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Don't ask grieving parents and children how they are: They cannot answer this question

Losing a partner or child drastically changes family life and can be difficult for relatives and friends to navigate. Experts advise against asking grieving families how they are doing, as the questio...

Regulator suspends UWV training program for insurance physicians in Amsterdam over workplace culture concerns

Keijzer critical of 'group of men' that determined corona policy, yet she did not resign herself

Former State Secretary Mona Keijzer has criticized the Dutch cabinet's decision-making process during the COVID-19 pandemic, claiming a small group of men ignored broader societal perspectives. Despit...

Can you drive with sleep apnea?

Approximately 600,000 people in the Netherlands suffer from sleep apnea, prompting questions about driving safety for those affected. Automotive expert Niek Schenk addresses the legal and safety impli...

Peter Jan Rens undergoes heart surgery weeks after suffering a stroke

Dutch presenter Peter Jan Rens has been hospitalized in Breda to undergo heart surgery to treat a clogged coronary artery. This procedure follows only a few weeks after he suffered a stroke.

Bénédicte Ficq filed a criminal complaint against Tata Steel, which now faces prosecution: 'Intentional polluting that causes illness is a very serious crime'

Rutte helped COVID critic Maurice de Hond gain access to RIVM

Opinion pollster Maurice de Hond and Member of Parliament Mona Keijzer are appearing before a parliamentary committee to discuss the Dutch government's COVID-19 policies. Both individuals have been vo...

Tata Steel prosecuted for intentional pollution following mass report by local residents

The Dutch Public Prosecution Service is prosecuting Tata Steel for intentional environmental pollution and violations of its duty of care. This legal action follows a mass complaint filed by local res...

Steel giant Tata Steel sued for intentional pollution

Steel producer Tata Steel is facing criminal prosecution for allegedly and intentionally releasing harmful substances into the air. The Public Prosecution Service decided to take the company to court ...

Maurice de Hond calls corona hearings 'terrible' but will attend, Mona Keijzer also to be questioned today

Maurice de Hond and Mona Keijzer are scheduled to testify before the parliamentary inquiry committee regarding the Dutch government's handling of the coronavirus pandemic. While the inquiry highlights...

Red-blue block building of Cancer Center Amsterdam along A10 to be demolished: 'It was meant to attract attention. Well, it succeeded'

Great, off on vacation! But how do you know if it will really be fun? Spontaneity turns out to be a good thing

Researcher Ondrej Mitas offers advice on how to maximize holiday happiness and reduce travel stress. This article is the first in a series exploring how to effectively plan vacations to avoid common m...

At the RAI, Amsterdammers could step into the bodies of their elderly selves: ‘The older I get, the better I take care of myself’

Man who put mothballs in library children's corner to 'chase away evil spirits' may be psychotic

From passenger van to passenger cargo bike: "A few steps backward"

The Regenboog Groep in Amsterdam has replaced its drug user bus with a mobile cargo bike after local protests forced the bus to be taken out of service. While the bike allows staff to maintain contact...

Influencer runs almost full marathon during code red: professor warns of risks

Running influencer Jony Oosterbos chose to run nearly a full marathon during a code red heatwave. While sharing training tips for extreme summer conditions, a professor has issued a warning regarding ...

Haarlem appoints youth ombudsman but keeps youth care waiting lists intact: 'We are making things difficult for ourselves'

Haarlem is set to appoint a youth ombudsman to handle complaints from young people. However, the city council has rejected a measure aimed at reducing youth care waiting times, drawing criticism from ...

Schizophrenic man (25) suspected of attempted murder of his sister after stabbing in Abbenes home

A 25-year-old man suffering from schizophrenia is on trial for the attempted murder of his sister in Abbenes on March 29. Prosecutors allege that he stabbed the woman multiple times and poured boiling...

Penélope Cruz worries more about health following suspected aneurysm

Actress Penélope Cruz revealed in an interview with Porter magazine that she has become more concerned about her health after doctors suggested she may have had a brain aneurysm last year.

Cyclist crashes into back of car on Cruquiusdijk, taken to hospital

A cyclist was injured after crashing into the back of a car on the Cruquiusdijk in Cruquius on Monday evening. The cyclist required transport to a hospital for medical treatment.

Cyclist crashes through rear window of car that stopped for crossing geese

A cyclist crashed through the rear window of a car in Cruquius after the driver stopped for crossing geese. The cyclist was transported to the hospital, while the driver tested negative for alcohol an...

The 'toy brick' building is disappearing: cancer research center to be demolished

The iconic UMC cancer research building in Amsterdam, known as the 'blokkendoos', is being demolished following its closure in late 2024. The site will be repurposed to support the Zuidasdok project, ...

Feline from Heemstede survives rare brain infection and rebuilds her life as beauty pageant finalist

After surviving a rare and aggressive brain inflammation that required intensive hospitalization and rehabilitation, 22-year-old Feline Kuik from Heemstede has reached the finals of a national beauty ...

Water board warns against dogs with flea collars in ditches and launches campaign in Heemskerk and Uitgeest: 'It is harmful to nature'

The Hoogheemraadschap Hollands Noorderkwartier (HHNK) has launched a campaign in Heemskerk and Uitgeest to warn residents about the environmental damage caused by flea collars and treatments on pets. ...

Ebola death toll in Congo passes 500

The World Health Organization reports that the recent Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo has resulted in 506 deaths and 1561 registered infections. Additionally, two deaths caused by a...

Paracetamol yes, ibuprofen better not: these items are essential in your travel first-aid kit

General practitioner Stefan Morreel and pharmacist Valérie Noots offer advice on which essential medications should be included in a travel kit. They emphasize that while some items are necessary for...

Royal court releases first images of Norwegian Crown Princess Mette-Marit after lung transplant

The Norwegian royal court has released the first images of Crown Princess Mette-Marit since she underwent a lung transplant last month. The footage, shared on Instagram, shows the princess watching a ...

Vaccination pace depended on strategy simplicity, says former RIVM official

Former RIVM program director Jaap van Delden testified before a parliamentary inquiry committee that the simplicity of the vaccination strategy was crucial to maintaining speed during the COVID-19 pan...

Former RIVM director felt 'enormous pressure' regarding vaccination rates

Former RIVM vaccination director Jaap van Delden testified before a parliamentary committee that he felt significant pressure regarding the Netherlands' vaccination rates compared to other countries. ...

Vacation takes you out of your familiar daily routine, and that's a good thing

Psychologist Thijs Launspach explains why taking a break from your daily routine by going on vacation is beneficial for your mental health. He encourages stepping outside of one's familiar environment...