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Last open stage of the season at Geesterhage cultural center in Castricum cancelled

The final open podium event of the season at the Geesterhage cultural center in Castricum, scheduled for May 3, has been cancelled. This follows a previous cancellation of the event that occurred in S...

Video | Marco Borsato on music comeback: 'Instrument hasn't been used for years'

Cate Blanchett to play convicted TV chef and businesswoman Martha Stewart in film

Cate Blanchett is set to portray Martha Stewart in an upcoming biographical film titled "Good Thing." The movie will explore the life of the famous television chef and businesswoman, including her tim...

Kate Winslet, Jamie Dornan and Leo Woodall in new Lord of the Rings film

Jamie Dornan has been cast in a leading role for the upcoming addition to the "The Lord of the Rings" film franchise. He will star alongside Kate Winslet and Leo Woodall, according to a report from Th...

Domestique Servais Knaven saves Domo-Farm Frites' spring at Paris-Roubaix

This article commemorates the surprising 2001 Paris-Roubaix victory of Dutch cyclist Servais Knaven. Riding for the Domo-Farm Frites team, Knaven's historic win is celebrated as a key moment that defi...

Amsterdam Newspaper April: Commemoration and Celebration

The April edition of the Amsterdam newspaper highlights upcoming local events, including King's Day and the commemorations on May 4 and 5. It also covers city-specific topics such as the removal of bi...

Bradley Cooper working on new Ocean's film

Actor and director Bradley Cooper is developing a new installment in the Ocean's film franchise. He is set to write, direct, and star in the upcoming production.

Nicole Kidman wants to support dying people after her mother's loneliness

Actress Nicole Kidman has expressed a desire to become an end-of-life companion to support people in their final days. She was inspired by the loneliness her mother experienced before passing away in ...

The Dutch royals were lucky at the White House dinner: Melania was there

Actor Dustin Hoffman (88) writing a book about his life

Actor Dustin Hoffman is set to release his memoir, titled "Look at Me," on November 10. The 88-year-old's upcoming book will chronicle his life and career, according to People Magazine.

Machiavelli Prize for Sinterklaasjournaal is posthumous recognition for Dieuwertje Blok

Presenter Merel Westrik accepted the 2025 Machiavelliprijs on behalf of the television program Het Sinterklaasjournaal on Tuesday evening. The award, granted by the Machiavelli Foundation for excellen...

Standing ovation for Gisèle Pelicot in Amsterdam: ‘I am here to give others strength’

Royal Ballet attributes rising ticket sales to Timothée Chalamet’s jibe

The Royal Ballet and Opera in London reported an increase in ticket sales following a negative remark about the art forms made by actor Timothée Chalamet. Director Alex Beard thanked the actor in an ...

Actor Eddie Redmayne fined over 800 euros for speeding

Actor Eddie Redmayne has been fined 1,000 pounds (over 860 euros) for a speeding violation that occurred in October. He was recorded driving 45 km/h in a zone where the speed limit was 32 km/h.

Ye postpones performance in France until further notice

American rapper Ye, formerly known as Kanye West, has postponed his upcoming concert in Marseille, France, until further order. The artist announced the decision on social media, stating it was made a...

Study: Many young people exposed to violent pornography

A study by the Verwey-Jonker Institute, commissioned by Defence for Children, found that over two-thirds of young adults were exposed to violent pornography, often before reaching adulthood. The resea...

Children's book veteran Selma Noort liked the idea of a fairy tale about a kind of Donald Trump

Once after a night out, now throwing a ball with a child at the fair: ‘It’s the start of summer’

The annual summer fair has returned to the Grote Markt in the heart of Haarlem, featuring a variety of rides and traditional food stalls. Visitors of all ages are attending the event, which many local...

Video | Royal couple pose for the press in Miami

Depleted Netherlands women surprise France in World Cup qualifying

The Dutch women's national football team secured a surprise 2-1 victory against France in a World Cup qualifying match held in Breda. Despite missing several experienced players, goals from debutant R...

Where stolen art treasures from the Drents Museum in Assen were hidden will always remain a mystery

The hiding place of stolen masterpieces returned to the Drents Museum will remain a mystery as the Dutch Public Prosecution Service claims not to know where they were stored. Authorities have indicate...

Frenchman wins valuable Picasso painting with ticket costing less than 100 euros

A French man has won a Pablo Picasso painting valued at $1 million in a charity lottery benefiting Alzheimer's research. He acquired the artwork after purchasing a raffle ticket for just 99 euros.

Rein (34) and Jesse (28) made a documentary about chemsex: ‘Certainly not an Amsterdam phenomenon’

Minimal music takes center stage at Muziekgebouw: ‘You have to be a bit more patient than with a Beethoven symphony’

Actor Alec Baldwin wants to retire: 'Don't want to leave my house anymore'

Actor Alec Baldwin has expressed his desire to retire from acting, citing the emotional burden following the fatal shooting incident on the 'Rust' film set. The 68-year-old star stated that the experi...

Windows in the Koetshuijs in Heemskerk provide more space for activities: ‘Plants from the castle garden can soon be brought inside for winter’

The old wall of the Koetshuijs at Slot Assumburg in Heemskerk has been fitted with glass windows to create a conservatory-like space. This renovation provides more room for activities and allows plant...

Ye sued for assault at Los Angeles hotel

An unidentified man has filed a lawsuit against Ye for an alleged unprovoked assault that took place two years ago. The incident reportedly occurred at the Chateau Marmont hotel in Los Angeles, where ...

Threat of lawsuit between Van Gogh Museum and ministry over subsidy averted for now

Soli music association celebrates building anniversary and first female member: 'Those boys were cracking up, but I could handle the teasing'

Music association Soli is celebrating the 50th anniversary of its music center in Santpoort-Noord with a hobby market this Sunday. The event also commemorates historical milestones for the organizatio...

Tom Egbers makes EO documentary about World War II

Presenter Tom Egbers has created a documentary titled "De Brief" for broadcaster EO, focusing on the story of Jetty van Thijn, a woman who died during World War II. The documentary follows the 68-year...