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Marwan Kenzari and Rianne van Rompaey to star in new series De Stilte

Marwan Kenzari and Rianne van Rompaey are set to star in the new Dutch Netflix thriller series titled 'De Stilte'. Although the lead cast has been revealed, the official release date for the series is...

Captain August had to say goodbye to his ship of fools: ‘Who is really crazy here?’

After 35 years of sailing the world on the Azart, also known as the 'Ship of Fools,' Captain August Dirks was forced to part with his vessel in 2021 due to a serious illness. His story is now being sh...

Pia Douwes opens the door to her true self after forty years

Musical star Pia Douwes is celebrating 40 years in theater and her 60th birthday with a new personality show. The performance explores her life's milestones and the theme of personal reinvention when ...

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Dick Schreuder and Ajax seem a perfect match, but is he really on Jordi Cruyff's radar?

NEC coach Dick Schreuder is being strongly linked to a potential managerial role at Ajax. The article explores whether technical director Jordi Cruijff is seriously considering Schreuder and if he wou...

Interior Afternoon Haarlem on March 6: Discover Interior Styles from 1875-1945

On Friday, March 6, four experts will host an interior design afternoon at the Rosenstock-Huessy House in Haarlem. The event will explore the historical interior styles of local residential homes dati...

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Duncan Laurence to perform two shows at Carré: 'Long-cherished wish'

Singer-songwriter Duncan Laurence is scheduled to perform two shows at the Royal Theater Carré in Amsterdam on September 19 and 20. During these concerts, he will debut new music and share personal s...

Vellesan College opens two school libraries: ‘Reading is the foundation for students’

Vellesan College in IJmuiden is set to open two new school libraries next week to encourage students to read more frequently. The school initiative aims to support students by emphasizing that reading...

Temptation Island returns to Prime Video, hosted by Rijk Hofman

Temptation Island Benelux is returning to Prime Video, with Rijk Hofman and Annelien Coorevits serving as the hosts. Although a specific start date has not yet been announced, the show marks the comeb...

Epic concert film shows Elvis was singer, conductor, comedian and elite athlete

The documentary film 'EPiC' (Elvis Presley In Concert) utilizes archival footage to provide a fresh perspective on the legendary performer's life and career. It highlights Elvis Presley's multifaceted...

The Collection | The Lepers of Lazarus

The story of Lazarus, the patron saint of lepers, teaches that wealth should be shared with those in need. In contrast, the regents of the Leper House historically disagreed with this principle, creat...

Two friends start a guesthouse in Portugal with no experience: Another classic Ik Vertrek moment

Old fox Snoop Dogg has the most fun at the Melkweg

Emma Roberts to star in series inspired by Bride Wars

Emma Roberts has been cast in the lead role for a new series inspired by the 2009 film "Bride Wars." The project is currently being developed by film studio New Regency in collaboration with the strea...

Toos & Henk - February 26

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

February Strike commemoration: speakers draw links to the present

Amsterdam's Deputy Mayor Rutger Groot Wassink addressed attendees at the 85th commemoration of the 1941 February Strike at the Dokwerker monument. During the event, he drew parallels between historica...

Jan Jaap van der Wal never prepares his jokes for ‘Dit was het nieuws’: ‘I try to be in the moment’

6 unique iftars in Amsterdam: break the fast with a twist

Robert Anthony (1938-2026), of the iconic Brothers Grimm, was a colorful character and Amsterdam legend

Captain Fantastic is a visual spectacle about parenting off the beaten path, but lacks depth

Mara goes crazy meeting Snoop Dogg in person: This is just a dream

American rapper Snoop Dogg visited Amsterdam to open a new coffeeshop and perform two sold-out shows at the Melkweg venue. Hundreds of fans gathered in the city center to catch a glimpse of the star, ...

Artwork in Kostverlorenvaart will not return after years of municipal stalling

February Strike commemoration at Willem Kraan monument: "Paver who stood up for others"

A commemoration of the February Strike took place in Amsterdam's Nieuw-West district at the monument dedicated to resistance hero Willem Kraan. Kraan, a streetmaker, was one of the key initiators of t...

February Strike commemoration at Willem Kraan monument: "Paver who stood up for others"

The 1941 February Strike was commemorated in Amsterdam at the monument for resistance hero Willem Kraan in the Nieuw-West district. Kraan, a pavior and strike co-initiator, is honored for his role in ...

Francesco (91) and Agnieta (95) rest in Tilburg, but their missionary work continues in the Moluccas

Two elderly sisters in Tilburg, Francesco and Agnieta, recently reviewed the impact of their long-term missionary work in the Moluccas through photographs taken by Ton Toemen. The article reflects on ...

IKEA plush toy flies off shelves after rejected baby monkey goes viral

Demand for an IKEA orangutan plush toy has spiked after a video of a rejected baby monkey in Japan using it for comfort went viral. The stuffed animal has become a substitute companion for the young p...

Emotional man commemorates February Strike every year: Promised to those who lived through it

Hundreds of people gathered in Amsterdam to commemorate the 85th anniversary of the 1941 February Strike, a massive protest against Nazi raids and the arrest of Jewish residents. Attendees, including ...

Jonas Daniël Meijerplein commemorates February Strike

Fasting for followers during #Ramadan

The author reflects on how Ramadan has shifted from a private, spiritual period of inner work to a more public display on social media. They argue that the fasting month should focus on reflection rat...