paroolSep 7, 2026, 01:00

Think in spoons and name your days, like Dashing Tuesday: how behavioral scientist Emma (36) recharges beforehand instead of refueling afterwards

Behavioral scientist Emma Op den Kamp, based at the University of Amsterdam, studies methods for managing physical and mental energy to prevent exhaustion. In her new work, she encourages individuals to shift their focus from recovering after burnout to proactively recharging their energy levels.

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Based on reporting by parool. Translated and condensed by LocalHeadlines.

You know them, the characters from the show The Drama – those parasites at a party who make you think: when can I escape to the bathroom?

The stage production The Drama satirizes the self-importance of the cultural elite. It becomes particularly compelling when the characters reveal their true selves by dropping their social masks.

A man sprints from the audience during the final notes of Cats: he must be in a hurry to get his coat, I think

The musical Cats celebrated its premiere at the Carré theater in Amsterdam, where the elaborate production and identical casting choices drew particular interest. A lighthearted moment occurred during the finale when an audience member made a quick exit before the show concluded.

Solve the Haarlem Murdoku with a Halloween twist: who committed murder in the church?

To celebrate Halloween, a fictional murder mystery puzzle called a Murdoku has been set in the St. Bavo Church in Haarlem. Players must use logical clues to place various horror film characters on a grid to identify that Pennywise is the culprit behind the death of Marion Crane.

Amsterdam is having a birthday: come celebrate!

Amsterdam will celebrate its 751st anniversary on Sunday, October 25, with various activities held at the Stadsarchief. Most of these celebratory events are open to the public free of charge.

You will soon be able to get lost in the dark during parties at Bajes, in the former Bijlmer prison

The former Bijlmerbajes prison in Amsterdam-Oost is being transformed into a new multi-purpose venue called Bajes. The facility will feature three halls with a total capacity of 3,000 people to host nightlife, concerts, and exhibitions.