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Jessie J declared cancer-free at annual check-up: 'Cried for hours'

Singer Jessie J has been declared cancer-free following her annual medical check-up. The 38-year-old shared her relief on Instagram, stating that she cried for hours after receiving the positive news.

Sandra found her assigned husband too old and bald: she sent him back by return post

De Houtvaart swimming pool adds extra opening hours for Pentecost as sunny weather warms the water

The De Houtvaart swimming pool in Haarlem will extend its opening hours during the upcoming Pentecost weekend due to a forecast of warmer weather. After a cold start to the season, temperatures exceed...

Enough jet fuel, but major airlines feel the impact of later holiday bookings

European travelers are increasingly delaying their holiday bookings, leading to a noticeable decline in demand for major airlines such as Ryanair and EasyJet. This shift in consumer behavior is occurr...

From doubts and knee problems to World Cup medal: how Floor Slooff (19) regained her confidence after a serious injury

Nineteen-year-old gymnast Floor Slooff from Driehuis won a bronze medal in the floor exercise at the World Challenge Cup in Varna, Bulgaria. This achievement marks a successful return to competition f...

Rinus van Kalmthout set for seventh Indy 500: 'I know everyone is impressed by me'

Dutch racing driver Rinus van Kalmthout is preparing for his seventh Indy 500 race this coming Sunday. The 25-year-old Hoofddorp native expressed confidence in his performance and dismissed claims tha...

Neighborhood fears new explosions and hopes family doesn't return to Hercules Street

Residents in Amsterdam's Marathonbuurt are protesting the potential return of a family to Herculesstraat after an explosion at their home in March caused significant damage and safety concerns. Neighb...

Peter Gillis appeals community service sentence for assaulting Nicol Kremers

Peter Gillis is appealing the community service sentence imposed for the assault of his ex-partner Nicol Kremers. His lawyer confirmed the decision following reports of the court's verdict on the inci...

North Holland traffic: no traffic jams during Friday morning rush hour, May 22

Traffic in the province of Noord-Holland remained light on Friday morning, May 22, with no reported congestion. However, officials are warning of heavy traffic during the afternoon and evening periods...

Actresses Hanna van Vliet and Ilke Paddenburg expecting first child

Dutch actresses Hanna van Vliet and Ilke Paddenburg have announced on Instagram that they are expecting their first child. The couple shared the news alongside a collection of photos, describing the p...

Holidaymakers unable to access campsite for weeks as owner closes site

Holidaymakers at the Sandevoerde campsite in Zandvoort have been locked out for weeks due to an ongoing conflict with the owner, who plans to replace current mobile homes with luxury chalets. While gu...

Velsen residents shop locally less often as online spending grows

Residents of Velsen are shopping in their own municipality less frequently than they did four years ago. According to a retail survey, consumer spending is increasingly shifting towards online platfor...

Hester (56) and Yara (25): ‘Our children are third-generation Amsterdammers, the love for the city is just in them’

Lil Kleine and Qlas big winners at FunX Awards

Lil Kleine emerged as the primary winner at the FunX Music Awards held on Thursday evening. The rapper was named Male Artist of the Year and his album 'F*CK KLEINE' won the award for Best Album.

Ajax in Volendam's small stadium: merriment, fanaticism and scuffles

Maaike van der Plas tries something new: always a strange bunch, those on speed pedelecs

Maaike van der Plas is testing a speed pedelec as a new method for her daily commute to the hospital. She compares this option to her usual routines involving a city bike and train combination, a raci...

K3 Originals officially finished after final concert series: 'Drawing a line under it for good'

The original K3 lineup will officially disband following their final series of reunion concerts, which conclude on June 7th. Studio 100 owner Gert Verhulst confirmed the definitive end of the original...

Ajax untroubled by FC Groningen and remains in race for European spot

Ajax defeated FC Groningen 2-0 in Volendam to reach the final of the European football playoffs. The victory keeps the Amsterdam-based team in contention for a spot in the second qualifying round of t...

Female city councilors run around Sloterplas for the safety of female runners

Female city council members in Amsterdam organized a run around Sloterplas to protest the widespread harassment and intimidation of female runners in the city's parks. Following dozens of reports invo...

Many people struggle with price increases: ‘We are very bad at losing things’

Rising prices are increasingly affecting middle-income earners and homeowners in the Netherlands, leading to difficulties in covering fixed costs. Many Dutch citizens plan to reduce spending on vacati...

Despite complaining neighbors, safety requirements, and funding shortages, Amsterdam’s three cycling races remain a fixture: ‘This is where young riders learn how to stay at the front’

Brabant pop-noir singer Sharon Kovacs to perform at Carré: ‘I have a great love for murder porn’

Walking Football Telstar: Twelve men, one 91-year-old dribbling veteran at left wing. 'If training is cancelled, Piet panics'

Piet van Rijsbergen, a 91-year-old veteran, remains an active member of Telstar's Walking Football team as a left-winger. He continues to showcase his dribbling skills during weekly training sessions,...

How do you know if your child has an eating disorder? ‘She ate less and less and went straight to the bathroom after eating’

Approximately 18% of girls and 7% of boys struggle with disordered eating behaviors, which can be difficult for parents to identify early on. Experts advise that forcing children to eat or reacting wi...

This Amsterdam neighborhood is fed up with TikTok tourism: ‘Mass hysteria with truffle mayonnaise’

Residents of the Negen Straatjes neighborhood in Amsterdam staged a protest against the disruptive effects of TikTok-driven tourism. Locals demonstrated by placing wooden chairs on bridges to reclaim ...

Unrest at Heemskerk skate park due to intimidating youths. Police and municipality receive reports, but: 'Not a problem hotspot'

Residents in Heemskerk have reported incidents of intimidation, fighting, and a knife sighting involving a group of youths at a local skate park. Although police and the municipality acknowledge these...

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Netflix series Emily in Paris to end after six seasons: 'Unforgettable years'

The popular Netflix series 'Emily in Paris' will conclude after its sixth season, lead actress Lily Collins announced on Thursday. Collins, who plays protagonist Emily Cooper, described the show's run...

🔴 Ajax plays FC Groningen in Volendam

Ajax is playing FC Groningen in a football match hosted in Volendam because the Johan Cruijff Arena in Amsterdam is being used for a Harry Styles concert. The live coverage includes updates on the tea...