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The 100-year history of Hema is quintessentially Amsterdam

The 100-year history of Hema is quintessentially Amsterdam

The Dutch retail chain HEMA is celebrating its 100th anniversary since opening its first store in Amsterdam in 1926. The company, known for its household goods and the popular rookworst sandwich, has evolved over the century to serve a diverse range of customers.

That Andrzej Steinbach would become an artist was far from obvious: now his photos hang in Huis Marseille

That Andrzej Steinbach would become an artist was far from obvious: now his photos hang in Huis Marseille

Photographer Andrzej Steinbach is the subject of a new exhibition at Huis Marseille in Amsterdam that features his unique work with macro-photography and monochromatic portraits. Through his series, he investigates the complex relationship between humans and objects, often subverting their intended functions to challenge conventional perceptions of labor and everyday life.

Intimidation by self-proclaimed hooligans, member exodus, and fraud allegations: incidents pile up at football club ASV De Dijk

Intimidation by self-proclaimed hooligans, member exodus, and fraud allegations: incidents pile up at football club ASV De Dijk

ASV De Dijk in Amsterdam North is under investigation by the KNVB amid reports of fraud, a mass departure of 160 members, and disruptive behavior by hooligans. Concerned members have also involved the Fiod to look into the club's financial conduct.

Amsterdam's Sinterklaas steamboat needs 3 million euro restoration: 'Otherwise it ends up on dry land'

Amsterdam's Sinterklaas steamboat needs 3 million euro restoration: 'Otherwise it ends up on dry land'

The 126-year-old steamship Christiaan Brunings, known as the official Sinterklaas boat in Amsterdam, requires a 3 million euro restoration after decades without major maintenance. The National Maritime Museum has launched a crowdfunding campaign to save the historic vessel from being permanently taken out of service.

At trendy Nara Nara, the kitchen is incredibly generous with flavors, though you taste a bit too little of Egypt (7.5)

At trendy Nara Nara, the kitchen is incredibly generous with flavors, though you taste a bit too little of Egypt (7.5)

Nara Nara is a trendy new restaurant in Amsterdam that impresses guests with its generous and flavorful menu. While the food is highly regarded, critics suggest that the kitchen could lean further into its Egyptian roots to provide a more authentic culinary experience.