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Ditch the smartwatch: it’s giving you sleepless nights, says sleep expert
Dutch sleep professor Eus van Someren warns that using smartwatches to monitor sleep quality can actually lead to poorer sleep results. He emphasizes that insomnia is a significant, underestimated hea...
Blauw-Wit korfball coach calls for Amsterdam cooperation after relegation
The Amsterdam korfball club Blauw-Wit has been relegated from the Korfbal League following a 20-18 loss to Deetos, ending their streak at the highest level since 2005. Coach Dennis Doves responded by ...
Little for young people to do on asylum boat, but now they can play sports here
A new sports container has opened on the MS Galaxy asylum boat in Amsterdam's Westelijk Havengebied to provide recreational activities for its 1,500 residents. The initiative aims to improve living co...
Ajax start Gloukh and Itakura against Heracles Almelo
Ajax will feature Oscar Gloukh and Ko Itakura in the starting lineup for their away match against Heracles Almelo. This marks Gloukh's first start under coach Óscar García, while Itakura returns to ...
No haunted houses or thrill rides, but children's laughter at the nostalgic fair in Heemskerk: 'I didn't know what to expect, but this is very fun'
A nostalgic fair is taking place this weekend behind restaurant Bleij in Heemskerk, focusing on traditional entertainment rather than loud modern attractions. The event offers a quieter atmosphere fil...
Lackluster final half hour costs Koninklijke HFC costly points against Barendrecht
Koninklijke HFC suffered an unnecessary 1-2 home defeat against Barendrecht after a poor performance in the final thirty minutes. The loss means the Haarlem-based club has yet to secure safety from th...
Discarded items transformed into unique creatures: How Haarlem’s Martijn recovers by creating recycle buddies
Martijn Rengelink, a resident of Haarlem, creates robot-like figures from discarded materials as a therapeutic practice following a severe burnout. He finds that the process of crafting these "recycle...
Years of uncertainty over new caravan sites; ‘We’ve been living with my in-laws for a year and a half. Eight of us in one trailer’
The construction of ten new caravan pitches at the Elzenhof site in Heemskerk has been delayed again, with a potential completion date now set for early 2027. Residents have expressed desperation over...
Paula and Jenny make historical costumes: 'I'd love to wear such a beautiful dress every day, but it's hard to vacuum in'
Paula Lauwerens and Jenny Bart share a passion for creating detailed historical costumes, which they frequently showcase at events such as the Venetian carnival in Bruges. While the two friends enjoy ...
No green thumb but tired of your paved garden? Just start small, say those at the Springer Festival in Haarlem
The Springer Festival at the Haarlemmer Kweektuin provided practical advice on Saturday for people wanting to replace garden tiles with nature-friendly plants. Experts at the event shared tips for low...
Telstar powerless in second half and loses heavily in Utrecht
Telstar suffered a 4-1 defeat in Utrecht after failing to maintain their momentum from a strong first half. The loss was a significant blow for the Velsen-based side, who struggled to compete in the s...
FC Utrecht beats Telstar as Bunnikside chants: ‘Correia is ours. Olé, olé’
FC Utrecht defeated Telstar 4-1, strengthening their position in the Eredivisie play-off race while the relegation-threatened Telstar struggled. The victory was celebrated by Utrecht fans, marking an ...
Traffic jams in South and on several highways due to closure of A10 South and A10 East
Major traffic congestion has hit Amsterdam and surrounding highways following the closure of the A10 South and A10 East for the Zuidasdok project. Drivers are facing significant delays in local neighb...
Fairground industry furious over new truck tax: 'The government is destroying our industry'
Fairground operators in the Netherlands are protesting a new truck tax regulation that could increase their costs tenfold, claiming it will destroy their industry. In response to the government's plan...
It feels very special for Guido to care for the Muiderslot collection as a volunteer: 'We remove many cobwebs'
Guido van Meerbeek serves as a volunteer at the Muiderslot castle, where he and his colleagues maintain an extensive historical collection. The team cares for a wide range of items, including painting...
