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One week left in the season for Malevy Leons: Toughing it out and shooting free throws left-handed

Dutch basketball player Malevy Leons is playing through the final week of his season despite a bruised right wrist. Due to a high number of injuries on the Warriors' roster, Leons is forced to remain ...

Theo has been eating blue cheese and pear salads for five years for an artwork in his living room

An Amsterdam resident named Theo has spent the last five years building a large pyramid sculpture in his living room using over 800 empty salad containers. He eats the same blue cheese and pear salad ...

Collision between motorcyclist and fatbike rider, both rushed to hospital

Will there be a referendum on a boycott of Israel? Parties look ahead

The Amsterdam city council is debating whether to hold a referendum on boycotting Israel, despite an independent committee's advice that foreign policy falls outside municipal jurisdiction. While part...

Women candidly share menopause experiences in photo book Overgangmakers: ‘With my story I want to show people that more is possible’

Award-winning photographer Marieke Zwartscholten has released a new photobook titled 'Overgangmakers,' featuring the personal stories of 24 women from the Netherlands and Belgium navigating menopause....

Why are women's circles so popular? ‘We are looking for new rituals’

Women's circles are gaining popularity as a space for connection and the creation of new rituals where participants share intimate life details. Reporter Hedske Vochteloo investigates these gatherings...

Bad weather and events scheduled too close together led to dangerous situations at ADE in Zaandam, forcing police to intervene

Things to do in Amsterdam in April

The city of Amsterdam offers a variety of activities and events throughout the month of April, culminating in the King's Day celebrations at the end of the month. Residents and visitors can enjoy nume...

Haarlem Puzzle Cats compete in National Jigsaw Puzzle Championship: ‘We once found a missing piece in a wool sweater’

The Haarlem-based puzzle team 'De Puzzelpoezen' will compete in the Dutch National Jigsaw Puzzle Championship on April 12. As three-time consecutive national champions, the team is considered a top co...

Professor slams 'harmful' NOS article: 'Intensive exercise after 35 is not bad for your heart at all'

Assistant Professor Rutger Middelburg of the LUMC has criticized a NOS article that suggested intensive exercise after age 35 increases the risk of cardiovascular disease. Middelburg argues the articl...

The trail of giant bulbs nears completion: Number 92 stands at Florapark in Haarlem

The 92nd painted giant bulb in a series winding through the Dutch Bulb Region was unveiled on Friday afternoon at Florapark in Haarlem. This installation is part of a growing collection of art pieces ...

Princess Ariane celebrates 19th birthday in private circle

Princess Ariane, the youngest daughter of King Willem-Alexander and Queen Máxima, celebrated her 19th birthday on Friday. The Government Information Service announced that the occasion was observed p...

Electrolyte hype among runners, but this cheap drugstore product works just as well

Sports physiotherapist Leon Krznaric discusses the necessity of electrolyte supplements for runners who lose salt and minerals through sweat. He distinguishes between facts and myths, suggesting that ...

The Frogers switch to RTL and Videoland: 'Feels very good'

The Froger family, including René and Natasja, has signed a partnership deal with RTL and Videoland to produce various programs. Their upcoming projects will include a new reality series featuring th...

Zandvoort soapbox race is here to stay: registration opens

Registration has opened for the return of the Zandvoort soapbox race, which will once again be a feature of the Zandvoort Race Festival. Participants will race self-built vehicles down Oranjestraat, w...

Marco even dived into the paper bin in search of sex symbol Marilyn Monroe

The city of Haarlem will host a Marilyn Monroe festival in early June to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the Hollywood icon's birth. The event will feature an exhibition of collector Marco van Mu...

Get free flower seeds in Haarlem here

Residents of Haarlem can collect free flower seeds at various locations across the city to prepare their gardens and balconies for the sunny season. This initiative encourages locals to enhance their ...

De Achterklap Podcast | Royal stay under fire and is Yvonne really happy?

A legal ruling requires media company Talpa to pay Yvonne Coldeweijer, though she is now restricted from sharing further gossip content. Meanwhile, King Willem-Alexander and Queen Máxima are set to s...

Olga and Paul run 56 kilometers from ocean to ocean for Run4Schools: 'The first time we took part, Paul proposed at the finish line'

Olga van Leeuwarden and Paul den Boer are participating in the 56-kilometer Two Oceans Marathon in Cape Town to raise funds for the Run4Schools charity. This marks the third time the couple has compet...

Carline de Boer revives old cleaning tradition. 'If you take good care of your village, you are more resilient to negativity'

Carline de Boer is reviving 'Paasbest', a 30-year-old tradition where residents of Wijk aan Zee work together to clean up their village before Easter. The community initiative aims to foster local pri...

Section of Hagelingerweg fully closed for over two weeks from Monday due to roadworks; traffic diverted

A section of the Hagelingerweg will be completely closed for road maintenance starting Monday, April 13, for over two weeks. This work is part of a larger project by the municipality of Velsen to impr...

Study: 87 percent of vapers use illegal vapes

A study by Bureau Beke reveals that 87% of people who vape in the Netherlands use illegal products or purchase them through unauthorized channels. These vapes are frequently imported from abroad to ci...

Zandvoort warns of bike theft on boulevard

The municipality of Zandvoort has issued a warning following a recent surge in bicycle thefts on and around the town's boulevard. Authorities advise using high-quality locks and securing bikes to fixe...

Lower requirements for local museums to accept Museum Card

Requirements for local museums to accept the Museum Card are being lowered to encourage broader participation. This article invites readers to provide their opinions on this policy change through a we...

Facelift at Hengelo clinic turns into nightmare for Bianca: ‘The truth must come out’

In 2024, Bianca Boots underwent a facelift at Clinique Dr. Don in Hengelo to address facial wrinkles and a tired appearance. The procedure resulted in a nightmare experience, leading Boots to seek acc...

Politics on the Amstel: Coalition negotiations for show and questionable arguments on Israel referendum

The podcast Politiek aan de Amstel discusses potential voter deception regarding coalition negotiations between political parties PRO and D66 in Amsterdam. The episode also critiques the referendum co...

Thirty Seconds to Mars to perform at AFAS Live next year

The American rock band Thirty Seconds to Mars, led by brothers Jared and Shannon Leto, will perform at AFAS Live in Amsterdam on April 25, 2027. Concert organizer MOJO announced the event as part of t...

Murder suspect Clen V. sold ‘number one planner’ on Bol.com, retailer cuts ties

Online retailer Bol.com has suspended its partnership with top seller Clen V. following his arrest on suspicion of murdering his 40-year-old girlfriend. The suspect sold tens of thousands of anti-stre...

Jerrycans flying off the shelves: Hardware stores selling three times as many

Hardware stores in the Netherlands are reporting a significant increase in jerrycan sales as consumers travel to neighboring countries to purchase cheaper fuel. The Dutch motoring association ANWB has...

Second ferry temporarily out of service for maintenance

From April 13 to May 1, only one ferry will operate between Velsen-Noord and Velsen-Zuid because the second vessel is undergoing maintenance. This temporary reduction in service will limit crossing op...