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Thin mattress, 40-degree heat and rice for breakfast: how new columnist Jesper Rasch (28) is discovering Chinese cycling life

Dutch cyclist Jesper Rasch has joined the China Anta-Mentech Cycling Team as a sprinter and mentor for local riders. Rasch, who hails from Zandvoort, will share his monthly experiences of racing and a...

Video | New Beste Zangers contestants announce themselves by rapping

Yves Berendse and Jeangu Macrooy in new season of Beste Zangers

AVROTROS has announced that Yves Berendse and Jeangu Macrooy will participate in the nineteenth season of the popular music program 'Beste Zangers'. The new series is scheduled to be broadcast later t...

Huge value of Pokémon cards leads to robberies in the UK

The increasing market value of Pokémon cards has triggered a wave of robberies and ram-raids at stores throughout the United Kingdom. Some incidents have resulted in the theft of merchandise valued a...

Creating the flower parade in a Noordwijkerhout hall. The setup days are a celebration in themselves

Hundreds of volunteers are decorating fifteen floral parade floats at a bulb company in Noordwijkerhout ahead of this weekend's event. The construction phase has become a popular attraction for touris...

René took his brother's Tolkien books as a child. Now he has a museum dedicated to them

René has turned his childhood passion for J.R.R. Tolkien's books into a dedicated museum in Leiden. The establishment is featured as a lesser-known museum gem run by volunteers with limited opening h...

Telstar inspires Waterloo’s revival: ‘Isn’t our location great?’

The amateur football club Waterloo in Driehuis is experiencing a resurgence, drawing inspiration and professional presence from the nearby club Telstar. Since Telstar's rise, Waterloo has become a reg...

Actress Christina Applegate hospitalized

American actress Christina Applegate has been hospitalized since late last month and remains under medical care. The news was first reported by the entertainment website TMZ, though no specific detail...

King's Day 2026: All flea markets in Haarlem at a glance

King's Day 2026 is approaching, featuring traditional flea markets throughout Haarlem where visitors can find low-priced items such as clothing and books. The article provides a comprehensive list of ...

Video | Freek Vonk bitten by crocodile: 'Occupational hazard'

Netflix reports sharply higher profit with Bridgerton as major draw

Netflix reported a significant increase in first-quarter profits, driven by the success of popular titles like Bridgerton and the second season of One Piece. The streaming service also benefited from ...

Max Verstappen admits: ‘Had to bring up Nürburgring races at home. She says: is that really necessary?’

Max Verstappen shared personal anecdotes about his home life and sim racing during a special interactive event titled 'An Evening with Max Verstappen.' The four-time world champion engaged with Dutch ...

Wienen offers glimmer of hope for 'too long' skûtsje: 'We don't follow rules blindly'

Haarlem Mayor Jos Wienen is seeking a solution for a skûtsje boat that is 50 centimeters too long according to local mooring regulations. The owners had considered cutting the vessel in half to compl...

René Froger celebrates 65th birthday with new duets album

Dutch singer René Froger has announced a new album to celebrate his 65th birthday. The record, which Froger announced on Instagram, will feature duets with various Dutch artists.

American singer d4vd arrested after body of 14-year-old girl found in trunk

American singer d4vd has been arrested on suspicion of murdering 14-year-old Celeste Rivas after police in Los Angeles linked him to the case. The victim's body was discovered in a decomposed state in...

New interim board of Hoofddorp Pioniers tries to turn tide in dispute with stadium operator ETO, conflict cautiously fading: ‘The battle between us is unnecessary’

The Hoofddorp Pioniers baseball club and stadium operator ETO are moving toward resolving a long-standing dispute over a new operating agreement. Following the appointment of an interim board at the c...

Enhanced castle feel at renovated Stayokay in Assumburg Castle, new bridge to lure garden visitors: 'They book for the experience'

The Stayokay hostel in Slot Assumburg, Heemskerk, has reopened following an extensive renovation designed to enhance the historic "castle experience" for guests. Manager Michiel Broos noted that while...

Betondorp got a pub after all a century ago

Timber construction is all the rage in Amsterdam – and as old as the city itself: ‘A wooden house’s frame can easily last for centuries’

'DJ Amalia' enjoys a beat, especially while studying law

Princess Amalia explored the nightlife of Amsterdam during a two-day visit, which included participating in a DJ workshop. The princess shared that she enjoys music with a strong beat, especially whil...

Sydney Sweeney and Scooter Braun confirm relationship on social media

Actress Sydney Sweeney and former music manager Scooter Braun have officially confirmed their relationship on Instagram. Sweeney shared a black-and-white photo of the couple together to announce the n...

Video | Meghan Markle encourages youth: 'No one was bullied more than I was'

Everything done to solve Drents Museum art theft, including threatening lawyers

Authorities utilized aggressive investigative methods, including the alleged intimidation of lawyers and harsh detention conditions, in their attempt to solve a major art theft from the Drents Museum ...

At Coachella, being seen is more important than seeing, even for Dutch influencers

Christiaan Kuitwaard's paintings are not about what you see, but how you look at it

Photographer Ed Geels brings old and new IJmuiden together for anniversary calendar: 'It’s quite a task'

Photographer Ed Geels is creating a special anniversary calendar for IJmuiden that blends historical and modern imagery into single photographs. The calendar is scheduled for release in October, with ...

Referral to dermatologist for laser tattoo removal. 'I’m not removing it. I’m going over it'

The rapid growth of tattoo shops has led to an increase in customers seeking to cover up or modify older designs they regret. Professionals in the industry observe a stylistic transition from traditio...

Haarlem troubadour Joop (88) and Jessica can’t stop singing: ‘We keep being asked back’

88-year-old songwriter Joop Visser and Jessica van Noord, known as Het Succesvolle Duo, continue their nearly 25-year musical partnership with a sold-out performance in Haarlem's Zaanenpark. The pair ...

Hearts at Polderplein in Hoofddorp 'for every resident who helps from the heart'

The Polderplein in Hoofddorp has been decorated with chalk hearts to celebrate the International Year of the Volunteer. This makeover serves as a token of appreciation for every resident who contribut...

Amalia explores the city, starting with a vegetarian quiche at the official residence

Princess Amalia has started a two-day official tour of Amsterdam, beginning with a brunch hosted by Mayor Femke Halsema at her official residence. The Princess, who already lives and studies in the ci...