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Woman (27) forced into prostitution, prosecutors demand 4 years for suspects
The Public Prosecution Service has demanded four-year prison sentences for a man and a woman accused of forcing a 27-year-old woman into prostitution in Amsterdam-Zuidoost for over a year. The victim ...
Russia threatens European drone sites, including in the Netherlands
The Russian Ministry of Defense has identified several European drone manufacturers as potential targets, warning that their support for Ukraine brings conflict with Russia closer. The list includes t...
Cabinet considers phased accession of new EU member states
Dutch Foreign Affairs Minister Tom Berendsen expressed willingness to explore a phased approach for new countries joining the European Union. During a parliamentary debate, he stated the Netherlands i...
King: Made clear to Trump we disagree
King Willem-Alexander of the Netherlands stated that he expressed fundamental disagreements with U.S. President Donald Trump during a dinner at the White House. He described the conversation as open a...
Marco Borsato on relationship with Leontine Ruiters: 'She is more complete without me'
Dutch singer Marco Borsato returned to the public eye after six years during an appearance on the Belgian program 'Sergio in Italië'. He spoke candidly about his current well-being and his relationsh...
Wilders pivots on asylum and ramps up pressure on government: why is the PVV choosing this course?
Geert Wilders, leader of the PVV, has shifted his stance on asylum policy to increase pressure on the Dutch government cabinet following a strategic move in the Senate. This tactical change is intende...
Anita Witzier also to go freelance after 30 years at KRO-NCRV
Anita Witzier is leaving her permanent position at the Dutch broadcaster KRO-NCRV after nearly thirty years of service. Starting May 1, she will transition to a freelance role while continuing to deve...
Simon Sprietsma (60) has been the designer of the city center for 35 years
Architect Simon Sprietsma was honored with a symposium at the Zuiderkerk for his 35-year career designing iconic public spaces in Amsterdam, including the Dam and Leidseplein. Since 1991, Sprietsma ha...
Fighting rats, supporting emergency workers, or no paid parking? Haarlem residents to pitch ideas for upcoming coalition agreement this Saturday
Residents of Haarlem are invited to share their ideas for the new coalition agreement this Saturday at the De Wereld community center. The political parties PRO, D66, and CDA are seeking public input ...
Residents alarmed by chemical mist on tulip field: 'What is that futuristic robot doing and what is the farmer spraying on his land?'
Residents in Santpoort-Noord are raising concerns about the use of chemical pesticides, including Roundup, on a local tulip field via a robotic sprayer. The grower asserts that the application is hand...
Packaging claims can be misleading: nutrition expert discusses 9 common terms
Nutrition scientist Jaap Seidell evaluates nine common food and health claims found on product packaging, such as 'no added sugar' and '100% natural.' He explains how these labels can be misleading an...
New concert band 'The Blowing Gnat' unique accessible initiative: 'You don't even have to read music'
A new amateur wind ensemble called 'De Blazende Mug' has been established in Haarlem, offering a low-threshold opportunity for beginners and returning musicians to play instruments. Approximately sixt...
Dutch Tax Authority discovers data vault with 64 million unexamined files in benefits scandal
The Dutch Tax and Customs Administration has discovered a data vault containing 64 million files that were not reviewed during the parliamentary inquiry into the childcare benefits scandal. These docu...
PRO sidelined in Bloemendaal for now: ’We want a stable core coalition’
Following a council meeting and a report by mediator David Moolenburgh, the political party PRO remains excluded from coalition negotiations in Bloemendaal. Local leaders expressed a preference for bu...
AP: 66 data breach reports following ChipSoft hack, including from company itself
The Dutch Data Protection Authority has received 66 data breach reports following a cyberattack on healthcare software provider ChipSoft. The reports include one filed by ChipSoft itself as the invest...
Officials expect Schiphol noise rules can proceed
Officials at the Dutch Ministry of Infrastructure and Water Management expect that new noise reduction regulations for Schiphol Airport can still be implemented. Despite a recent Council of State ruli...
Mathias (12) had his poem for airmen shot down in the war ready in an instant: ‘With freedom you can enjoy your life’
Twelve-year-old Mathias wrote a poem for the annual commemoration at the Vliegermonument located in the Amsterdamse Waterleidingduinen. The ceremony honors English airmen who were killed when their tr...
Marco van Basten reports stalking: 'She is going further and further'
Former professional footballer Marco van Basten has filed a police report against a woman for stalking. He stated that the harassment has been ongoing for a significant amount of time and is continuin...
Man arrested for 2021 rape of 76-year-old woman in her home
Police have arrested a 46-year-old man from The Hague for the 2021 rape of a 76-year-old woman in her own home. The suspect was apprehended following a multi-year investigation into the incident, whic...
Pizza delivery drivers in Amsterdam targeted in wave of robberies: six minors arrested
Police in Amsterdam have arrested six minors in connection with a surge of robberies targeting pizza delivery couriers in the Amsterdam-Zuidoost district. Authorities issued a warning regarding this e...
New hobby unlocked: 3 Amsterdam cafes where you can craft
Amsterdam is seeing a rise in art cafes where patrons can engage in creative activities like ceramic painting, clay work, and linocutting while enjoying coffee. This new trend offers a social space fo...
Car catches fire after accident on A9 near Beverwijk, road closed
On Wednesday afternoon, a collision between two cars on the A9 highway near Beverwijk resulted in one vehicle catching fire and prompting a large emergency response. The incident led to the closure of...
Armed robbery on armored truck in Rotterdam-Kralingen
An armed robbery of a money transport vehicle occurred on Wednesday afternoon in the Kralingen district of Rotterdam. The suspect used a firearm or a similar object and managed to escape with an undis...
Martijn Lakemeier calls relationship with Máxima actress Delfina Chaves a 'journey'
Martijn Lakemeier and Delfina Chaves, stars of the series Máxima, are navigating their relationship following previous reports of a split. In an interview with LINDA. magazine, Lakemeier described th...
Search in compost heap leads to potential liver cancer cure
Microbiologists from Wageningen University & Research have discovered a potential treatment for liver cancer following a find in a compost heap. The results of their study were published in the scient...
Weekend tips: things to do in Amsterdam (April 17, 18 and 19)
This article highlights various weekend activities taking place in Amsterdam from April 17 to 19. Featured events include local markets, dancing at coffee bars, and professional photography sessions f...
Bat determines when dilapidated buildings in Hillegom center will be demolished
The demolition of dilapidated buildings on Hoofdstraat in Hillegom is scheduled for either this autumn or next autumn. The exact timing of the project depends on whether bats are found to be living in...
Pim Lammertse takes over Timboektoe in Velsen-Noord; 30-year-old entrepreneur to own two adjacent beach bars
Thirty-year-old entrepreneur Pim Lammertse is expanding his business by acquiring the Timboektoe beach pavilion in Velsen-Noord on May 1st. Having already taken over the adjacent Aloha pavilion in Feb...
Hard to swallow: this Haarlem restaurant is closing temporarily (but for a good reason)
Restaurant Mano in Haarlem will temporarily close its doors during the month of June. The closure is scheduled to allow for a planned renovation of the establishment.
Kennemer and Danish youth orchestras form symphony orchestra for King’s Concert: ‘Playing together is just much more fun than alone’
The Kennemer Youth Orchestra is collaborating with a Danish youth orchestra to form a combined symphony orchestra for an upcoming King's concert. Conductor Christiaan Kuyvenhoven is leading the final ...