Extra focus on parent behavior at Blauw-Wit Pentecost tournament: ‘I understand football is emotion, but you are a role model’

Pope: Idea of a legitimate war is outdated

In a new papal encyclical presented on Monday, the Pope declared that the concept of a "justified war" is now obsolete. The religious leader argues that traditional ideas regarding legitimate warfare no longer apply in the modern era.

Velsen misses out on playoffs after defeat in Julianadorp. 'Maybe our fourth-place finish exceeded all expectations'

The football club Velsen finished fourth in the first class after a defeat against JVC in Julianadorp. Despite their high ranking, the Driehuis-based team missed out on a spot in the promotion playoffs for the fourth division.

Elly Vleeschhouwer-Blocq (1924-2026) survived eight concentration camps. Always keep hope, was her advice

Justin Kunst heads VSV to safety against SCPB’22 and retires: ‘It’s been a good run’

Justin Kunst scored a decisive header to lead VSV to a 2-1 victory over SCPB’22, securing the team's safety in the second class. The striker confirmed his retirement after the match, having previously played a key role in the club's promotion last season.

How the Ripperda barracks turned into a small Bosnian village in the 1990s: Ramina found safety there and gave birth to her daughter Emina

Over thirty years ago, the Ripperdakazerne in Haarlem served as a shelter for hundreds of Bosnian refugees, including the family of Emina Tuka who was born there. The article recounts how the barracks transformed into a small community for those fleeing conflict in the 1990s. Although born and raised in the Netherlands, Tuka maintains a strong connection to her parents' Bosnian heritage.