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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...

Rise in home prices slows, but houses remain expensive

The price increase for owner-occupied homes in the Netherlands slowed down in June compared to previous months, although prices remain high. Meanwhile, an increase in home sales suggests growing activ...

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 ...

Brabant admits communication errors regarding revocation of farmers' permits

The province of Noord-Brabant has issued an apology for the poor communication regarding the planned revocation of nature permits for five livestock farmers. Officials acknowledged that the notificati...

Departing Amsterdam IT chief: ‘Technology should be led by people, not the other way around’

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'

Blockade of Strait of Hormuz could lead to global recession

The global economy risks a recession if the Strait of Hormuz remains closed due to ongoing tensions between Iran and the United States. This situation threatens to increase costs for consumers in the ...

Godzilla actress Kaylee Hottle (19) dies in car accident

Nineteen-year-old actress Kaylee Hottle, known for her role as Jia in the recent Godzilla films, has died following a car accident. The incident occurred on Tuesday.

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...

The Sultry City: Sef and Tom van Kalmthout think language is just f*cking cool

The talk show 'De Zwoele Stad' is broadcasting from Amsterdamse Poort in Amsterdam, featuring various guests discussing topics like culture, music, and the city during a heatwave. The episode highligh...

Ali B speaks at conference while awaiting cassation: first job since case began

Musician Ali B is set to make his first public appearance in years at an entrepreneur conference in Vinkeveen this Thursday. He is currently awaiting a cassation appeal following his conviction for tw...

Public Prosecution Service demands up to five years in prison for men suspected of bank helpdesk fraud

The Public Prosecution Service has demanded prison sentences of up to five years against two 31-year-old men from Amsterdam suspected of committing bank helpdesk fraud. The suspects allegedly targeted...