'A weed plantation smells like floor wax.' Visitors at Zeewijk Safety Day sniff drug scent jars
During a Safety Day in Zeewijk, IJmuiden, residents learned to identify the smell of illegal cannabis plantations using scent jars. The event aims to help citizens recognize signs of drug production i...
Highly charged match for Anthony Correia: Telstar visits FC Utrecht
Telstar is set to play an away match against FC Utrecht at the Galgenwaard stadium, featuring the return of Jochem Ritmeester van de Kamp to the starting lineup. Later today, Ajax will conclude the ma...
First five Dutch citizens set sail for Gaza on Sunday
Five Dutch citizens will depart from Barcelona on Sunday as part of an international flotilla aiming to deliver aid to Gaza. They will be followed by ten additional Dutch participants departing from I...
Mother (VVD) already in Castricum council. Will her son (D66) still make it in? ‘Everything depends on coalition negotiations’
Renata (VVD) has secured a seat in the Castricum municipal council, while her son Jamie (D66) narrowly missed out according to initial results. Jamie may still enter the council if coalition negotiati...
Cherry picker nearly topples in Akersloot, fire department on scene for over two hours
A rented aerial work platform partially tipped over at a home in Akersloot on Saturday morning, requiring a two-hour intervention by the fire department. The incident occurred while a resident was usi...
Kwebbelkop frustrated by Biro ban on ferry, seeks exception for North residents like himself
YouTuber Kwebbelkop has petitioned the Amsterdam city council to reconsider the enforcement of a ban on microcars like the Biro on city ferries. He argues the ban would increase travel time from Amste...
Bartje’s Buuf in Santpoort-Noord is promising, original dishes at village bistro (8)
Bartje’s Buuf is a promising new village bistro in Santpoort-Noord that offers original dishes in an accessible setting. Located next to café Bartje in the former 't Palet building, the establishme...
Lottie Hellingman: When you're young you want to be old, and vice versa
Lottie Hellingman is a multi-talented Dutch performer and single mother who reflects on the shifting perspectives of youth and aging. Originally from Middenbeemster, she currently resides in Amsterdam...
Castor College clears 14 obstacles for the Johan Cruijff Foundation. Duardo has a tactic: ‘Run very fast and don’t look around’
Approximately 1,400 students from Castor College participated in a 14-obstacle run on Friday to support the Johan Cruijff Foundation. The event featured obstacles set up across the school's gymnasiums...
Robbery at smartphone store in Haarlem city center, police search for suspect
A robbery occurred at a smartphone shop on Barteljorisstraat in the center of Haarlem on Saturday afternoon. Local police are currently conducting a search for the suspect involved in the incident.
This store brand’s plain chips win our taste test: ‘These are welcome on my couch’
A panel of three experts conducted a taste test of ten different supermarket brands of plain potato chips to identify the best option for spring picnics and outings. The evaluation aimed to determine ...
Line 25 tram derails in Amsterdam-East, multiple lines diverted
A line 25 tram derailed near Muiderpoortstation in Amsterdam-East around noon, causing no injuries but leading to significant transport disruptions. Tram lines 7, 14, 19, and 25 are currently diverted...
Assen art heist suspect made no deal and denies presence at robbery
Bernhard Z., a 35-year-old lead suspect in the Drents Museum art heist, has denied involvement in the robbery and refused to strike a deal with the Public Prosecutor. He maintains that he was not amon...
Construction of Port of IJmuiden business park to start in August, residents consulted on relocation of historic stairs
Construction of the IJmuider Delta business park, featuring 31 business units in the IJmuiden port area, is scheduled to begin in mid-August. Local residents are being consulted regarding the relocati...
Not all suspects in Assen art heist reached deal with prosecution
Bernard Z., a 35-year-old suspect in the January 2023 art heist at the Drents Museum in Assen, has not reached a plea deal with prosecutors. He is scheduled to stand trial next week for his alleged in...