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Van Kalmthout sixth in Indy 500, victory for Swede Rosenqvist

Dutch driver Rinus 'Veekay' van Kalmthout achieved a career-best sixth-place finish at the Indy 500 on the Indianapolis Motor Speedway. The victory went to Sweden's Felix Rosenqvist following a compet...

Girls Aloud singer Nicola Roberts gives birth to first child

Girls Aloud singer Nicola Roberts has announced the birth of her first child, a daughter. The 40-year-old singer shared on social media that the baby was born healthy several weeks ago following a 38-...

Mixed feelings at Ajax after penalty shootout win against FC Utrecht

Major three-car accident on IJburglaan, vehicle overturns

A collision involving three cars occurred at the intersection of IJburglaan and the A10 in Amsterdam East on Tuesday evening, causing one vehicle to flip onto a bicycle path. Two people were hospitali...

Wout Weghorst expects to leave Ajax: 'It was two very good years'

Dutch striker Wout Weghorst announced his likely departure from Ajax following the expiration of his contract. Speaking after a play-off final against FC Utrecht, Weghorst stated that he expects to le...

Ireland Baldwin expecting second child

Ireland Baldwin, the daughter of Alec Baldwin and Kim Basinger, has announced she is expecting her second child. The 30-year-old model shared the news through a post on her Instagram account.

Tears, shame and relief at Ajax: European football allows club to look ahead quickly

Ajax has secured a spot in the Conference League preliminary rounds, providing significant relief to the squad and staff after a challenging season. Despite the achievement, feelings of shame remain r...

'Zandvoort locals have taken Hotel Keur to their hearts': Podcast about town's oldest and most famous hotel

Gillis Kok, Karina Veeren, and Ger Loogman have produced a podcast to preserve the history of Hotel Keur, the oldest hotel in Zandvoort, which dates back to 1911. The audio series aims to document and...

Jack and Winnie trapped on Sluiseiland with twenty neighbors after lock route closure: ‘Where do I go if something happens to me?’

Technical failures at the IJmuiden lock complex have stranded approximately 21 households on Sluiseiland after a bridge over the Zuidersluis failed to close. Residents expressed concern regarding emer...

Zeeburgereiland desperate for larger supermarket, but must wait longer

Simone walks Nijmegen Marches for late partner and type 1 diabetes research: ‘I’m walking to process everything’

Simone Knollenburg is participating in the Nijmegen Four Days Marches to raise money for the Diabetes Fund in memory of her partner, Hannes, who died from type 1 diabetes complications. She aims to su...

Zeewijck Liquor & Wine Store in IJmuiden releases anniversary beer: 'Enjoyable beer pairs perfectly with a snack board'

Slijterij & Wijnhuis Zeewijck is releasing a special anniversary beer to celebrate the 150th anniversary of IJmuiden. The beverage will be available starting May 29th at the liquor store's Zeewijkplei...

Cycling and pedestrian tunnel at Velsertraverse installed in just 34 minutes: 'A great spectacle'

A new pedestrian and bicycle tunnel connecting Beverwijk and Velsen-Noord was successfully installed at the Velsertraverse in just 34 minutes. The project, managed by contractor Heijmans and the Provi...

Are these pedestrian bridges still safe? I’d rather take a detour

The author reflects on a lifelong fear of heights that originated from climbing frames in primary school gym classes. This phobia remains so intense that they prefer taking longer alternative routes r...

Ajax fans mostly relieved after securing European football: "Glad this season is over"

Ajax supporters expressed relief after their club secured a spot in the Conference League qualifiers by defeating FC Utrecht on penalties following a difficult season. While the atmosphere was largely...

More than just 'that one week': what your period says about your health

Physician-researcher Nienke Bosma explains that a woman's menstrual cycle can provide significant insights into her overall health beyond just the period itself. She encourages women to monitor their ...

Video | Blonde Klaasje returns as temporary K3 member wearing black wig

Scheveningen and Kijkduin parking lots full of beachgoers

The municipality of The Hague has advised beachgoers to travel by bicycle or public transport as parking lots in Scheveningen and Kijkduin reached full capacity on Sunday. The warning was issued to ma...

New name and logo for merged welfare organization to be unveiled at De Luifel theater in Heemstede

The welfare organizations Welzijn Bloemendaal and WIJ Heemstede are officially merging after a year of preparation. The new name and logo for the combined organization will be unveiled next week at th...

Excavation underway for water storage: Wadi at Beatrix van Dongenstraat for extreme rainfall in Heemskerk

A wadi is being constructed near the Beatrix van Dongenstraat in Heemskerk to manage excess rainwater for the new De Goudvinck complex. The project aims to prepare the area for extreme rainfall by pro...

Real estate gem! Cinema, wine bar, gym, jetty, 9 bedrooms, 5 terraces: what you get for over 12 million

A luxury home on the Zuidelijke Wandelweg in Amsterdam is listed for sale for over 12 million euros. The expansive property features high-end amenities including nine bedrooms, five terraces, a privat...

Lewis Capaldi no longer chasing hits: 'I deserve better'

Singer Lewis Capaldi has announced that he is no longer prioritizing the creation of hit songs, shifting his focus away from chart success. He stated that both he and his audience deserve better than ...

Who will help Riny with historic Golden Coach ride through Amsterdam's Jordaan?

Riny Assink will drive his handmade version of the Golden Coach through Amsterdam's Jordaan neighborhood on May 29 to promote social connection and honor nature. Assink has launched a fundraiser to he...

Have you seen Teun(tje), Suzy or Pippa? These 16 pets are missing in Haarlem

Last week, sixteen pets were reported missing in the city of Haarlem. The list of missing animals includes pets named Teun(tje), Suzy, and Pippa, with residents being asked to keep a lookout for them.

Wouter Klootwijk: ‘The AFM says we should make more money from money, so do we buy stocks or prefer macaroni?’

Columnist Wouter Klootwijk discusses financial advice from the Dutch Authority for the Financial Markets (AFM) regarding wealth generation. He explores the trade-off between investing in stocks and pu...

'I don't want to blow up just once, but have a long career,' says 15-year-old Bodhi, releasing debut single in the middle of exams

15-year-old Bodhi van de Brink released his debut single, "Ritme van de Nacht," while simultaneously finishing his high school exams. The song has already garnered tens of thousands of streams, signal...

Polderpark Cronesteyn: from marsh garden to old castle moat

The weekly newspaper supplement AlleTijd features a four-kilometer walking and cycling route through Polderpark Cronesteyn near Leiden. This city park is known for its historical significance, contain...

Frank and his team like a fish in water on IJmuiden’s ‘PC Industriestraat’: ‘We bring a complete restaurant to our guests’

Van Es Catering, a long-standing business in the IJmuiden port area, has been providing comprehensive catering services for corporate events, private parties, and local venues for 38 years. Owner Fran...

What you didn't know about sun protection: ‘Throw away last year's sunscreen’

This article provides nine essential facts about sun protection and sunscreen usage as sunny weather approaches. Key advice includes discarding sunscreen from previous years due to reduced effectivene...

Nervous Hillegom secures safety on final matchday after tough season. ‘This is an impressive achievement and we’re going to celebrate’

SV Hillegom secured their place in the first class after a 3-5 away victory against title contender WV-HEDW on the final day of the season. The team avoided relegation despite a difficult year spent m...