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Why does Hudson's Bay still stand on 'our' old V&D building? The letters are annoying

Residents of Haarlem are expressing frustration that the Hudson's Bay signage remains on the former V&D building. The persistence of these letters continues to irritate the local community.

Hamas dissolves its administration in Gaza Strip

Hamas has announced the dissolution of its governing body in the Gaza Strip, a position it has held for approximately two decades. This move is intended to facilitate the implementation of a peace pla...

Vacation takes you out of your familiar daily routine, and that's a good thing

Psychologist Thijs Launspach explains why taking a break from your daily routine by going on vacation is beneficial for your mental health. He encourages stepping outside of one's familiar environment...

Spain expects 100 million foreign tourists despite fires and heat

Spain expects to welcome 100 million foreign tourists this year, according to Tourism Minister Jordi Hereu. Despite concerns regarding rising summer temperatures and wildfires, the country continues t...

Video | Bruno Mars cycles onto the stage in the ArenA wearing an orange scarf

They change how you look at identity, freedom and the everyday: these 10 creative talents have the chance to showcase their work in Het Parool

Roadworks in Haarlem: keep this in mind this week (July 6 - July 13)

Multiple road construction projects are taking place in Haarlem from July 6 to July 13. Various locations, including Gedempte Oude Gracht and Oostvest, will experience partial closures during this per...

Macron expresses solidarity with wildfire victims

French President Emmanuel Macron has expressed his solidarity with those affected by wildfires in southern France, which have led to the evacuation of thousands of people. He also thanked emergency se...

Dutch crypto entrepreneur (35) who was a victim of gang rape in Pakistan escaped after car crash

A 35-year-old Dutch crypto entrepreneur who traveled to Pakistan for business was kidnapped and gang-raped. She managed to escape after the vehicle carrying her and one of her attackers was involved i...

Motorist seriously injured after colliding with overpass near Lijnden

A driver died this morning after their vehicle crashed into a viaduct pillar on the N232 road near Lijnden. Emergency services, including a trauma team, responded to the scene, but the individual coul...

Car crashes at N232 overpass near Lijnden: one person seriously injured, road closed

A serious car accident occurred on Monday morning when a vehicle crashed into a pillar at the N232 viaduct near Lijnden, leaving one person severely injured. Authorities have completely closed the N23...

RIVM vaccination director: no plan B prepared for vaccinations

Jaap van Delden, the former RIVM vaccination program director, testified that no contingency plan existed for administering COVID-19 vaccinations when it became clear that general practitioners could ...

VVD council member Dennis Kornet wants Haarlem to stop being the capital of paternalism: 'Snack bar ban? My heart bleeds'

VVD council member Dennis Kornet has called for an end to restrictive policies in Haarlem, such as bans on snack bars. He argues that the city should prioritize entrepreneurial freedom to restore its ...

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Should I spend thousands on home renovations? It might be useful, or it could be a waste of money

The author is contemplating whether it is financially wise to invest thousands of euros in home renovations as things in their house continue to break down. They express uncertainty about whether such...

Diesel is flowing from the pump for less than 2 euros per liter again here and there

The price of diesel has fallen below 2 euros per liter at some locations in the Netherlands. This follows a significant price increase that occurred after the outbreak of conflict in the Middle East.

UN chief on AI: development faster than we can keep up

UN Secretary-General António Guterres has warned that artificial intelligence is developing at a pace that humanity cannot keep up with. He is calling for the implementation of international regulati...

England terrified of Erling Haaland after Brazil heroics: He gives Norway hope of much more to come

Erling Haaland led Norway to a quarter-final victory against Brazil in the 2026 World Cup by scoring two goals. This performance has silenced critics in England who previously doubted his ability to s...

Fewer intercity trains around Leiden and no sprinters between Haarlem and Leiden due to switch failure [update]

A switch failure is disrupting train services on Monday morning, resulting in fewer intercity trains between Leiden, The Hague, and Amsterdam. Additionally, sprinter services between Haarlem and Leide...

Doctor Rutger gets the shock of his life: ‘Doctor, are you trying to kill me or something?’ Mr. Jochems asks furiously

Doctor Rutger describes the increasing difficulty of his work as he encounters angry and suspicious patients who often lash out at him. Despite these hostile interactions, he occasionally experiences ...