First-ever American of Haarlem club Flamingo’s dies

Steve Powell, the first American basketball player for the Haarlem-based club Flamingo’s, passed away on Saturday at the age of 82. He is remembered as the club's inaugural American recruit.

Steve Powell, the first American basketball player for the Haarlem-based club Flamingo’s, passed away on Saturday at the age of 82. He is remembered as the club's inaugural American recruit.

The 'Ik zie jou' photo project is seeking ten Haarlem residents to be paired with local newcomers for a series of interviews and portraits based on shared interests. These stories and photographs will be showcased in an outdoor exhibition in Haarlem's city center this September. Interested participants can apply through the Museum of Humanity website until June 21, 2026.

Dutch football fans gathered at the Westergasterrein in Amsterdam to watch the national team's match against Japan on a large screen. Although the Netherlands took the lead twice with goals from Virgil van Dijk and Summerville, the game ended in a draw after Japan equalized in the final minutes.

Journalist Senna Brammer explores current trends among the younger members of Gen Z, specifically their frequent use of Snapchat and the high demand for Harry Styles concert tickets. The piece delves into the digital habits and social media preferences that define this generation's online communication.

The new building for the Waldorf primary school De Toermalijn in Hillegom will feature 33 apartments across four residential floors above the school facilities. This project on Abellalaan aims to integrate educational space with a significant new housing development.