After 35 years of sailing the world on the Azart, also known as the 'Ship of Fools,' Captain August Dirks was forced to part with his vessel in 2021 due to a serious illness. His story is now being shared in a documentary appearing in cinemas.
Based on reporting by haarlemsdagblad. Translated and condensed by LocalHeadlines.
An Amsterdam woman died after consuming a counterfeit oxycodone pill purchased from the illegal webshop Slaapillen.net. Her family launched an independent investigation after police considered closing the case, which has since linked the site to at least three fatal incidents.
Psychologie Magazine and the Museum van de Geest will host a lecture on late ADHD diagnoses in women on November 26 in Haarlem. Psychiatrist and researcher Dr. Dora Wynchank will share her expertise on the subject during the evening event.
Dutch singer Ben Cramer is recovering from a successful third heart operation that has left him feeling physically and emotionally drained. He expects to be discharged from the hospital this coming weekend once he has regained enough strength.
A coalition of environmental groups and residents has challenged new government regulations for Schiphol Airport at the Council of State. The plaintiffs claim the rules legitimize years of illegal operations and are seeking a mandatory reduction in flight numbers.
The tragic death of Hajar in Amsterdam has triggered a heightened sense of fear and insecurity among the public. Expert Marieke Liem explains that while these reactions are understandable, they can negatively impact how people perceive and navigate public spaces.
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