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Newly graduated artists exhibit at Ron Mandos gallery: "This is bizarre"

Galerie Ron Mandos in Amsterdam is hosting the 'Best of Graduates 2026' exhibition, featuring works from 26 newly graduated artists from across the Netherlands. The event aims to provide a professiona...

HR prioritizes Charlotte's (55) office colleagues for summer bonus: 'They went that extra mile'

Charlotte, a 55-year-old employee, discovered that her summer bonus was significantly lower than that of her office-based colleagues. HR explained the discrepancy by citing the additional effort and p...

Another explosion at toy store on Abraham Staalmanplein, residents evacuated

Ryan Gosling to play Ghost Rider in new Marvel movie

Canadian actor Ryan Gosling has been cast to play Ghost Rider in an upcoming Marvel Studios film. The announcement was made this past Saturday during the Comic-Con event held in San Diego.

Pastor Herman (98) does not know if he will go to heaven

Herman Zegger, a 98-year-old pastor from Twente, shares his uncertainty about whether he will be granted entry into heaven. Despite his long career as a preacher, he remains humble and hopeful that th...

Eventful Davina Michelle performance at open-air concert: fall, landing in a ditch, and red patches

During an outdoor concert at Caprera in Bloemendaal, singer Davina Michelle experienced a difficult performance marked by a fall into a ditch. Following the show, the artist revealed that she suffered...

Haarlem versus the American Harlem: how similar the two really are

This article explores the similarities between the city of Haarlem in the Netherlands and the neighborhood of Harlem in the United States. Despite their different appearances, the two share commonalit...

Residents evacuated in middle of the night after explosive found at Nieuw-West toy store

Residents of an apartment building in Amsterdam's Nieuw-West district were evacuated early in the morning after an explosive was discovered at a local toy store. The Explosive Ordnance Disposal Servic...

Haarlemmerbuurt fed up with nuisance: "Even drinks are being snatched from people on terraces"

Residents and business owners in the Haarlemmerbuurt area of Amsterdam are reporting increased nuisance from homeless individuals, including intimidation, theft, and harassment. While the municipality...

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Motorist causes huge disturbance in Nieuw-West and is banned from driving

A driver in the Nieuw-West district of Amsterdam was prohibited from continuing their journey after police measured their car producing 90 decibels, exceeding the legal limit of 81. The vehicle will r...

Johan Cruijff Arena tests automatic payment for drinks and snacks

Ajax supporters can participate in a pilot program at the Johan Cruijff Arena that allows them to purchase food and drinks through automated payments using AI and tracking technology. The system enabl...

Illustrator Aimée de Jongh is first Dutch person to win prestigious comics award

Illustrator Aimée de Jongh has become the first Dutch person to win an Eisner Award, often referred to as the Oscars of the comic book industry. She received the prestigious accolade for her work on ...

Adelheid Roosen: ‘As a tomboy, I’ve fallen out of many a tree’

In an interview with Mezza magazine, Dutch performer Adelheid Roosen reflects on her physical characteristics and personal quirks. She discusses her health sensitivities and her acceptance of her own ...

62-jarige man maakt afspraak voor seks met '15-jarig meisje': 140 uur taakstraf

A 62-year-old man was sentenced to 140 hours of community service for arranging a sexual encounter with a person he believed to be a 15-year-old girl. Although the individual was actually an adult set...

Illegal prostitution in Diemen home causes neighborhood nuisance

The mayor of Diemen has closed a residence in the Holland Park neighborhood due to illegal prostitution and reports of nuisance. Local authorities are actively working with the police to combat human ...

After the birth of her daughter, Evelien (34) sometimes feels utterly alone

After the birth of her daughter, 34-year-old Evelien Reijnoudt reflects on the unexpected challenges and feelings of isolation associated with motherhood. She expresses that caring for her baby has ma...

Last summer of Formula 1 kicks off: "We are going to miss it"

The Dutch Grand Prix in Zandvoort is beginning its final summer of racing, as organizers have decided to end the event after six years due to financial concerns. While the races have brought significa...

Friendly Vondelpark packed with all the colors of the rainbow: 'Protest without joy is much less powerful'

Why the Netherlands is still a long way from being a cashless society

Despite the widespread use of digital payment methods in the Netherlands, cash remains a vital part of the economy. Experts suggest that a cashless society is unlikely to be realized in the near futur...