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Amsterdam is preparing for King's Day with traditional flea markets and city-wide celebrations. This week's update offers practical advice, including public transport tips, to help residents and visitors navigate the Dutch national holiday.

Provincial councillor leaves party and remains absent for months

Provincial councillor leaves party and remains absent for months

North Holland provincial representative Maik de Weerdt has been absent from legislative meetings for months since leaving the Volt party to form his own faction in December 2025. Despite missing approximately 15 meetings at the Provincial House in Haarlem, he has continued to receive his monthly allowance of roughly 2,250 euros. De Weerdt recently responded to the controversy by stating he intends to return to his duties next month.

The Greenhouse | Facts once again seem to matter little in the climate debate

The Greenhouse | Facts once again seem to matter little in the climate debate

Climate reporter Jeroen Kraan discusses how factual education about climate change fails to significantly shift public opinion. He highlights that even a crash course on the subject does not alter perspectives, presenting a discouraging finding for climate journalists in the Netherlands.

After her father's death, Kim became a death doula: ‘In this controllable society, we avoid the subject of dying’

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Making money as a child at the flea market: with cupcakes, dances, tastings, photos, and a guessing game

Making money as a child at the flea market: with cupcakes, dances, tastings, photos, and a guessing game

King's Day flea markets offer children a unique opportunity to earn money through creative activities like selling cupcakes, performing, and hosting games. To stand out among the many participants, the article suggests using clever tactics that go beyond simple originality.