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Brabant meat processor ordered to recall all products immediately

A meat processing company in Nuenen has been ordered to immediately recall all its products following a raid by the Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority (NVWA). The enforcement actio...

Going to a sex party together: A good idea or a relationship killer?

Erotic parties are growing in popularity, presenting both opportunities for couples to deepen their connection and risks of damaging their relationship. Sexologist Ceryl Janssen examines the factors t...

Óscar García won't have Davy Klaassen back for crucial clash with NAC: 'We know a lot is at stake'

Ajax midfielder Davy Klaassen will miss the upcoming match against NAC Breda as he remains unfit, according to manager scar Garca. However, the team welcomes back Youri Regeer, who has returned to t...

Boy on fatbike hospitalized after collision in South district

A boy on a fatbike was injured and taken to the hospital following a collision with a car on Parnassusweg in Amsterdam-Zuid on Friday afternoon. Emergency services, including a mobile medical team, pr...

Social media personality Jade Kops dies at 19

Nineteen-year-old social media personality Jade Kops has passed away following a public battle with cancer. Her family announced the news on Instagram, where she was known for candidly documenting her...

Video | Jade Kops dies: how she spoke about her approaching end

Influencer Jade Kops dies of cancer at nineteen

Nineteen-year-old social media influencer Jade Kops has passed away following a battle with a rare form of cancer. Her family announced her death on Friday afternoon via an Instagram post.

Many medical professionals receive royal honors in Bloemendaal. Foreign missions also popular.

Mayor Michel Rog decorated nine residents of Bloemendaal during the annual honors list ceremony for their exceptional contributions to society. This year's recipients notably included several medical ...

Ambulance collides with work van during emergency call in Heemskerk

An ambulance responding to an emergency call collided with a work van on Friday morning in Heemskerk. The accident occurred at the intersection of Goudvink and Jan Ligthartstraat while the vehicle was...

Ban cigarettes: every beach must become completely smoke-free

A weekly proposition asks readers for their opinions on whether all beaches should become completely smoke-free. The debate focuses on the potential ban of cigarettes to improve the beach environment ...

Labor Inspectorate intervenes after illegal asbestos removal in Badhoevedorp

The Dutch Labor Inspection halted construction work at a building in Badhoevedorp following reports of unsafe working conditions and illegal asbestos removal. The intervention occurred in March after ...

Investigation into unsafe work culture at UWV training placements

The Registration Committee of Medical Specialists (RGS) has launched an investigation into the work culture at several UWV training locations. This decision follows reports of an unsafe working enviro...

Eddy Zoëy could barely speak to his girlfriend and children for months due to illness

Dutch presenter and musician Eddy Zoëy was unable to speak with his partner and children for six months while suffering from Eagle Syndrome. He underwent two surgeries on his neck and was required to...

Doctors train with special forces to stay calm in stressful situations: ‘Want more control’

Dutch healthcare professionals are participating in training programs based on military special forces principles to better manage high workloads and workplace stress. The initiative aims to provide d...

Amsterdam UWV trainee doctors sound the alarm: ‘We have colleagues in tears’

Car fire on Leeghwaterweg in Velsen-Noord, man taken to hospital

A car was destroyed by fire on Leeghwaterweg in Velsen-Noord during the night from Thursday to Friday. The vehicle's owner was transported to the hospital for treatment after inhaling smoke.

Jade Kops has now completely lost her speech: 'Palliative sedation has been mentioned'

Dutch influencer Jade Kops announced on social media that she has completely lost her ability to speak due to worsening health issues. The update follows previous struggles with communication, with th...

Why children should be bored more often: ‘Good for resilience’

As the May holiday approaches, the article highlights the importance of allowing children to experience boredom to help build their resilience and creativity. While many families travel for new stimul...

Hacked software supplier in negotiations with cybercriminals

Healthcare software provider ChipSoft is negotiating with cybercriminals after a data breach resulted in the theft of patient medical records. The breach has affected several Dutch healthcare institut...

Maaike van der Plas is deathly afraid of spiders, but as a neurologist she has a cabinet full of them

Neurologist Maaike van der Plas recounts starting her first professional role in October 2025, where she prioritized workplace integration by forgoing initial vacation time. Despite her severe fear of...

Ambulance arrived nearly three hours late for man (31) with heart attack: GP delay caused extra damage

A 31-year-old man from Maasgouw suffered permanent heart damage after a general practitioner failed to respond promptly to his symptoms, delaying treatment by nearly three hours. The court in Roermond...

Restaurant reopens after rat infestation, but owner puts business up for sale: Done with this place

A restaurant on Javastraat in Amsterdam has reopened after being shut down by the Dutch Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority (NVWA) due to a rat infestation. Despite the reopening, the owner has...

US federal government eases marijuana policy

The U.S. Department of Justice has reclassified marijuana from a Class I to a Class III drug, easing federal restrictions on the substance. Attorney General Todd Blanche stated that the change will ma...

Health Minister Hermans defends one hamburger a week: ‘People can choose for themselves whether to buy an apple or a banana’

Dutch Health Minister Sophie Hermans defended the updated 'Schijf van Vijf' nutritional guidelines against criticism from right-wing political parties who argue the advice prioritizes climate goals ov...

IJmond youth feud: First convict released with ankle monitor

An 18-year-old man has been sentenced to ten months in prison, with six months suspended, for the attempted manslaughter and public assault of a teenager from Haarlem during a violent youth feud. Havi...

Iran war leads to even more expensive condoms in China, residents want to hoard

The conflict in Iran has caused condom prices to rise in China due to raw material shortages, according to manufacturer Karex. This price hike follows previous increases aimed at boosting population g...

Single pill significantly reduces risk of new stroke after brain hemorrhage, study shows

A major international study involving Radboudumc in Nijmegen has found that a specific pill can significantly reduce the risk of a subsequent stroke following a brain hemorrhage. This discovery provid...

In the hospital, Will and Hugo decided to change course: from the office to music studios

After experiencing life-threatening health scares, friends Hugo and Will quit their office jobs to build fifteen affordable music studios in Amsterdam's Amstelkwartier. The project aims to address the...

Strait of Hormuz closure hits consumers in the bedroom: condom prices to rise sharply

The CEO of Karex, the world's largest condom manufacturer, has warned that prices could rise by up to 30 percent due to conflict in the Middle East and potential shipping disruptions. This increase is...

Suspect arrested in sexual offense case at Loenen care facility

Police have arrested a suspect in connection with a sexual offense that occurred at a care facility in Loenen. The arrest, which took place in early March, was confirmed by the Public Prosecution Serv...