haarlemsdagbladApr 1, 2026, 17:00

Nature photographer Ilse Koks receives honorable mention from De Groene Camera for painterly photo at Zuidpier: 'I wanted to show the roughness of the sea'

Nature photographer Ilse Koks received an honorable mention in the coastal category of the Groene Camera awards for her artistic photo taken at the Zuidpier in IJmuiden. Her work was recognized for its picturesque portrayal of the sea's rugged nature.

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

World-famous TikTok grandma and food influencer Nonna Silvi (85) has died

Popular 85-year-old food influencer Nonna Silvi, known as the TikTok-oma, has died after a short illness. She gained millions of followers online for her traditional Tuscan cooking videos and was well-known in the Netherlands for her partnership with the supermarket chain Albert Heijn.

American holiday? Halloween is actually European: ‘We have a fascination with horror’

Although often considered an American tradition, Halloween originated from European religious customs before being transformed by American influence. The holiday has become increasingly popular in the Netherlands, serving as a tool for community connection in neighborhoods and through organized public events.

Anouscha (27) is a horror actor who makes a living scaring people to death

Anouscha, a 27-year-old horror actor, works at the Amsterdam Dungeon where she specializes in frightening visitors. Her experiences and the challenges of the profession are featured in the YouTube series Side Quest.

However cheerful and optimistic, something else shines through at the Black Achievement Awards Gala

The Black Achievement Awards Gala at the DeLaMar in Amsterdam offered a complex message that went beyond simple self-congratulation. While the event remained optimistic, it also highlighted deeper societal challenges facing the Black community in the Netherlands.

Nieuw-West unveils tile against senseless violence at site where Syrian boys were shot dead

A memorial plaque dedicated to two Syrian teenagers killed by senseless violence earlier this year is set to be unveiled in Amsterdam's Piet Wiedijkpark. The official ceremony, led by district chairman Nazmi Türkkol, will take place on November 5 at the site of the shooting.