Nina van Tongeren (26) created a play about child abuse: ‘You’re quickly seen as either a pathetic victim or a hero who survived’

How do chefs survive the heatwave? ‘We once had air conditioning, but it was no match for all the heat sources’

Over 11,000 Enexis customers are waiting for a new or upgraded connection

Grid operator Enexis reported that its waiting list for new or upgraded electricity connections grew by 734 requests in the first half of the year. Despite doubling its newly constructed grid capacity, over 11,000 customers are currently waiting for a connection.

Shell profits from high oil prices due to Middle East war

Shell reported a significant increase in second-quarter profits, reaching 9.8 billion dollars compared to 6.9 billion dollars in the first quarter. This growth was driven by rising oil prices resulting from the ongoing conflict in the Middle East.

Shocking or not? This is what a student room in Haarlem costs per month

As the new academic year approaches, many students are looking for housing in Haarlem. The article examines the monthly costs associated with renting a student room in the city.

Heritage of the Week | Beautiful and pleasant: trees along the canals

Since the 17th century, trees have been planted along the canals of Amsterdam to enhance the city's appearance. In addition to their aesthetic value, these trees provide essential cooling for the urban environment.