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Hold off on buying grass seed and fertilizer for your yellow lawn

Experts advise homeowners to wait before attempting to repair yellow lawns caused by the extremely dry summer of 2026. Applying grass seed or fertilizer now is discouraged, as the lawn needs time to r...

Squatter of Zwanenburg school building responds to neighborhood unrest: "I am not a pedophile"

A squatter who occupied a former school building in Zwanenburg has denied rumors suggesting he is a danger to children at the neighboring primary school. While local parents and residents have express...

Water board around Amsterdam further expands sprinkling ban

The Amstel, Gooi and Vecht water board is extending its irrigation ban to include the use of groundwater due to persistent drought conditions. This measure follows a previous restriction on using surf...

Carice van Houten didn't hold back: What is that climate witch doing there, naked in a barrel?

Soft Serve Day! 7 places to get a delicious soft serve ice cream in Amsterdam

In celebration of National Soft Ice Cream Day on Wednesday, August 19, various locations in Amsterdam are highlighted for their soft-serve ice cream offerings. Residents are encouraged to treat themse...

Build your own burger at Burger Business

Former case manager Saïd has opened the first Burger Business location in Haarlem's Cronjéstraat. The establishment offers customers the opportunity to assemble their own burgers.

Dietician Pauline swears by plant-based eating: Joint pain can decrease

Dietitian Pauline Kortbeek suggests that reducing the intake of animal-based fats and proteins may help alleviate pain for patients suffering from joint conditions like rheumatism and osteoarthritis. ...

20 crisis housing units planned for people with confused behavior

Housing corporation Ymere is establishing twenty 'time-out' homes in Amsterdam to provide temporary shelter and intensive support for individuals exhibiting confused or problematic behavior. This init...

Ajax pubs angry at Ziggo for not broadcasting match: "I'm already paying a fortune"

Owners of Ajax-themed cafes in Amsterdam and Haarlem are upset with Ziggo Sport for not securing the broadcast rights to the upcoming Ajax match against FC Sion. Because the game will only be availabl...

The easiest way to travel to the F1 weekend in Zandvoort

The final Formula 1 weekend in Zandvoort will take place this weekend, leading to significant road closures and traffic restrictions in the surrounding region. Organizers and the ANWB advise visitors ...

Jan de Bie (1941-2026) organized the Jordaan Festival for nearly half a century, often against all odds: ‘He had a heart of gold’

Nol Jansen Manenschijn (76) and Lydia Bodeker (86): ‘I walked her home and immediately sensed that something wasn't right there’

JA21 staffer Maarten Brante dies after falling into water at Prins Hendrikkade

Maarten Brante, a political staffer for the JA21 party, has died at age 48 following a fatal accident on the Prins Hendrikkade in Amsterdam. He fell into the water in the early hours of August 13 and ...

Garden designer Inge Slothouber shares tips on greening your balcony or roof: 'Let's help stop the insect apocalypse'

From egg salad sandwiches to yellow curry chips: why we love visiting supermarkets abroad

Many travelers find visiting local supermarkets in foreign countries more engaging than traditional tourist sites. Experts suggest this trend is driven by human curiosity and the desire for novel expe...

Easy Life frontman John Wolbers back in jail: faces TBS order for threatening and stalking ex-girlfriend

John Wolbers, a former key figure in the Easy Life investment scandal, has been imprisoned again. He faces potential mandatory psychiatric treatment due to charges involving the serious stalking and t...

How do toenail fungus infections develop and what helps? A medical pedicurist explains

Medical pedicurist Denise Bruins explains the causes of fungal nail infections and provides advice on how to maintain healthy nails. This article is the third installment in a series dedicated to prop...

Katja quietly changes piglet candy shape after 33 years: ‘More contemporary’

After 33 years, the candy brand Katja has quietly updated the shape of its popular pig-shaped sweets. The company confirmed the change, noting that the new design is intended to look more contemporary...

Why Vondelpark barely has mosquitoes but your balcony does: 'We have created a mosquito paradise'

Pub chain bans music and speakerphone calls: 'Customers are going mad'

The British pub chain Wetherspoon has banned the use of phone speakers across its 792 locations. Staff will intervene if customers use speakerphone, citing complaints from other guests about the noise...

The older, the harder: why losing weight gets tougher after forty, and how to succeed

Losing weight becomes increasingly difficult after the age of forty due to various biological factors. Two nutritionists explain the underlying causes of this challenge and provide practical tips to h...

Weekend tips: things to do in Amsterdam from August 21 to 23

This article highlights various free activities and events available in Amsterdam from Friday, August 21, to Sunday, August 23. The guide aims to help residents and visitors plan their weekend schedul...

Drenched, alert and a little wistful: the busy morning cycle rush hour is back in Amsterdam

International youth hockey tournament no longer in Sloten due to sprinkler ban

The World Hockey Youth Tournament has been relocated from Amsterdam to Houten due to a water sprinkling ban, which prevents the proper maintenance of artificial water-based hockey fields. The ban, imp...

Tim finds comfort on the golf course after his serious diagnosis: I am not focused on being sick there

Tim van der Lugt, a 44-year-old man diagnosed with a rare brain tumor, finds therapeutic relief and distraction by playing golf. He is currently channeling his passion for the sport into a special mis...

Love? For Wilfred Genee it is apparently just a side hustle, something that tires you out

Jetten will also be cheering for his fiancé tonight, but not too loudly

Rob Jetten and King Willem-Alexander share the experience of having Argentine partners, which creates a complex situation during international sports matches against Argentina. This dynamic is current...

Formula 1 in Zandvoort: everything you need to know about the 2026 Grand Prix

The Formula 1 Grand Prix is scheduled to take place at the Zandvoort circuit from August 21 to August 23, 2026. This event will mark the final time the racing series visits this specific track.

From antique street to tourist hotspot, the character of Spiegelgracht is changing

The Spiegelgracht and Nieuwe Spiegelstraat in Amsterdam are undergoing a shift in character as traditional antique shops and galleries are increasingly replaced by eateries catering to tourists. While...

Unrest in Zwanenburg due to squatters in demolition building next to primary school

Parents of students at De Kameleon primary school in Zwanenburg have expressed concerns after squatters occupied a vacant school building located directly next to the campus. While the municipality in...