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Trendy retail chain opens its doors in Haarlem: ‘What we find beautiful is the starting point’

The concept store 'Things I like, Things I love' has opened a new location in the Grote Houtstraat in Haarlem. This trendy chain selects its products based on what the owners personally find beautiful...

Local residents concerned by boat fires in Brouwersvaart. 'Can camera surveillance be installed here?'

Residents near the Brouwersvaart in Haarlem are expressing concern and requesting camera surveillance after a series of arson attacks. On Saturday morning, two boats were set on fire, following previo...

Gordon sells Blushing Blaricum, Amsterdam locations to remain open

Dutch singer Gordon Heuckeroth has sold his restaurant Blushing in Blaricum to focus on other passions, such as singing and media work. While the Blaricum location has been sold, his establishments in...

Illegal water taxi takes two enforcement officers on board, receives 2,500 euro fine

An illegal water taxi operator in Amsterdam was fined ‑2,500 after unknowingly offering a paid tour to two undercover enforcement officers. A judge rejected the skipper's legal appeal, dismissing cl...

Exercise is just as important as language and math, Professor Erik Scherder and Defence for Children tell ministry

Neuropsychologist Erik Scherder and the organization Defence for Children are considering a lawsuit against the Dutch government for refusing to make daily physical activity mandatory in primary schoo...

Video | Princess Charlotte cuddles dog in new birthday footage

Shared dining feels special at Table Twenty Four, but what are those corn kernels doing in our dessert? (7.5)

Table Twenty Four offers a special shared dining experience featuring well-presented and delicious dishes. While the overall quality is high, the review mentions that some elements felt missing and qu...

Yanaika sees a fat ginger cat: He either dies a horrible death or stays locked up forever

Journalist and city poet Yanaika Zomer discusses the ethics of appreciating creative work produced by problematic individuals in her latest column. The article coincides with the upcoming release of h...

William and Catherine share photo of Princess Charlotte on 11th birthday

Prince William and Catherine have released a new photograph of Princess Charlotte to mark her 11th birthday. The princess celebrates her 11th birthday this Saturday.

Major fire at Suitsupply clothing store in Amsterdam South

Eating out? Watch for hygiene and check reviews and food safety reports

Following reports of severe hygiene violations at a takeaway restaurant in Alkmaar, experts are providing tips on how consumers can evaluate the safety of dining establishments. Advice includes observ...

Review roundup The Devil Wears Prada 2: 'Too many overlapping storylines'

Meryl Streep and Anne Hathaway return for a sequel to the comedy 'The Devil Wears Prada' twenty years after the original film. While critics praise the actors' performances, they note that the story s...

You must try this supermarket's sushi: ‘Ultra-fresh fish and great rice’

Three culinary experts tested six supermarket sushi varieties, including both pre-packaged and freshly prepared options. The review highlights a significant range in quality and notes that sushi has b...

Nicolette Kluijver is often insecure: 'Knows what it's like to have doubts'

Television presenter Nicolette Kluijver shared in a column for Libelle that she often experiences self-doubt and insecurity despite her long career. She emphasized that vulnerability and strength are ...

Wrong amount charged 58 times at De Lange Heer on King’s Day; owner compensates visitors to avoid appearance of payment issues

Twan Stoelman, the owner of Café De Lange Heer in Haarlem, has publicly announced that 58 customers were overcharged during King's Day celebrations. The owner is compensating the affected visitors to...

Café 't Sluisje forced to remove regular tables after complaint: "They've been there for 30 years"

Café 't Sluisje in Amsterdam-Noord has been ordered to remove two popular community tables after a municipal review, triggered by a complaint, found they were situated outside the permitted terrace a...

Rik van de Westelaken on disappointing 'The Mole' ratings: 'Overkill'

Presenter Rik van de Westelaken addressed the declining viewership ratings for the 26th season of the popular Dutch show "Wie is de Mol?" ahead of its season finale. While he enjoyed the production, h...

Lost boy at Rijnstraat reunited with parents

A six-year-old boy found wandering alone on Rijnstraat in Amsterdam South was successfully reunited with his parents on the same evening. Local residents discovered the child around 8:30 PM and alerte...

Emergo Day Orchestra prepares for Castricum Liberation Festival: ‘These are songs that fit the era’

The Dag Orkest van Emergo is preparing for its performance at the upcoming Liberation Day celebrations in Castricum on May 5. The orchestra will perform period-appropriate music, including the nationa...

Motorcyclist injured after being hit by car, driver arrested

A motorcyclist was seriously injured and hospitalized with multiple fractures after being hit by a car on the Verlengde Stellingweg in Amsterdam Noord. The driver was arrested for causing an accident ...

Sergio Herman closes his Antwerp restaurants: 'Time to wind down'

Chef Sergio Herman has announced the closure of his Michelin-starred restaurant Le Pristine and his private kitchen PrivéPrivée in Antwerp at the end of this year. Herman shared the news on Instagra...

KNMI expects thunderstorms starting in Limburg, code yellow in part of the country

The KNMI has issued a code yellow warning for much of the Netherlands on Saturday due to expected thunderstorms, hail, and heavy rain. The warning covers nine provinces, beginning in Limburg during th...

Difficult children? Pedagogue Marijke Huijzer: ‘Strict parenting doesn’t work’

Pedagogue Marijke Huijzer-Engbrenghof argues that labeling children as 'difficult' is often unfair and that harsh parenting techniques are ineffective. She suggests that a child's temperament can be p...

Weeronline: Remembrance Day and Liberation Day to be cool and dry

The recent warm weather in the Netherlands is expected to give way to cooler temperatures during Remembrance Day and Liberation Day. Forecasts predict temperatures between 12 and 16 degrees Celsius on...

Suzan & Freek enjoy The Voice debut: 'Happy to see someone flourish'

Musical duo Suzan & Freek expressed their enjoyment of their debut season as coaches on the television show "The Voice of Holland." During an appearance on "RTL Tonight," they described the experience...

Rood-Wit hockey player has MS but is determined to return: 'I'd prefer to be back on the field next week'

Twenty-four-year-old hockey player Joann ter Haak from the Rood-Wit club has been diagnosed with the chronic autoimmune disease Multiple Sclerosis (MS). Despite the diagnosis, she remains determined t...

He marked Ronaldo, was powerless against Rodrygo and is now an Ajax regular: the story of Lucas Rosa

Brazilian defender Lucas Rosa has established himself as a key player for Ajax after a career path spanning three different countries. In a recent interview, he discussed his experiences training with...

'It seems illogical, but it works perfectly': how Peruvian and Japanese flavors come together at Maita

Restaurant Maita, a fixture in Haarlem's Lange Veerstraat for nine years, specializes in Nikkei cuisine which fuses Peruvian and Japanese flavors. Manager Spyros explains how these distinct culinary t...

Dutch cautious about booking summer holidays but won't skimp on sun

Dutch travelers are currently cautious about booking summer holidays due to uncertainties surrounding air travel. Despite this hesitation, the travel industry association ANVR reports that people stil...

Middle East war changes travel habits: these destinations are in demand

Dutch travelers are becoming more cautious when booking summer vacations due to geopolitical unrest and concerns about air travel. The travel association ANVR reports that while people still want to g...