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Belgian activist and author Fleur Pierets awarded Jos Brink Prize
Belgian activist, artist, and writer Fleur Pierets was awarded the biennial Jos Brink Prize on Sunday by the Dutch Ministry of Education, Culture and Science. The award aims to promote LGBTQ+ emancipa...
Frans Banninck Cocq Medal for director of Dutch National Ballet
Rachel Beaujean, director of the Dutch National Ballet, was awarded the Frans Banninck Cocqpenning on Sunday for her years of dedication to the company. The honor was presented by Amsterdam's deputy m...
41 doubles compete for victory at national ZCD at Elza Boules: 'You have to place high'
Forty-one doubles teams consisting of 80 players competed in a national petanque competition hosted by the Elza Boules club in Beverwijk. The participants played on 17 courts, aiming to get their iron...
Bloemendaal not yet safe after defeat against Amsterdam. ‘We’re just going to go for it’
Bloemendaal suffered a 0-2 defeat against Amsterdam in the nineteenth round of the competition, marking their eighth loss of the season. With three matches remaining, coach André Morees' team sits ei...
Gerard Joling's management in contact with beer thrower: 'Completely resolved'
The management of Dutch singer Gerard Joling has resolved a dispute with a man who threw beer at the artist during a performance last Friday. Following a brief physical altercation on stage, the booki...
Groningen Commissioner files police report after FDF 'war threat'
René Paas, the King's Commissioner in Groningen, is filing a police report against the Farmers Defence Force (FDF) following threats made by the activist group. The FDF allegedly threatened 'war' aft...
Crown Prince Willem-Alexander turned down a beer on Queen's Day 1997 in Velserbeek Park: 'He thought it was too early'
During the 1997 Koninginnedag celebrations in Velsen-Zuid, Crown Prince Willem-Alexander declined an offer of beer at Park Velserbeek, stating it was too early in the day. The article also reflects on...
ZV Haerlem sharp from the start in derby against VZV, but rivals claim victory
The women's water polo team ZV Haerlem was narrowly defeated 9-10 by local rivals VZV during a derby match on Saturday. Although the Haarlem-based team started strongly at their home pool, De Planeet,...
Magnet fishers pull old grenade from water near Stopera
Magnet fishers discovered a likely World War II-era grenade in the Zwanenburgwal near the Stopera in Amsterdam. The Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) team is currently on-site to secure the device, an...
From king of Velsen-Zuid to Nijmegen benchwarmer: Youssef el Kachati dreams of hero's role in cup final. ‘Scoring the winner as a sub? I get goosebumps just hearing it’
NEC striker Youssef el Kachati, who previously starred for Telstar in Velsen-Zuid, is dreaming of a decisive role in this Sunday's KNVB Cup final against AZ. After transitioning to a substitute role a...
Fire at house in Geuzenveld, cannabis plantation possible cause
A fire broke out at a home in the Geuzenveld neighborhood of Amsterdam on Saturday evening, potentially caused by an illegal cannabis plantation. Police arrested a man for involvement in the incident,...
Zelensky: Patriot missiles could run out
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky warned on the Dutch television program Buitenhof that Ukraine's supply of Patriot missiles could run out depending on the frequency and intensity of Russian atta...
Koninklijke HFC shows too little in Rijnsburg to claim more than a defeat
Koninklijke HFC suffered a defeat in their away match against Rijnsburg, returning home without any points. The Haarlem-based team acknowledged that their performance was insufficient to merit a bette...
Minor boy threatened and robbed by duo on bike path in Santpoort-Zuid
A minor boy was threatened and robbed by two individuals on the Schoterkerkpad bicycle path in Santpoort-Zuid on Thursday evening. Police have launched an investigation and are seeking witnesses or ca...
Remembrance ceremonies in Beverwijk at Duinrust and Westerhoutplein
Stichting 4 mei Beverwijk is organizing Remembrance Day ceremonies on Monday, May 4. The commemorations will be held at the Westerhoutplein and the Duinrust cemetery.
