Why Vondelpark barely has mosquitoes but your balcony does: 'We have created a mosquito paradise'

Pub chain bans music and speakerphone calls: 'Customers are going mad'

The British pub chain Wetherspoon has banned the use of phone speakers across its 792 locations. Staff will intervene if customers use speakerphone, citing complaints from other guests about the noise.

The older, the harder: why losing weight gets tougher after forty, and how to succeed

Losing weight becomes increasingly difficult after the age of forty due to various biological factors. Two nutritionists explain the underlying causes of this challenge and provide practical tips to help individuals effectively lose excess weight.

Weekend tips: things to do in Amsterdam from August 21 to 23

This article highlights various free activities and events available in Amsterdam from Friday, August 21, to Sunday, August 23. The guide aims to help residents and visitors plan their weekend schedule without any costs.

Drenched, alert and a little wistful: the busy morning cycle rush hour is back in Amsterdam

Tobacco industry eyes nicotine pouches for new success

Tobacco companies are increasingly focusing on nicotine pouches as a profitable alternative to traditional cigarettes. While these products are currently growing faster than vapes, the industry faces potential challenges from stricter future regulations.