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Suspect arrested for fatal stabbing on Tugelaweg in Amsterdam-East

Man suspected of planning attack on Princess Amalia and Alexia

A 33-year-old man is suspected of preparing an attack on Princesses Amalia and Alexia in February. The first preliminary hearing in the case is scheduled to take place at the court in The Hague on May...

Wow, what unabashed zest for life and candor Zaïre Krieger has

London stabbing suspect charged with attempted murder

A man has been charged with attempted murder after allegedly stabbing two Jewish individuals in London on Wednesday. Police have officially classified the attack as a terrorist incident.

Victims lost thousands of euros to Marktplaats fraud from Heemstede and Hoofddorp: 'I was involved'

A 24-year-old man from Heemstede admitted in a Haarlem court to his involvement in a Marketplace fraud scheme that cost victims thousands of euros. The suspect, whose activities were linked to Heemste...

Why the cabinet is padding Extinction Rebellion's coffers

This episode of the Politiek Dichtbij podcast addresses listener questions during the Dutch parliamentary recess. The discussion explores topics including financial connections to Extinction Rebellion...

Delivery van goes up in flames in Beverwijk

A delivery van was destroyed by fire on Bergerslaan in Beverwijk during the night from Thursday to Friday. The intense flames also spread to a nearby parked car, causing significant damage.

Apple reports best first quarter ever despite chip shortage

Apple reported its best first-quarter revenue ever, earning 111.2 billion dollars between January and March. This represents a 17 percent increase compared to the previous year, despite the ongoing gl...

Retail sales rise in March despite Iran war, furniture especially in demand

Dutch retailers saw a significant increase in turnover in March compared to the previous year, according to data from Statistics Netherlands (CBS). Despite concerns that conflict in the Middle East wo...

Dries Roelvink descended the famous Concertgebouw staircase as if he had never done anything else

Britney Spears officially charged after DUI arrest

Britney Spears has been officially charged with driving under the influence following her arrest in California on March 4. The 44-year-old singer was pulled over by authorities for speeding and swervi...

Trump lifts Scotch whisky tariffs after royal visit

Donald Trump has removed import duties on Scotch whisky following a dinner with King Charles and Queen Camilla on Thursday. The President-elect stated that the royal couple influenced his decision wit...

No two days are the same for psychologist Lonneke in the nursing home: ‘It gives me satisfaction when someone is calmer and more content’

Lonneke Metselaar, a 26-year-old psychologist, discusses her daily life and motivations while working in a nursing home environment. She explains that her primary professional satisfaction comes from ...

Zandvoort Hockey Club like Gauls among the Romans. Pizza nights are vital for togetherness.

The Zandvoortsche Hockeyclub is highlighted for its unique location in the dunes near the sea and the racing circuit, considered one of the most scenic in the Netherlands. The club maintains a strong ...

Anti-jihadist force bombs Mali insurgents

The joint military force of Niger, Burkina Faso, and Mali conducted airstrikes against rebel positions in northern Mali. These actions follow recent attacks by anti-jihadist groups and Tuareg rebels o...

Sheraton Amsterdam Airport Hotel at Schiphol evacuated after logo on facade catches fire

A fire broke out at the Sheraton Amsterdam Airport Hotel on Schiphol Boulevard during the night between Thursday and Friday when the logo on the roof caught fire. The hotel was evacuated as pieces of ...

Code yellow for thunderstorms with wind gusts and hail from Saturday afternoon

The KNMI has issued a code yellow warning for the Netherlands starting Saturday afternoon due to expected thunderstorms. The weather institute warns of potential hail up to 2 centimeters and wind gust...

Scrubs hospital series reboot gets second season

The reboot of the popular hospital comedy series Scrubs has been renewed for a second season, according to several American media reports. Although the renewal is confirmed, the release date for the n...

More than half of Dutch people get sunburned in the summer

A study by Maastricht University commissioned by the National Skin Fund reveals that 56 percent of Dutch people experienced sunburn this past summer. The research highlights that more than half of the...

New NH podcast about the National Monument on Dam Square: "A piece of scenery in a busy city"

A new episode of the podcast series 'Windstreken' explores the history and cultural significance of the National Monument on the Dam in Amsterdam, marking 70 years since its unveiling. The episode fea...