paroolSep 26, 2026, 01:00

Georgia (38) and Dayne (41) Muller used to hike in the South African mountains, now they run laps in Oosterpark

Georgia and Dayne Muller, a South African couple who originally planned to stay in Amsterdam for only two years, have now been living there for eleven years with their three children. They have embraced life in the city, frequently utilizing Oosterpark and valuing the strong social bonds they have formed with their neighbors.

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

Techno pioneer Hawtin to perform at pop-up stage at Leidseplein for ADE on Thursday

A free pop-up stage will be set up at Leidseplein this Thursday to celebrate the 30th edition of the Amsterdam Dance Event. The lineup features various DJs, headlined by techno pioneer Richie Hawtin, with performances running from 3:00 PM to 8:00 PM.

Free workshops and clothing swap at Circular Pop-up in Haarlem

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Ordering online without paying: these fake webshops give you a thrill but cost you nothing

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Review: The eighth season of Gooische Vrouwen is bold, cheesy, dramatic, and occasionally touching again

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What we didn't yet know about menopause: ‘Fecal incontinence is the ultimate, deeply hidden taboo’

Recent insights into menopause highlight that while societal stigmas are decreasing, certain issues like fecal incontinence remain deeply taboo. Experts are currently working to improve medical understanding of hormone therapies and aim to develop home testing kits for menopause within the next five years.