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German arms exports more than quadrupled in the first half of the year

German arms exports have quadrupled in the first half of this year compared to the same period in 2023, according to preliminary data from the German Ministry of Economic Affairs. This significant inc...

Investors sell chip stocks again, causing ASML share price to drop

Investors on the Amsterdam stock exchange sold their chip holdings in the final hours of trading to cash in on earlier gains. Consequently, ASML shares closed down 0.4 percent after having risen by mo...

Lowlands is still not sold out, but organizers are not worried

The organizers of the annual Lowlands festival have stated they are not concerned despite the upcoming edition not yet being sold out. They remain confident that the event will be well-attended and su...

Haarlem strikingly popular with men: more move in than leave, while the opposite is true for women

Recent migration statistics for Haarlem reveal a gender-based trend in relocation patterns. More men are moving into the city than leaving, while the opposite trend is observed among women.

Sophie Straat speaks to 3voor12 about backlash after mosh pit comments: 'I'm good'

Singer Sophie Straat discussed the controversy surrounding a social media clip of her performance at the Best Kept Secret festival with music platform 3voor12. Straat expressed her disappointment rega...

ASML is building the most complex machines ever: You have to shell out a few hundred million

ASML, a former Philips subsidiary based in Veldhoven, has become a global focal point for business leaders and journalists due to its development of highly complex and expensive machines. The company'...

Good friend Eddy Terstall on Cees Geel: 'He approached acting like a top-level sport'

Director Eddy Terstall pays tribute to his friend and colleague, actor Cees Geel, who passed away yesterday. Terstall highlights Geel's exceptional acting talent, praising his timing, expression, and ...

Little interest in new Schiphol talks: Amsterdam may participate, but residents' groups remain skeptical

AI can provide relief for swimming pools with staff shortages according to Gerald Dicker (52): Lifeguards are more alert

Munir de Vries creates basketball court mural on Museumplein with special paint: 'You still need to be able to play well here'

Daley Blind makes comeback for Ajax in friendly against Bochum

Daley Blind will make his return to Ajax in a friendly match against VfL Bochum this Wednesday. The veteran defender is set to start for the team at the De Toekomst sports complex.

What happens during cardiac arrest and when are you at risk? Cardiologist explains

Cardiologist Menno Baars explains the mechanisms behind sudden cardiac arrest and why it is fatal without immediate medical intervention. The article highlights the physiological processes occurring d...

Checks and instructions for skippers at the Amstel lock

Authorities are currently inspecting vessels at the Amstelsluis to ensure boaters possess the required navigation vignettes. Additionally, they are providing information to skippers regarding the city...

Former US President Joe Biden to release memoirs in November

Former US President Joe Biden will release his memoirs titled 'Promise Me, America' on November 17. The book is scheduled to be published shortly after the American midterm elections.

‘Crying children’: Amstelveen closes almost all paddling pools in the middle of a heatwave

Red Light District aid workers not surprised by arrests in human trafficking investigation

Police conducted a major operation in Amsterdam's red-light district resulting in the arrest of four individuals suspected of human trafficking. Three additional suspects were detained in Romania as p...

NOS newsreader Iris de Graaf gives birth to daughter: 'Incredibly in love'

NOS news anchor Iris de Graaf and her partner Tony Boakye have welcomed their first child, a daughter named Gigi. De Graaf shared the news and photos of their first week as parents on Instagram.

25-year-old man acquitted of involvement in De Pizzabakkers explosion

A 25-year-old man has been acquitted of involvement in two explosions at restaurants in Amsterdam, including a De Pizzabakkers branch, due to insufficient evidence despite the presence of his DNA. How...

Querenshyo T. acquitted of complicity in attacks on De Pizzabakkers, but convicted of weapons possession

Weekend tips: things to do in Amsterdam from July 17 to 19

This weekend from July 17 to 19, various activities are available in Amsterdam, including rooftop yoga and evening visits to the zoo. Despite the end of the recent heatwave, the weather remains pleasa...