now avoid the pa...

Caroline Guiela Nguyen’s haute couture drama Lacrima reveals the tears behind the wedding dress of the century

Yardena (62) and Allon (32): ‘We weren’t easy on you, and we didn’t think the hospitality industry was a good idea at all’

These Amsterdam students are cramming in the library for final exams: ‘You have to adjust your social life’

Sexual problems due to illness? This approach helps start the conversation

Nurse specialist Suzanne de Munnik from Catharina Hospital in Eindhoven is advocating for improved communication regarding sexuality and intimacy between patients and healthcare professionals. She hig...

Weekend tips: things to do in Haarlem (May 8-10)

Haarlem residents can look forward to a sunny weekend from May 8 to May 10 with various local activities planned. Following the Liberation Day celebrations, this guide provides inspiration for events ...

How to beat exam stress: ‘Give a hug instead of criticism’

As final exams approach for approximately 200,000 households in the Netherlands, parents are being offered advice on how to support their children through the high-pressure period. The guidance emphas...

Islands leader: Hondius will not dock, only drops anchor

The Dutch cruise ship Hondius will anchor off the coast of Tenerife instead of docking at the port, according to Canary Islands President Fernando Clavijo. Passengers will be transported by boat to th...

Cruise line: proper procedure followed after first death

Cruise company Oceanwide Expeditions has stated that proper procedures were followed after the natural death of a 69-year-old Dutch passenger aboard the ship Hondius. The statement comes in response t...

Young cyclist hit at Hillegom roundabout, major traffic disruption

A young cyclist was injured after being hit by a car on a roundabout in Hillegom on Thursday afternoon. The collision occurred at the intersection of Meerlaan and Weerlaan, leading to significant traf...

DJ Jorinde and Ost transform Het Slachthuis in Haarlem into dance venue: 'Mother's Day is a special day for us'

DJ Jorinde and the five-piece funk band Ost are hosting a dance event at Het Slachthuis in Haarlem this Sunday. Starting at 2:00 PM on Mother's Day, the performers will alternate 45-minute sets to pro...

Wrestler Bas leaves trail of unpaid bills and broken promises. 'I don't understand how someone can do this to others'

Show wrestler Bas has reportedly left behind a trail of unpaid debts and unfulfilled agreements totaling approximately 10,000 euros, including unpaid venue rent in Heemskerk. Despite his claims that h...

The Achterklap Podcast | Harsh words in Ali B verdict and is Gillis finally off TV?

Rapper Ali B has been sentenced to three years in prison following an appeal in his criminal case. Additionally, media personality Peter Gillis received sentences in two separate legal matters as part...

Money back because all hotel pool sunbeds were occupied: is this the end of towel reserving?

A German court has ruled that a family is entitled to financial compensation because they were unable to use hotel sunbeds that were perpetually occupied by other guests' towels. This decision could p...

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Ruud Gullit aims to turn KLM Open orange as he takes on fellow World Cup stars: 'I forced Marco to join'

The KLM Open in Badhoevedorp will adopt a Dutch national theme and orange colors in anticipation of the football World Cup. Event director Ruud Gullit has organized a competition for former World Cup ...

Talpa cancels new season of Massa is Kassa due to Peter Gillis lawsuits

Talpa has suspended production of new seasons for the reality show 'Familie Gillis: Massa is Kassa' following legal convictions against star Peter Gillis. Gillis was recently sentenced to prison for t...

Weekend tips: things to do in Amsterdam from May 8 to 10

Following the Dutch national holidays on May 4th and 5th, Amsterdam offers various activities for the weekend of May 8-10. Residents and visitors can explore local art markets or attend theater shows ...

Crowds at Buiksloterweg due to roadworks: "Waiting for two ferries isn't that bad"

Travelers to Amsterdam-Noord face delays at the Buiksloterweg ferry terminal due to maintenance work on the quay that will last until May 22nd. The construction of a new anti-slip layer has reduced th...

Ellen ten Damme reacts to Ali B verdict: 'Justice has spoken'

Dutch singer Ellen ten Damme has responded to the sentencing of rapper Ali B, stating that justice has spoken after he received a three-year prison sentence on appeal. Ten Damme expressed her views du...

Nostalgic Nibb-it rings discontinued: 'Our childhood'

Cheetos has announced it is discontinuing its iconic Nibb-it chip rings in natural, salami, and curry flavors. The manufacturer noted that while generations grew up with the snack, they are now removi...