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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...

Chamber choir Doulce Memoire to perform 'Our Flat Land' concert in Velsen-Zuid and Haarlem

The Haarlem-based chamber choir Doulce Memoire, conducted by Felix van den Hombergh, will perform a concert series titled 'Ons Vlakke Land' featuring four centuries of Dutch and Flemish choral music. ...

Victoria Beckham on feud with son: 'Always tried to love my children'

Victoria Beckham addressed the public feud with her son, Brooklyn, for the first time in an interview with The Wall Street Journal. The former Spice Girl and fashion designer reflected on her relation...

Hip-hop icon Busta Rhymes coming to Amsterdam's Guilty Pleasure Festival

Duinwijck hosts cup finals, but national champion is conspicuous by its absence at home: 'Eredivisie is more important'

The Degiro-hal in Haarlem will host the semi-finals and finals of the national badminton cup tournament this Saturday. Despite hosting the event at the request of Badminton Nederland, the local club D...

Ajax lose to FC Twente in friendly match

Ajax suffered a 1-0 defeat in a friendly match against FC Twente on Thursday. The practice game ended with a narrow loss for the Amsterdam-based club.

Pubs allowed to stay open overnight for late World Cup matches this summer

Bars in Amsterdam will be allowed to extend their opening hours from June 11 to July 19 to broadcast late-night FIFA World Cup matches held in North America. Mayor Femke Halsema specified that while e...

We're back and that's great! Bars and restaurants can stay open longer during the World Cup

Hospitality businesses in Amsterdam are permitted to extend their opening hours during the World Cup to accommodate late-night football matches. This change allows fans to watch the games in local pub...

Amazon video doorbells now recognize your face – ‘undesirable’, says regulator

Amazon is introducing AI-powered facial recognition technology to its video doorbells, which the company claims will store data securely. However, the Dutch Data Protection Authority (AP) has expresse...

S10 shares tribute to twin brother: 'I've been given a life sentence'

Dutch singer S10 shared a tribute on Instagram to her late twin brother, Emiel, reflecting on the lifelong impact of his death. She expressed frustration that suspects in the case are currently free w...

S10 opens up about twin brother's fatal fall: 'I have a life sentence'

Dutch singer S10 has expressed her grief and frustration over the legal case following the death of her twin brother, Emiel, who died after falling from a fourth-floor window in Amsterdam to escape be...

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Mores support center: inappropriate behavior still a structural problem in media sector

Support point Mores concludes in its first monitor report that undesirable behavior remains a structural problem within the cultural, creative, and media sectors. While a foundation for improvement ha...

At De Pastafabriek they know: don't scoop sauce onto the pasta, let them ‘marry’ in the pan instead

De Pastafabriek, located in a former shipping maintenance building, emphasizes authentic Italian cooking techniques such as mixing pasta and sauce together in the pan. The establishment highlights the...

Zandvoort awaits Dolfirama demolition appeal with confidence

The municipality of Zandvoort has postponed the forced demolition of the long-vacant Dolfirama building following an appeal by its owner. The legal challenge seeks to overturn a court ruling that had ...

Art theft suspect asks court to approve plea deal

A 37-year-old suspect involved in the theft of Romanian art treasures from the Drents Museum has asked a court in Assen to approve procedural agreements made with the Public Prosecution Service. The r...

Stolen helmet back on display in Romanian museum next week

Romanian art treasures stolen from the Drents Museum in early 2025 are returning to public display in Bucharest. The golden helmet of Cotofenesti and two Dacian bracelets will be presented at the Nati...

At Carré, singer Anohni shows she is not just a musician, but also an environmental activist and artist

Marian Mudder saw cheating as a way to survive in 'explosive' relationship

Actress and therapist Marian Mudder revealed in an interview with LINDA. that she previously cheated as a coping mechanism during a toxic and explosive relationship. Reflecting on her past, she stated...

Jutta Leerdam makes Forbes 30 Under 30 list: 'So unreal'

Dutch speed skater Jutta Leerdam has been included in the Forbes 30 Under 30 list within the Sports & Games category. The prestigious list by the American business magazine recognizes her as one of th...

First exhibition of a Dutch artist in the Rijksmuseum gardens

How a prophetic photo became street art thanks to Kamp Seedorf

Artist collective Kamp Seedorf has transformed an iconic 1980s photograph of Frank Rijkaard and Patrick Kluivert into street art. The original image was captured by photographer Pim Ras and highlights...

Injury woes the most constant factor in AZ's impressive season, according to Danielle Kliwon

AZ remains the only Dutch club still competing in three different tournaments this season despite a persistent series of injuries. The team's performance has been noted as particularly impressive comp...

Haarlem talent in semi-finals of Princess Christina Competition: ‘Exciting, and nice to play for an audience’

Young musicians Hanna Zhang and Abel Honée from Haarlem have reached the semi-finals of the Prinses Christina Concours. The two teenage talents are scheduled to perform this Saturday in Leiden for a ...

Singer-songwriter Melle: Staying true to myself, only then comes the question of whether others like it

Singer-songwriter Melle Boddaert, an alumnus of the InHolland conservatory in Haarlem, has established his music career by winning regional awards and participating in the Popronde tour. Following the...

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Gisèle Pelicot receives Four Freedoms Award in Middelburg

French rape survivor Gisèle Pelicot received the Four Freedoms Award for 'Freedom from Fear' during a ceremony in Middelburg. Pelicot, who gained international recognition for making her trial agains...