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Beekeeper hopes for help with bee count: 'Sit for half an hour, coffee, enjoy'
The 9th National Bee Count is taking place across the Netherlands this weekend, encouraging citizens to spend thirty minutes recording insect sightings to help researchers monitor declining population...
Koen’s meatball shop on Kinkerstraat is popular on TikTok: ‘People are coming to Amsterdam specifically’
Meat The Balls, a sandwich shop located on Kinkerstraat in Amsterdam's Oud-West, has become a viral sensation on TikTok for its international take on the traditional Dutch meatball. The popularity of ...
Beverwijk raid book to be translated into German
The historical book 'Oorlog voorbij het Graf,' which details the WWII-era raid in Beverwijk, is being translated into German for publication. The announcement was made by the chairperson of the Zösch...
Amsterdammers to be involved in new coalition negotiations
Amsterdam's forming coalition parties are involving residents in negotiations by selecting 75 randomly chosen citizens to participate in the formation process. Formateur Hendrik-Jan Biemond has also a...
Amsterdam residents to be involved in new coalition negotiations
The political parties PRO and D66 plan to involve Amsterdam residents in the formation of a new coalition agreement by inviting 75 randomly selected citizens to participate in discussions. Alongside t...
Going out with Amalia is wilder than with a minister
The Dutch cabinet is preparing measures to mitigate the economic impact of the conflict in Iran while facing internal political challenges in The Hague. The PVV is reportedly threatening to block its ...
Cyclist found seriously injured on Noorderweg near Spaarndam, investigation underway
A cyclist was found seriously injured on the Noorderweg near Spaarndam on Friday afternoon. Emergency services, including a trauma helicopter and two ambulances, responded to the scene, and an investi...
Guterres at Peace Palace: international law under pressure
UN Secretary-General António Guterres warned that international law is under pressure during an event celebrating the 80th anniversary of the International Court of Justice in The Hague. The ceremony...
Premier Jetten: Missed opportunity if Senate rejects asylum laws
Premier Rob Jetten is urging the Senate to approve new asylum laws during a vote scheduled for next week. He stated that it would be a missed opportunity if the legislation were to be rejected by the ...
Caro announces new album: 'It's about accepting every part of me'
Dutch singer Caro has announced her new solo album, Returning to Innocence, which is set to be released this autumn. The announcement follows the Friday debut of her latest single, Greatness.
De Achterklap Podcast | Marco's TV comeback divides and Gillis denies biting
Marco Borsato made his first television appearance since his legal case began, resulting in divided public opinion. Additionally, reality television star Peter Gillis recently appeared in court twice ...
Hermans hopes opposition views healthcare plans as a whole
Health Minister Sophie Hermans is calling on opposition parties to view the government's healthcare proposals as a comprehensive package following the cabinet's agreement to increase the deductible. T...
Sybrand Buma to become new Vice President of the Council of State
Sybrand Buma, the current mayor of Leeuwarden and former CDA leader, has been appointed as the new vice president of the Council of State. He is scheduled to succeed Thom de Graaf in the position star...
Willem's dream comes true: fencing to prevent railway accidents
After years of delays, rail infrastructure manager ProRail has installed a safety fence along the tracks between Overveen and Zandvoort to prevent children and deer from entering the line. The project...
Broadcast journalist uncovers secret location of navy ship with a simple tracker
A journalist from Omroep Gelderland successfully tracked the secret location of the Dutch naval frigate Zr.Ms. Evertsen in the Mediterranean Sea using an inexpensive Bluetooth tracker. While Defense M...
Domus Plus homeless shelter stays out of the council chamber
The Haarlem city council has decided against holding a new political discussion regarding the construction of the Domus Plus shelter for homeless individuals and addicts in Haarlem-Oost. A majority of...
Ronald Bartlema (1959 - 2026), Haarlems Dagblad culinary critic and Jeugdjournaal head, dies
Ronald Bartlema, the chief of NOS Jeugdjournaal and a culinary critic for Haarlems Dagblad, passed away at his home on April 15. He died peacefully surrounded by his family, leaving behind a legacy in...
Cabinet proceeds with deductible increase: 455 euros in 2027
Health Minister Sophie Hermans is pushing to increase the Dutch healthcare deductible by 70 euros, aiming for a total of 455 euros by 2027. The cabinet intends to secure parliamentary approval for the...
Relative of Anne Frank creates YouTube series about her life: Important to keep telling the story
Leyb Elias, a relative of Anne Frank, has partnered with the Anne Frank House to launch an eight-part YouTube documentary series titled 'Anne Frank was here.' The series follows Elias to significant l...
How can Velsen intervene in traffic chaos? VVD submits council questions over Wijkertunnel roadworks
The VVD political party has submitted formal questions to the Velsen municipal executive regarding potential traffic chaos caused by the closure of entrance ramps to the Velsertunnel. The party is see...
COA cannot stop asylum boat shuttle bus and will discuss future with municipality
The COA attempted to cancel the shuttle bus service for residents of the MS Galaxy asylum boat in Amsterdam to encourage self-reliance among its occupants. However, the municipality blocked the move, ...
'We want to bring France to Beverwijk': Martijn Duijn and Kelly Duijn open boulangerie on Breestraat
Martijn and Kelly Duijn are opening a French-style boulangerie on Breestraat in Beverwijk this Saturday following five months of construction. The couple aims to bring the atmosphere of France to the ...
From elections to new administration: ‘Seeing what works for the city’
Pro Amsterdam and D66 are exploring the formation of a new city government in Amsterdam, aiming for a coalition agreement before the summer. The parties also plan to involve residents in discussions r...
Season over for Kian Fitz-Jim: Ajax midfielder undergoes shoulder surgery
Ajax midfielder Kian Fitz-Jim will be sidelined for the remainder of the season after undergoing surgery on his shoulder on Friday. The 22-year-old had been experiencing persistent issues with the joi...
Another man (27) sentenced to prison for Malieveld riots
A 27-year-old man has been sentenced to prison for his involvement in riots at the Malieveld in Den Haag last year. The court found him guilty of public violence at three different locations and the t...
Car catches fire on N208 near Velserbroek, road partially closed
A car caught fire on the N208 highway near Velserbroek on Friday afternoon, leading to a partial road closure towards Beverwijk. The incident resulted in traffic delays for commuters in the area.
IJsselmonde family: sentence too low, but no appeal
The family of an 81-year-old man shot dead in Rotterdam-IJsselmonde in early 2025 considers the prison sentence given to the shooter, Sendric S., to be too low. Despite their dissatisfaction with the ...
Princess Amalia beams at photo call on bridge in heart of busy Amsterdam
Princess Amalia posed for the press during a scheduled photo session on a bridge in the center of Amsterdam. The 22-year-old royal participated in the event amidst the city's usual busy atmosphere.
Station Square office giants to be demolished in early 2028; preparations for new square well underway
The office buildings and sports hall at Haarlem's Stationsplein are scheduled for demolition in early 2028 to facilitate a complete redesign of the station area. Preparations for the redevelopment are...
King’s Day in Amsterdam? What you need to know about public transport and ferries (and where to avoid)
Public transport and ferry services in Amsterdam will implement route changes and special schedules during King's Night and King's Day celebrations. These measures aim to manage large crowds and help ...