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Asako Yuzuki writes cult hit about fat-shaming and sexism: Japanese women are expected to be as thin and small as possible

Lizzo proud of Sports Illustrated cover: 'I never dared to dream it'

Singer Lizzo has expressed pride in being featured on the cover of Sports Illustrated. In an interview with the magazine, she stated that she never imagined someone with her body type would be chosen ...

Netherlands' best street dancers competed in Vondelpark on Tuesday evening: 'I'm here to enjoy myself, both on and off the stage'

Weekend tips: things to do in Amsterdam from July 24 to 26

A list of recommended activities and events for the weekend of July 24 to 26 has been curated for residents and visitors. The suggestions aim to provide entertainment options across Amsterdam during t...

Walking backwards or barefoot: does it really help with knee or heel pain?

Sports doctors Ruben De Gendt and Tom Teulingkx discuss the potential benefits of walking backward or barefoot for alleviating knee and heel pain. They explain that these techniques can be effective u...

Dozens of reports of safety issues on Pieter Calandlaan in recent years

Over the past five years, the municipality of Amsterdam has received over 70 complaints regarding unsafe traffic conditions on the Pieter Calandlaan in Nieuw-West, including speeding and dangerous dri...

Thuisbezorgd charges hidden fees for your food but counters Consumentenbond criticism

The Dutch Consumers' Association is demanding compensation from Thuisbezorgd.nl due to unexpected service fees and packaging costs added to orders. While the consumer organization criticizes these hid...

What do people in Javastraat think of the begging ban? I don't give money, but I do give a cigarette now and then

Jacob Elordi found it 'fantastic' to be tortured in Euphoria

Actor Jacob Elordi shared on 'Jimmy Kimmel Live!' that he endured challenging filming conditions for the final season of 'Euphoria,' including being trapped in a casket for two days. He described the ...

Group of friends hunts down robbers of 96-year-old grandma Mieke's necklace

A group of friends is conducting their own search for three men who robbed a 96-year-old woman named Mieke of her necklace in Overveen. After police initially delayed their response, the group began g...

From cutting to city tree

Amsterdam manages and maintains approximately 300,000 urban trees throughout their entire lifespan. The city provides ongoing care for these trees to ensure their health and development within the urb...

Ajax player Renee van Asten (19) makes top transfer to Champions League winner Barcelona

Don't fall for age-old tricks like the shell game or a 'special' prize, advises Kees van der Spek

Television presenter Kees van der Spek warns tourists against falling for common scams, such as the shell game or fraudulent pricing. He advises travelers to remain vigilant to avoid losing money and ...

After 24 years, Dunya & Desie are back (and we spoke to mother Monique)

The popular Dutch youth series Dunya & Desie is returning after 24 years. Fans can revisit the stories of the two best friends who originally grew up in Amsterdam-Noord.

First 'brutally hot day' in Japan: men allowed to wear shorts to work

Japan has recorded its first official 'gruwelijk hete dag' (horribly hot day) as temperatures soared above 40 degrees Celsius. In response to the extreme heat, authorities have advised employees to we...

47 degrees in Southern Europe? Doesn't matter, time for Oos Kesbeke's favorite summer hit!

Jurran and Hima open Catalan vermouth bar: ‘Going out in Catalonia is a true experience’

Longtime friends Jurran and Ibrahim have opened a new Catalan-style vermouth bar called Bar Selona in Haarlem. The establishment aims to bring the atmosphere and culinary inspiration they gathered fro...

Women's football club Hera dreamed of Champions League but was relegated: "It will take longer now"

After being relegated from the Eredivisie last season, the women's professional football club Hera United has begun preparations for a new season in the Eerste Divisie. Despite losing 17 players and s...

April Darby taking a break from theater: 'I don't want to overwork my body'

Singer and actress April Darby has announced a temporary break from theater work following the premature closure of the Moulin Rouge production due to water damage. She decided to step back after a de...

Marc Anthony welcomes eighth child: 'Over the moon'

Singer Marc Anthony and his wife Nadia Ferreira have announced the birth of their daughter, Myla. This marks the eighth child for the 57-year-old musician.

Sandevoerde campsite owner wants permanent guests gone within a month

The owner of Sandevoerde campsite in Zandvoort is demanding that seasonal campers remove their belongings by August 15th to facilitate the development of 250 luxury chalets. Campers are resisting the ...

Where soldiers once marched, a paved stone carpet now lies before the homes

Specialty coffee, pounded chicken and soto betawi: don't miss these new Indonesian spots

Chiquita Odjo-Seymonson is the driving force behind many activities on the Oostelijke Eilanden: ‘When people get to know each other, prejudices disappear’

Black Saturday or not: we just want to go

Travelers in the Netherlands are still opting for Saturday departures despite potential traffic congestion, even though modern accommodation bookings offer more flexibility. Many vacationers feel that...

Lucia (29) and Gastón (38) met at work: 'Every day she makes my heart melt'

Audience as aliens or the French people: at the Parade in Martin Luther King Park, visitors do more than just drink rosé

Image maker Wesley Doran (32) showcases his work in Het Parool: 'I want to keep ping-ponging between the Netherlands and Curaçao'

Suze Becker (65) has an Airbnb in the old village of Sloten: ‘People ask: is this also Amsterdam?’

Not everyone can or will go on vacation: how to make it fun anyway

Researcher Ondrej Mitas explores the concept of vacation happiness and how to achieve the ideal holiday experience. The article also addresses practical advice and perspectives for those who are unabl...