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Why are women's circles so popular? ‘We are looking for new rituals’
Women's circles are gaining popularity as a space for connection and the creation of new rituals where participants share intimate life details. Reporter Hedske Vochteloo investigates these gatherings...
Women candidly share menopause experiences in photo book Overgangmakers: ‘With my story I want to show people that more is possible’
Award-winning photographer Marieke Zwartscholten has released a new photobook titled 'Overgangmakers,' featuring the personal stories of 24 women from the Netherlands and Belgium navigating menopause....
Will there be a referendum on a boycott of Israel? Parties look ahead
The Amsterdam city council is debating whether to hold a referendum on boycotting Israel, despite an independent committee's advice that foreign policy falls outside municipal jurisdiction. While part...
What hysteria over a night at the White House, says Jan-Kees Emmer: 'It serves the national interest'
The Dutch royal couple and Prime Minister Jetten are facing criticism for their diplomatic visit to the United States to meet President Donald Trump. Much of the controversy focuses on the royal coupl...
Air France-KLM CEO earned €5.1 million last year, Netherlands objects
Air France-KLM CEO Ben Smith earned 5.1 million euros last year, more than triple the salary of KLM CEO Marjan Rintel. The Dutch government has raised objections to the compensation package, which was...
Netherlands also opposes KLM CEO Smith’s exorbitant pay
Air France-KLM CEO Ben Smith earned 5.1 million euros last year, more than triple the salary of KLM CEO Marjan Rintel. The disclosure in the aviation group's annual report has sparked criticism in the...
Richard Kemper horrified by ‘target of five’ diet: ‘It’s like eating as if you’re already on chemo’
Richard Kemper expressed strong disapproval of specific dietary guidelines, comparing the suggested food to a diet for chemotherapy patients. Additionally, residents in Bloemendaal welcomed news of a ...
Why Rob Jetten is heading to Trump with sweaty palms after all
Prime Minister Rob Jetten and King Willem-Alexander are set to visit President Donald Trump in Washington D.C. amid escalating U.S. rhetoric regarding Iran. The diplomatic mission coincides with an up...
Things to do in Amsterdam in April
The city of Amsterdam offers a variety of activities and events throughout the month of April, culminating in the King's Day celebrations at the end of the month. Residents and visitors can enjoy nume...
Haarlem Puzzle Cats compete in National Jigsaw Puzzle Championship: ‘We once found a missing piece in a wool sweater’
The Haarlem-based puzzle team 'De Puzzelpoezen' will compete in the Dutch National Jigsaw Puzzle Championship on April 12. As three-time consecutive national champions, the team is considered a top co...
Convicted sex offender finished treatment, prosecutors seek extension of psychiatric detention
The Public Prosecution Service is seeking a one-year extension of mandatory psychiatric treatment (TBS) for a 63-year-old sex offender from Haarlem. Although the man has reached his treatment ceiling,...
His footballing qualities are beyond doubt: Henk Spaan advises Jorthy Mokio to break with his management
Journalist Henk Spaan has published his weekly football ratings, featuring figures such as Jorthy Mokio, Luis Enrique, and Kees Smit. While praising Mokio's undeniable talent, Spaan specifically recom...
American censorship hits the Netherlands: researcher forced to scrap diversity chapter. ‘It was a devilish dilemma’
Leiden-based researcher Jan Melissen was forced to remove a chapter on diversity from his book due to political pressure and censorship originating from the United States. This incident reflects how A...
Prosecutors suspect arrested partner of murdering Amsterdam ABN Amro employee (40)
A 39-year-old man is suspected of murdering his partner, an ABN Amro employee whose body was found in their Amsterdam home two weeks ago. While the suspect remains in custody, the victim's family is s...
Hoofddorp suspect claims to be infiltrator in violent online group. Court keeps him in custody: 'You are doing very strange things'
A 23-year-old man from Hoofddorp remains in custody after claiming he was infiltrating the extremist online community 'The Com' to gather evidence for the police. The court rejected his defense, descr...
Professor slams 'harmful' NOS article: 'Intensive exercise after 35 is not bad for your heart at all'
Assistant Professor Rutger Middelburg of the LUMC has criticized a NOS article that suggested intensive exercise after age 35 increases the risk of cardiovascular disease. Middelburg argues the articl...
The trail of giant bulbs nears completion: Number 92 stands at Florapark in Haarlem
The 92nd painted giant bulb in a series winding through the Dutch Bulb Region was unveiled on Friday afternoon at Florapark in Haarlem. This installation is part of a growing collection of art pieces ...
Basements flooded after pipe burst in Zaanstraat, boil water advisory for 88 addresses
A pipe burst during construction work in Amsterdam's Spaarndammerbuurt caused flooding in four basements and triggered a boil-water advisory for 88 nearby addresses. Waternet issued the advisory for r...
Voting passes for Gorinchem re-vote sent earlier than expected
Voting passes for the upcoming re-election in Gorinchem on April 20 will be delivered to eligible voters by April 15, earlier than originally anticipated. The municipality expedited the process by wor...
Princess Ariane celebrates 19th birthday in private circle
Princess Ariane, the youngest daughter of King Willem-Alexander and Queen Máxima, celebrated her 19th birthday on Friday. The Government Information Service announced that the occasion was observed p...
Berendsen calls Pakistan over Lebanon ceasefire violation
Dutch Foreign Minister Tom Berendsen spoke with his Pakistani counterpart to express concern over ceasefire violations in Lebanon. Pakistan served as a mediator in the agreement between Iran and the U...
Cabinet allocates hundreds of thousands for Jewish students
The Dutch cabinet has allocated a one-time grant of 350,000 euros to support Jewish student initiatives on university campuses. Education Minister Rianne Letschert stated that the funding aims to help...
Atlas once stood on the Royal Palace, now in a restorer's backyard
The iconic bronze statue of Atlas is undergoing extensive restoration in Antwerp after over 360 years atop the Royal Palace on Dam Square in Amsterdam. Restorer Derk Biront is cleaning the statue to r...
The Frogers switch to RTL and Videoland: 'Feels very good'
The Froger family, including René and Natasja, has signed a partnership deal with RTL and Videoland to produce various programs. Their upcoming projects will include a new reality series featuring th...
NVWA catches seven men red-handed in illegal sheep slaughter
The NVWA raided an illegal slaughterhouse on a farm in Friesland on Thursday, catching seven men red-handed. The suspects were found slaughtering sheep without anesthesia, which is strictly prohibited...
Heemstede needs more time for formation. 'Cooperation agreement a major renewal, we want to do it right'
The formation of a new municipal government in Heemstede is expected to continue until late June to allow for the development of a new administrative cooperation agreement. Informateurs Marloes Derks ...
Zandvoort soapbox race is here to stay: registration opens
Registration has opened for the return of the Zandvoort soapbox race, which will once again be a feature of the Zandvoort Race Festival. Participants will race self-built vehicles down Oranjestraat, w...
Marco even dived into the paper bin in search of sex symbol Marilyn Monroe
The city of Haarlem will host a Marilyn Monroe festival in early June to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the Hollywood icon's birth. The event will feature an exhibition of collector Marco van Mu...
Get free flower seeds in Haarlem here
Residents of Haarlem can collect free flower seeds at various locations across the city to prepare their gardens and balconies for the sunny season. This initiative encourages locals to enhance their ...
De Achterklap Podcast | Royal stay under fire and is Yvonne really happy?
A legal ruling requires media company Talpa to pay Yvonne Coldeweijer, though she is now restricted from sharing further gossip content. Meanwhile, King Willem-Alexander and Queen Máxima are set to s...