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Harrie's sister's garden shed completely burned down: "Damage doesn't matter, as long as she's okay"

A garden house at the Nieuwe Levenskracht allotment park in Amsterdam was destroyed by a fire and suspected gas explosion on Wednesday evening. The female resident sustained burn injuries and was hosp...

Trauma helicopter dispatched for injured fat biker in Beverwijk

A fatbike rider was injured in a suspected single-vehicle accident on Tuesday afternoon in Beverwijk. Emergency services, including a trauma helicopter, were dispatched to the scene on the Westerhoutw...

Verstegen mild paprika powder 'tops the list' for banned pesticides; toxins also found in rice and tea bags

A Foodwatch report reveals that consumers are frequently exposed to banned pesticides found in common products like rice, tea, and spices. Verstegen's mild paprika powder was highlighted as containing...

What is the best way to care for your face?

This article discusses the challenges of choosing from a vast array of skincare products designed to delay aging and prevent wrinkles. It highlights the common goal of maintaining a youthful appearanc...

Great barbecue weather: how to do it safely and why you should never use methylated spirits

Following serious barbecue accidents in Purmerend and Breda, the fire department and the Dutch Burn Foundation are providing safety advice for outdoor cooking. Experts emphasize the danger of using me...

State: Corné H.'s placement in TBS clinic depends on Vught case

Corné H., convicted for a hostage situation in Ede, remains on a waiting list for a TBS clinic placement despite being at the top of the queue. Although he has been waiting for nearly 1.5 years, his ...

How do we get young men out of the manosphere? This is the key

Psychologist Thijs Launspach examines the attraction young men feel toward the "manosphere," an online environment promoting male dominance and female submissiveness. He explains the psychological fac...

Parliamentary inquiry begins: How are these loud voices from the COVID protests doing now?

The Dutch parliamentary inquiry into the COVID-19 pandemic is set to begin public hearings this week to examine the government's handling of the crisis. In light of the investigation, the article prov...

Media: Fatalities after train and school bus collision in Flanders

Multiple people have died following a collision between a train and a school bus in Buggenhout, Flanders. While fatalities have been confirmed by local media outlets, specific details regarding the ci...

RIVM warns of high ozone concentrations

The Dutch National Institute for Public Health and the Environment (RIVM) has issued a warning regarding high ozone concentrations and smog across parts of the Netherlands. Sensitive individuals, such...

Rijkswaterstaat activates heat protocol

Rijkswaterstaat activated a heat protocol across most of the Netherlands on Tuesday as temperatures are forecast to reach 33 degrees Celsius. The protocol ensures that motorists who break down on high...

Slept poorly due to the heat? Tips for surviving the next sticky night

As temperatures reach 32 degrees Celsius, experts are providing advice on how to sleep through the upcoming warm nights. Sleep expert Talja Lambert suggests avoiding cold showers before bed to help th...

Danish Queen Margrethe (86) hospitalized again

Queen Margrethe of Denmark has been readmitted to Rigshospitalet in Copenhagen for treatment of a large blood accumulation around her hip. The condition was discovered during a CT scan and is attribut...

Municipality slower to intervene against homeless tents

The city of Amsterdam is taking longer to clear homeless tents as it implements a new policy that prioritizes social care assessments and health services over immediate eviction. This approach targets...

Municipality less likely to intervene over homeless tents

The municipality of Amsterdam is taking longer to remove improvised tents used by homeless people, many of whom are labor migrants from Eastern Europe. New protocols require officials to prioritize ca...

Apologies for casual clothes in court, but judge more concerned about alcohol and cocaine DUI after day in Zandvoort

A man from Noordwijk appeared in court for driving under the influence of alcohol and cocaine following a visit to Zandvoort. While the defendant apologized for his casual attire, the judge emphasized...

Fund: Municipal absenteeism highest in over 20 years

Absenteeism among personnel at Dutch municipalities rose to 7.1 percent last year, the highest level in over twenty years. The figures were reported by A&O fonds Gemeenten, which tracks employment dat...

Mental health sector: 7,750 rental homes per year for people with mental health issues

The Dutch mental healthcare association (de Nederlandse ggz) reports that at least 7,750 social housing units are needed annually for individuals with mental health issues. These homes are specificall...

Serious scooter accident on bike path next to Zeeweg in Overveen, driver arrested

A serious collision between two scooters occurred on Monday evening on a bicycle path along the Zeeweg in Overveen. Emergency services responded to provide medical assistance to those involved, and on...

Spanish Hondius passenger tests positive for hantavirus

A Spanish person aboard the Dutch cruise ship m/v Hondius has tested positive for the hantavirus. The case was confirmed and reported by the Spanish Ministry of Health on Monday.

Brazilian president undergoes radiation therapy

Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva began preventive radiation therapy on Monday following the removal of a malignant spot from his scalp last month. The hospital confirmed the treatment in...

Dr. Rutger’s emergency visit: Mr. Goossens is dizzy and vomiting in a bucket, his wife struggles to walk

Dr. Rutger performs an emergency home visit for the severely ill Mr. Goossens and notices his wife is also struggling. Despite a crowded waiting room at his practice, the doctor manages to attend to t...

Carola contracted the CMV virus during her pregnancy: 'I don't feel guilty'

Carola Tükenmez-Vellekoop is calling for increased awareness of the risks associated with the cytomegalovirus (CMV) during pregnancy. The virus, which can cause severe issues such as hearing loss and...

Seawater is still dangerously cold; luckily for Mike, Twan and Lars, there’s ’t Gele Tentje for a cold beer: ‘What a relaxed atmosphere’

The sea water remains dangerously cold for swimming, prompting warnings from the Wijk aan Zee rescue brigade about risks like hypothermia and drowning. Instead of swimming, beachgoers are opting to re...

Heat causes no problems for Roparun

Despite extreme heat and drought conditions, the Roparun running and cycling event has reported no medical emergencies among its participants. The teams are currently approaching the finish line in Ro...

Does drinking water help you lose weight, or is it a myth?

This article examines seven myths and facts regarding water consumption, including its role in weight loss and the recommended daily intake. It also addresses common questions about whether sparkling ...

The first time I saw my mother again, I hardly recognized her

WHO reports 900 suspected Ebola cases in DRC

The World Health Organization reports that suspected Ebola infections in the Democratic Republic of Congo have risen to 900. WHO chief Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus stated on Sunday that 101 cases have b...

Two injured in major traffic accident on IJburglaan

Major three-car accident on IJburglaan, vehicle overturns

A collision involving three cars occurred at the intersection of IJburglaan and the A10 in Amsterdam East on Tuesday evening, causing one vehicle to flip onto a bicycle path. Two people were hospitali...