Tattooed hairline growing in popularity: ‘A sharp line looks well-groomed’
Micro hair pigmentation, which involves tattooing a sharp and full hairline, has seen a significant rise in popularity over recent years. Practitioner Jacqueline Oeldrich, who began offering the servi...
Fieldworkers search for birds and bats in Heemstede. Extensive research into populations in the neighborhoods.
Ecological researchers are conducting extensive surveys of bird and bat populations in various neighborhoods across Heemstede. Field workers with ecological expertise are carrying out observations dur...
Don’t be too defensive if your child starts investing, says teacher Paula Smith: ‘Try starting a conversation out of curiosity’
Paula Smith, a researcher at Inholland University of Applied Sciences, advises parents to approach their children's interest in investing with curiosity rather than judgment. She emphasizes the import...
Body found in water at Lijnbaansgracht
A body was discovered on Monday morning in the water of the Lijnbaansgracht canal in Amsterdam. Police divers recovered the victim near Weteringstraat, and an investigation is currently underway to de...
Waterloo G-team plays traditional match against Telstar pros: 'There was an angel on his crossbar'
The Waterloo G-team participated in its traditional annual football match against professional players from Telstar in Driehuis. The friendly game emphasized fun and sportsmanship, with the final scor...
Two arrests after 72-year-old man stabbed at Zoetermeer dog walking area
Police have arrested two suspects in connection with a violent assault on a 72-year-old man at a dog walking area in Zoetermeer in late March. The victim was kicked, beaten, and stabbed in the head, a...
Frederikze's fairytale confirms Kinheim's role as developer and inspires others
Eighteen-year-old pitcher Tijn Frederikze has signed with the New York Yankees organization, transitioning from the Dutch baseball club Kinheim. Coach Milan Lammerts attributed the player's success to...
Father's Day and Mother's Day: are we really changing them to You Day?
A leaked language guide from the Dutch Ministry of Education suggesting inclusive alternatives for Father's Day and Mother's Day has sparked a political row in the House of Representatives. Critics ha...
Part-timers will not solve labor market shortage by working more
The Dutch government's efforts to address labor market shortages by encouraging part-time employees to work more hours are proving ineffective. Labor market experts state that these measures are havin...
Albert Heijn’s cheese stroopwafel goes viral: from ‘gross and inedible’ to ‘surprisingly good’ and ‘a solid ten’
Albert Heijn has introduced a new cheese stroopwafel, combining two classic Dutch snacks into a single product. The item has gone viral on social media, sparking mixed reactions from consumers while q...
Haarlem overturns second-half deficit to win derby against Cas: 'There is always a healthy rivalry between us'
Haarlem staged a second-half comeback to win the North Holland derby against Cas with a final score of 31-22. After trailing 14-22 at one point, the home team secured the victory, which further height...
Children explore nature at Lusthof De Haeck: Trudge through the swamp in your boots
Lusthof De Haeck, located south of the Nieuwkoopse Plassen, offers a short 1.5-kilometer walking route ideal for families with children to explore marshes, trees, and local wildlife. Visitors are enco...
Wouter Mulder had imagined Zwanenburg’s title match differently: ‘It will just have to happen in a few weeks’
Wouter Mulder shared his disappointment after Zwanenburg's championship match did not go as planned, delaying their potential title win. Reporter Aad Mathot reviewed the match to select the player of ...
Under the hood | Why we're speed dating our readers
NU.nl is providing insights into its development process by explaining how user research and direct engagement with readers help improve its digital platforms. Arie Bart de Vries, who oversees user ex...
The Greenhouse | Let politicians think of their great-great-grandchildren for once
Climate reporter Jeroen Kraan highlights a recommendation from the Dutch Council of State suggesting that politicians should consider future generations when drafting new legislation. The column advoc...