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Suspect in attempted murder of children may have been psychotic

A 49-year-old man from Moergestel is accused of attempting to murder his two young children in December. According to his lawyer, the suspect had suffered from chronic insomnia for months and may have...

14-year-old girl injured after being hit by tram in Buitenveldert

A 14-year-old girl was injured on Friday morning after being struck by a tram on Buitenveldertselaan in Amsterdam. The victim was transported to the hospital, though her current condition remains unkn...

Should you save that friendship? Signs it’s time to let go, according to a psychiatrist

Flemish psychiatrist and writer Uus Knops discusses the significant emotional impact of losing a friendship, comparing the experience to a romantic breakup. She identifies key warning signs that a bon...

Caregivers in Benidorm tell Paul de Leeuw how hard it is to see loved ones decline

American study in Amsterdam confirms gas stoves leak carcinogenic benzene

Amstel III to get 245 senior homes

The Amstel III district in Amsterdam is set to receive 245 new senior housing units designed for safety and accessibility. These homes will provide a comfortable living environment for residents, incl...

Joost Groen (26) runs to raise awareness for people with skin conditions, like himself: ‘You always see people staring’

Joost Groen, a 26-year-old from Haarlem, will participate in the 12-kilometer Zandvoort Circuit Run on March 29 to raise awareness for people living with serious skin diseases. Having lived with a rar...

Brian Brobbey reveals secret behind remarkable fitness: 'I brought my own chef from Amsterdam'

Brian Brobbey revealed that his peak physical condition is due to hiring a personal chef from Amsterdam to support his career in England. The Dutch striker's fitness became a topic of discussion after...

Caprera Park temporarily closed after dog's death

Wandelpark Caprera in Bloemendaal has been temporarily closed following the death of a dog from Weil's disease, also known as leptospirosis. Local authorities are investigating the popular off-leash a...

Switching to daylight saving time is like a mini jet lag: how to soften the blow

Somnologist Manu Sastry explains how the transition to daylight savings time can cause symptoms similar to jet lag and impact overall health. He provides practical advice and tips to help people adjus...

Ryan (9) hasn't been to school for three years: In this system, you have to push a triangle through a circle

Nine-year-old Ryan is one of nearly 1,200 children in Amsterdam who do not attend school, a record high that reflects systemic failures in providing tailored education. Many of these students drop out...

Pedestrian hit by tram at Heemstedestraat stop

A female pedestrian was hospitalized after being struck by a tram at the Heemstedestraat stop in Amsterdam Nieuw-West around 5:15 PM. Emergency services attended the scene, resulting in the closure of...

Court: Zandvoort not allowed to set new noise rules for race track

The court in Haarlem ruled that the municipality of Zandvoort was not authorized to establish new noise regulations for its race circuit in May 2024. Following a lawsuit by local residents and interes...

Defender Sven Botman undergoes successful surgery on facial injury

Dutch defender Sven Botman has undergone successful surgery for a facial injury sustained during a match against Sunderland. His club, Newcastle United, expects him to be available for selection again...

Over 1,700 sign up for claim against Chemours

More than 1,700 people have joined a mass legal claim against the chemical company Chemours in Dordrecht. The PFAS Vrij Green Claim foundation is seeking an immediate halt to PFAS emissions and financ...

Back to Romania with Valentin (26), a drug addict who spent months living on the streets in Amsterdam

Vaccinations for children and youth resume close to home

Vaccinations for children and young people have resumed at various local sites. These vaccinations are free, voluntary, and provided at convenient locations within the community.

Deducting healthcare costs on tax returns: ‘Could easily save hundreds of euros’

Dutch taxpayers have until May 1st to file their tax returns and potentially deduct various healthcare expenses, such as dental visits and travel vaccinations. Experts suggest that while specific cond...

IKEA recalls candles due to risk of large flames

IKEA is recalling its SMÖJTRÄD candles due to a manufacturing defect that may result in multiple wicks, leading to dangerously large flames. The company warns that this defect poses a risk of fire a...

Majority of large online stores inaccessible to customers with disabilities

A study by the Authority for Consumers & Markets (ACM) reveals that 61 percent of the largest webshops in the Netherlands are not digitally accessible. This lack of accessibility prevents customers wi...

Doctors at Velsen-Noord pain clinic risk fines or prison for treating long COVID patients with lidocaine, independent committee says

An independent investigative committee found that doctors at the Excellent Care Clinics violated medical-scientific research laws while using lidocaine to treat long-COVID patients. The practitioners ...

Surprising discovery: Viagra works as medicine for children with fatal disease

Researchers have discovered that Viagra can be used as a treatment for children suffering from a rare and fatal metabolic disease. While widely known for treating erectile dysfunction, the drug's appl...

Hoofddorp speeder needed toilet due to bowel condition; prosecutor says squatting in the roadside is safer than racing home

A motorist from Hoofddorp was caught speeding while rushing home to use the toilet due to a medical bowel condition. During the legal proceedings, the prosecutor argued that the driver should have pul...

Harteheem in Heemkerk to be redeveloped. New construction to start in 2028: ‘Major step toward a more sustainable and greener Harteheem’

The Hartekamp Groep has announced plans to redevelop the Harteheem care facility in Heemskerk to improve safety, sustainability, and overall modernization. The project aims to replace outdated buildin...

Name brands regain ground: sugar-free drinks and protein products especially popular

Major consumer brands like Coca-Cola and Milka are regaining market share from private labels by focusing on sugar-free and protein-rich products. Energy drink brands Monster and Red Bull were among t...

Sneezing fit or not: Check today's pollen count in Haarlem here

Residents of Haarlem suffering from hay fever can use a specialized pollen radar to monitor local air quality and manage their allergy symptoms. The tool provides real-time updates on pollen counts, h...

Foster care organization Enver no longer under enhanced supervision

The Dutch foster care organization Enver is no longer under enhanced supervision by the Health and Youth Care Inspectorate (IGJ). The organization, which faced scrutiny following a serious abuse case ...

XR occupies provincial hall: "Close polluting Tata Steel plant"

Extinction Rebellion activists are currently occupying the Noord-Holland provincial government building in Haarlem to demand the immediate closure of Tata Steel's most polluting facilities. The protes...

Indorock legend Eddy Chatelin takes Indo seniors back to the sixties with his red guitar

Indorock legend Eddy Chatelin will perform during a musical lunch for seniors from the former Dutch East Indies at the Tempo Doeloe daycare center in Schalkwijk, Haarlem. Organized by Zorgbalans, the ...

Neil Diamond releases new album years after retiring from performing

Singer Neil Diamond has announced a new album titled "Wild At Heart," which is set to be released on May 8. The 85-year-old artist retired from performing in 2018 following his diagnosis with Parkinso...