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Patrick Kluivert opens Cruyff Court in his old neighborhood: ‘When I was young we didn't have such a nice pitch’
Free things to do this spring break: Best tips and outings with kids in Amsterdam
Crack use on the rise in Amsterdam, as in other European cities: what can we learn?
‘Light’ is a performance for children aged 2 to 6 – and for parents: ‘You experience your child’s reality’
SCP: Vulnerable people hit hard by government plans
The Netherlands Institute for Social Research (SCP) warns that the new cabinet's plans overlook vulnerable citizens in society. The agency expresses concern that the government's expectation for self-...
Man fires shots into air during argument at Frederiksplein, two arrested
Two men were arrested after one fired a gun into the air during an argument at Frederiksplein in Amsterdam around 10:30 PM. No injuries were reported, and police recovered a firearm from one of the su...
Jetten: New cabinet must improve approach to poverty
Prime Minister Rob Jetten has stated that the new cabinet must improve its strategy for addressing poverty. This follows an analysis by the CPB which revealed that the proposed policies of the D66, VV...
Shot fired during dispute at Frederiksplein
Berendsen calls US Secretary Rubio
Dutch Foreign Minister Tom Berendsen held an introductory phone call with U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio on Monday shortly after taking office. The conversation between the two officials was conf...
Person injured in single-vehicle crash in Hoofddorp
A car crashed into a tree in Hoofddorp on Monday evening during a single-vehicle accident. One occupant sustained injuries and was subsequently transported to the hospital for treatment.
De Slimste Mens pays tribute to deceased contestant René Karst in first episode
The first episode of the new season of the Dutch quiz show 'De slimste mens' paid tribute to contestant René Karst, who passed away in November. The 59-year-old singer had already finished filming hi...
Shopkeepers Mike (39) and Mirwais (50) buck the trend for entrepreneurship: 'The will to succeed is greater than the fear of failure'
Despite historically low economic growth, entrepreneurs Mike van Leeuwen and Mirwais Farid are launching new business ventures. They are driven by a strong determination to succeed that outweighs the ...
Jetten calls Zelensky immediately after taking office
Shortly after taking office, Prime Minister Rob Jetten held a phone call with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky. Jetten reaffirmed that the Netherlands remains committed to providing unconditiona...
Hopeful collectors contact Amsterdam museum after discovery of authentic Rembrandt etchings
Experts at the Rembrandt House Museum in Amsterdam have seen a surge in collectors seeking authentication for prints after 35 genuine Rembrandt etchings were discovered in Zutphen. While the inherited...
Klöpping: Amsterdam claims promises are legally worthless
The municipality of Amsterdam argued in court that promises made to residents carry no legal weight in a lawsuit regarding mass tourism. This defense follows a legal challenge by the foundation "Amste...
Orange underwear, sea bass fillet and a pen that doesn't work: the first day of the Jetten cabinet
The Jetten cabinet officially began its term on Monday following the departure of the Schoof cabinet. The first day was marked by several unusual incidents, including nervousness from the King and a d...
Sint Maarten Prime Minister congratulates counterpart Jetten's cabinet
Prime Minister Luc Mercelina of Sint Maarten has congratulated Rob Jetten on the formation of a new government in the Netherlands. Mercelina expressed his commitment to working with the Jetten adminis...
Arjan Linker composes for the Netherlands Student Orchestra: ‘In India you play by ear’
NOS pleased with Winter Olympics viewing figures
The Dutch public broadcaster NOS reported high viewership numbers for the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan-Cortina. The sports event attracted a significant audience in the Netherlands over the past few ...
Boxing, karate, hapkido, kickboxing and kung fu: First Martial Arts Event in Spaarnehal attracts seventy children to learn five combat sports
Around seventy children participated in the first Martial Arts Event at the Spaarnehal in Haarlem to explore five different combat sports, including boxing and karate. The event, organized by Sportsup...
Haarlem politicians reject 'democracy-undermining' AI voting guide: 'Voters, do not use it!'
Political parties in Haarlem are warning citizens against using Keus.nl, an AI-generated voting guide, due to inaccuracies and fabricated party positions. Local politicians claim the tool undermines d...
Martijn Krabbé finds voice-over work more fun than presenting: 'It's easier'
Dutch presenter Martijn Krabbé has shared that he prefers voice-over work over presenting, noting that it is easier for him. Krabbé, who is stepping back from on-camera duties due to his diagnosis w...
Why doctors are now less likely to remove tonsils, and when they truly need to come out
Doctors in the Netherlands are becoming increasingly cautious about performing tonsillectomies compared to previous medical practices. ENT specialist Susanne Balter explains the biological function of...
Dutch Consumer Association warns of headphones with harmful substances
The Dutch Consumer Association is warning consumers about headphones found to contain excessive levels of harmful substances, such as Bisphenol A. These chemicals can enter the body and potentially we...
Former lawyer Weski again requests further investigation into detention
Former lawyer Inez Weski and her legal team requested further investigation into her detention conditions during a court hearing on Monday. Weski is suspected of participating in the criminal organiza...
Driver charged with attempted manslaughter of police and military police during wild chase: ‘A miracle no one was killed’
A 54-year-old man is accused of attempted manslaughter against eight law enforcement officers during a dangerous car chase in Halfweg and Alkmaar on November 18. Prosecutors stated that it was a mirac...
Young, highly educated and strikingly white: this is what the Jetten cabinet looks like
The new Jetten cabinet is characterized as being young, predominantly male, and highly educated with limited ethnic diversity. An analysis of the eighteen ministers reveals specific demographic trends...
Hackathon in Beverwijk seeks sustainable solutions for millions of pallets: 'Use them for coffins'
A hackathon in Beverwijk is exploring sustainable solutions to prevent the single-use of transport pallets. Participants at the event, hosted by Collectief Circulair, are investigating ways to dismant...
Mona Keijzer leaves BBB after breach of trust, continues as independent MP
Former Deputy Prime Minister Mona Keijzer has resigned from the BBB party after being passed over for the leadership role. She intends to remain in the House of Representatives as an independent membe...
Alternative Velsen voting guide is unverifiable. ‘Fishing is cultural heritage’
Voters in the municipality of Velsen are facing uncertainty ahead of the upcoming municipal elections in three weeks. Concerns have been raised regarding the alternative voting aid Keus.nl, which crit...