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Jacques Hermus on his city Haarlem: ‘My wife and I were sold immediately’

Culinary journalist and author Jacques Hermus shares his favorite locations in Haarlem in the "My City" column of Mezza magazine. He provides local recommendations, including where to find quality ing...

Jim (23) is carillonneur at Plein '40-'45 and also takes requests

Jim, a 23-year-old carillonneur, is one of four young musicians performing on the freedom carillon at Plein '40-'45 in Amsterdam Nieuw-West. The district government decided to hire young talent follow...

Aalsmeer supreme in final to win national handball cup again

Aalsmeer has won their ninth national handball cup and third consecutive title by defeating Hurry-Up 38-33 in the final in Almere. The team overcame a slow start to dominate the second half, remaining...

Ajax talents in the spotlight at Future Cup: They are definitely among them

The Olympia Future Cup is underway at Ajax's De Toekomst training ground, showcasing elite youth talents such as Denzel Darko and Elgyn Hato. The international tournament features prominent clubs like...

Hélène loves the 1518 painted panels in Naarden’s Great Church: ‘It reads like a Renaissance picture book’

Volunteer Hélène Michaud leads tours at the Grote Kerk in Naarden, which is renowned for its annual St. Matthew Passion tradition dating back to 1921. She specifically highlights the church's rare 1...

Calvé and Douwe Egberts to US: 'Not the owner, but the feeling that matters'

American companies have acquired the parent companies of iconic Dutch brands Calvé and Douwe Egberts this week. Despite public concern about potential changes to these authentic brands, experts indic...

Martin Garrix contributes to new U2 song

Dutch DJ Martin Garrix is credited as a songwriter on U2's new EP, 'Easter Lily', which was released on Friday. Garrix collaborated with Bono and The Edge on the track titled 'Scars'.

VOC handballers fail to recover from poor start and lose cup final

The Amsterdam-based VOC handball team lost the national cup final 30-26 to Kwiek after failing to recover from a poor start. Despite narrowing the gap to a single point in the second half, technical e...

Boerewors and fruity chutneys at Kuierkos: a little piece of South Africa in Bloemendaal (8-)

Kuierkos in Bloemendaal is a delicatessen specializing in South African cuisine, offering traditional dishes like bobotie, bredie, and malva. The store provides a unique culinary experience by introdu...

Wonderful: teenagers with well-rhymed and rhythmic stories in poetry class

Journalist and poet Yanaika Zomer shares her experiences conducting poetry lessons for teenagers in schools in her latest column. She highlights the impressive rhyming and rhythmic skills displayed by...

Sixth and final nomination for Woutertje Pieterse Prize announced

The book 'Krekel' by Annet Schaap has been announced as the sixth and final nominee for the 39th Woutertje Pieterse Prize. The announcement was made on the radio program 'De Taalstaat,' and the annual...

Listen to the Easter story and paint ostrich eggs: what to do this Easter weekend

Amsterdam offers a diverse range of activities this Easter weekend, including lamb petting at local farms, egg hunts in historic gardens, and creative workshops such as painting ostrich eggs. The holi...

Paris Dudok exhibition moves to Hilversum: two iconic buildings to be seen at once

The exhibition "Dudok à Paris" is moving to Hilversum, showcasing the international influence and foreign designs of renowned architect Willem Marinus Dudok. The exhibit highlights Dudok's architectu...

Screen Time | For young concertgoers, the perfect picture is totally unimportant

Tech reporter Rutger Otto explores how Gen Z concertgoers are shifting away from seeking the perfect social media photo in favor of capturing raw memories. The column highlights a broader trend where ...

Thirteen new Stolpersteine in memory of Holocaust victims in Velsen: first stone this year for Sara Engers (1928-1943)

Thirteen new Stolpersteine will be installed in the municipality of Velsen to commemorate victims of the Holocaust. The first stone of the year is dedicated to 14-year-old Sara Engers, who was murdere...

Asylum seekers and Haarlem residents gather for Spaarne dinner

The Spaarnediner event in Haarlem brings together local residents and asylum seekers to foster community connections through shared meals and cultural exchange. Inspired by a similar initiative in Ams...

The battle against tourist shops: why the city center isn't changing

The municipality of Amsterdam is struggling to reduce the number of tourist-oriented shops in its city center, with research showing that 583 such businesses still exist despite years of restrictive p...

Souvenirs, rubber ducks and stroopwafels: still hundreds of tourist shops in the city

A survey by AT5 identified 583 tourist-oriented businesses in Amsterdam's city center, including 145 souvenir shops and over 120 pizzerias and steakhouses. Despite municipal efforts since 2016 to curb...

Conflicts with parents dampen job satisfaction at many primary schools: ‘One conversation in which a parent crosses all boundaries negates a hundred good ones’

A survey of 414 primary school directors reveals that 64% report decreased job satisfaction due to conflicts or threats from parents. These tensions increase pressure on teaching teams and can signifi...

Soufiane Hetli prepares for end of season with Telstar: 'I found it more exciting in the play-offs last year'

Soufiane Hetli has lost his regular starting position at Telstar following the arrival of new players during the winter break. The 24-year-old admits he needs to be more effective as the team prepares...

Toos & Henk - April 4

Cartoonist Paul Kusters provides a unique perspective on current events through his daily comic strip, Toos & Henk. The cartoons are published from Monday to Saturday and offer a satirical look at the...

LIVE Eredivisie | Groningen look to follow up big win over AZ against relegation candidate Telstar

FC Groningen faces Telstar in an Eredivisie matchup as the home side battles to avoid relegation. Groningen enters the game looking to build on their momentum following a recent 3-0 win over AZ.

LIVE Eredivisie | Intriguing clash at Johan Cruijff Arena: 4th-placed Ajax vs 5th-placed FC Twente

Ajax faces FC Twente at the Johan Cruijff Arena in a crucial Eredivisie match between the fourth and fifth-placed teams. Both clubs are competing for a second-place finish to secure qualification for ...

Happy Easter, but not for 120,000 day-old cockerels

During the Easter holiday, millions of eggs are consumed, but the industry faces ethical concerns regarding the daily gassing of approximately 120,000 day-old male chicks. Despite the availability of ...

Bench Parade now available as audio: TriArcus Foundation funds audio tour of Heemskerk art benches: 'Amazing number of families walking the route'

The Bankjesparade art route in Heemskerk has launched a new audio tour funded by Stichting TriArcus, allowing visitors to listen to information about the artistic benches. This update adds an interact...

Journalist Thomas Erdbrink went to Russia: ‘I am not there to condemn’

Explosion at Christians for Israel building in Nijkerk

An explosion occurred late Friday night at the Israel Center in Nijkerk, a facility operated by the organization Christians for Israel. The building serves as a meeting place for supporters of Israel ...

Men charged over arson attack on Jewish ambulances in London

Three men have been charged in Great Britain following an arson attack on four ambulances belonging to the Jewish volunteer organization Hatzola in London. The suspects, aged 17, 19, and 20, were arre...

Yves Berendse makes TV debut in new talent show Sing With Me

A new music competition titled 'Sing With Me' will debut this autumn on the Dutch television channel SBS6, featuring established artists such as Yves Berendse, Davina Michelle, Nick Schilder, and Wayl...

More than 150 injured in mass bee attack on procession in Panama

Over 150 people were injured after being attacked by large swarms of bees during a Way of the Cross procession in Penonomé, Panama. The incident occurred as participants were climbing a mountain to r...