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Roadworks in Haarlem: what to expect this week (April 20 - April 27)

Haarlem will experience several road closures and maintenance projects from April 20 to April 27, affecting areas such as Kinderhuissingel and Parklaan. Drivers are advised to account for these disrup...

Confidence in Willem-Alexander and Máxima rises again

Public confidence in King Willem-Alexander and Queen Máxima has increased for the second consecutive year. A survey of 22,000 members by the EenVandaag Opiniepanel shows a continuing upward trend in ...

Possible shots fired during dispute on Rhoneweg

Police arrested a suspect following reports of a possible shooting during an argument on the Rhoneweg in Amsterdam Nieuw-West on Monday morning. No injuries were reported, and authorities are currentl...

The burden Lisa carries in the opera ‘The Passenger’ feels like an unbearable block of concrete

Oil prices rise after new closure of Strait of Hormuz

Oil prices rose on Monday morning following Iran's decision to re-close the Strait of Hormuz. This follows a brief period on Friday when the blockade was lifted, which had temporarily caused energy pr...

Numidia and Juvat Westendorp to star in musical The Bodyguard

Numidia and Juvat Westendorp have been cast in the upcoming production of the musical The Bodyguard. Numidia will play the role of Nicki Marron, while Westendorp will share the lead role of Frank Farm...

Travel allowance won't increase everywhere after government intervention: ‘It’s just costs’

The Dutch cabinet plans to increase the tax-free travel allowance from 23 to 25 cents per kilometer. However, many employers are expected to maintain current rates rather than raising actual reimburse...

Joe Jonas confirms relationship with model Tatiana Gabriela

Joe Jonas has officially confirmed his relationship with model Tatiana Gabriela by sharing a photo of the couple together on Instagram. The Jonas Brothers singer's social media post marks the first pu...

Pension too low, fraud victim? Consumers increasingly complain to ombudsman thanks to AI

The Dutch financial complaints institute, Kifid, reported a significant increase in consumer complaints over the past year. Director Eveline Ruinaar noted that consumers are finding the organization m...

Tobacco tax revenue falls as more people buy abroad

The Dutch government's revenue from tobacco excise tax fell by 15% to 2.6 billion euros in 2025. According to CBS data, the decline is driven by a decrease in smoking and an increase in consumers purc...

Maintenance truck launched in accident during roadworks on A44 in Abbenes

A serious accident occurred on the A44 motorway near Abbenes during roadworks around midnight between Sunday and Monday. A service vehicle was launched from a truck's trailer, resulting in significant...

Were the two crew members asleep in their bunks when the WR-6 suddenly took on water and sank?

Weekly tips: things to do in Amsterdam from April 20 to 24

This article offers activity recommendations for Amsterdam during the week of April 20th to 24th, ahead of the King's Day celebrations. It highlights the favorable weather forecast as an incentive for...

Explosion at home on Leeuw van Vlaanderenstraat in West

An explosion occurred early this morning at a residence on Leeuw van Vlaanderenstraat in Amsterdam's Kolenkitbuurt district. The street has a history of multiple explosions, leading to previous securi...

Driver crashes into parked vehicles in Haarlem, causing significant damage

A motorist collided with two parked cars on Prinsen Bolwerk in Haarlem around midnight between Sunday and Monday. The accident resulted in significant damage to the vehicles involved.

Many more young people, I'm happy about that

Record Store Day, which originated in the United States in 2008 to support struggling record stores, has evolved into a popular annual event in the Netherlands. The celebration features special releas...

RIVM proposes ban on cigarette filters over microplastics

The Dutch National Institute for Public Health and the Environment (RIVM) has proposed a ban on cigarette filters to reduce microplastic pollution. The institute states that removing filters would ben...

Heart researcher Rogier (46) survives four cardiac arrests and a transplant: 'I had to say goodbye to my family'

Rogier Veltrop, a 46-year-old heart researcher who survived four cardiac arrests and a heart transplant, is now conducting revolutionary research into genetic heart failure. He highlights that approxi...

Charlize Theron on mother who shot her father: 'She saved my life'

South African actress Charlize Theron discussed the night her mother killed her father in self-defense during an interview with The New York Times. Theron credited her mother with saving her life and ...

Erasmus MC warns against cannabis oil during pregnancy: may not be safe after all

Researchers at Erasmus MC have warned that using CBD oil during pregnancy may not be safe, as substances can reach the fetus and disrupt placental blood vessels. The findings challenge the perception ...