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German kebab chain angry at KFC over new Krispy Kebab snack

The German kebab chain Krispy Kebab is in a dispute with KFC over the American fast-food giant's launch of a new snack product. The menu item shares the same name as the German company, leading to a c...

Asian Hornet spotted in Uitgeest? Take a photo and report it

The Asian hornet is becoming active as temperatures rise, prompting the municipality of Uitgeest to urge residents to stay alert. Since this invasive species is harmful to nature, citizens are encoura...

Ruth Jacott to tour the country with new theater show next year

Singer Ruth Jacott is set to launch a new theater tour across the Netherlands in early 2027. The tour will consist of fifteen performances scheduled in various theaters throughout the country.

400kg 'Scaredy-rabbit' to stay permanently in Flevopark: "Represents an increasingly busy city"

The three-meter-tall 'Anxiety Rabbit' sculpture by artist Piet Parra will remain permanently in Amsterdam's Flevopark after local authorities converted its temporary permit. Originally a gift from the...

Rescue team for humpback whale Timmy suffering from fatigue

The rescue team working to save a stranded humpback whale named Timmy on the North German coast is reporting extreme fatigue after days of minimal sleep. Despite being exhausted and desperate, co-foun...

Help build a route planner for wheelchair users? We are looking for testers

Researchers are seeking testers to help develop a personalized and accessible route planner for wheelchair users. The project aims to improve how route information is presented to better meet the need...

My child doesn't want to visit family, what should I do?

A father named Tom is seeking advice on how to encourage his five and eight-year-old children to attend family gatherings. The children currently lack enthusiasm for visiting relatives, such as uncles...

Indoor golf on the rise: "Golf used to be an old man's sport, this is more affordable"

Indoor golf is gaining significant popularity in Amsterdam as a more accessible and affordable alternative to traditional golf, especially among younger players. While some traditionalists still prefe...

Local resident voluntarily goes to prison in new season of Hell or Hotel

Wybren van Haga from Haarlem will voluntarily spend time in prison alongside London Loy for the new season of the television show 'Hel of hotel.' The program follows their experiences as they choose t...

Dino exhibition opens in Zandvoort with 15 shipments and moving giants

The 'World of Dinos' exhibition is set to open this Saturday, April 25, at the former Holland Casino in Zandvoort. The display features life-sized, moving dinosaurs including the T-Rex and Velocirapto...

Madonna offers reward for missing Coachella performance clothes

Singer Madonna is offering a reward for the return of clothing she wore during her Coachella performance on Friday. The items went missing after the show, prompting the artist to issue a public appeal...

King's Day to be dry and cool with some sunshine

King's Day is expected to be dry and cool, with temperatures ranging from 11°C in Dokkum to 16°C in the southeast of the Netherlands. The preceding King's Night will be particularly cold, with inlan...

Student union to municipalities: relax room rental rules

The National Student Union (LSVb) is calling on Dutch municipalities to relax room-sharing regulations to address the ongoing student housing shortage. A study of fifteen cities, including Amsterdam, ...

Red Cross sees more people struggling with energy costs

The Dutch Red Cross warns that an increasing number of people are facing financial hardship due to rising energy and fuel costs. Despite government measures, the organization reports that many individ...

Documentary reveals exactly why almost all Americans love Dolly Parton

The best food for King's Day and Night in central Amsterdam

The Foundling Podcast: Towel in which Lieve was found has been identified

A new lead has emerged in the search for foundling Lieve's biological family after a woman recognized the specific towel and clothing Lieve was discovered in 15 years ago. Detective Gerard van den Haa...

Italian woman (33) scammed out of €4,400 over Amsterdam rental: ‘I have no rights in this country’

Daniela Masciari, a 33-year-old Italian woman, was scammed out of nearly €4,400 after paying a fraudulent realtor for a rental property in Amsterdam that was already occupied. After being turned awa...

Christina Applegate thanks fans after hospitalization: 'Getting better every day'

Christina Applegate thanked her fans on Instagram for their support following a recent hospitalization for ongoing health issues. The actress shared that she is recovering and feeling stronger every d...

Action at last for derelict Villa Santwyck in Hillegom: Apartments in monument, family homes in backyard

After years of neglect and multiple changes in ownership, Villa Santwyck in Hillegom will finally be renovated. The project aims to convert the historic building into seven apartments and construct ei...

Robert pees in a large bottle and saves hundreds of liters of drinking water a year

Robert saves hundreds of liters of drinking water every year by urinating in a large bottle rather than flushing the toilet. This tip was shared by the Ombudsteam, which regularly publishes useful sug...

Why are 88 trees being cut down in Burgemeester Rijkenspark in Santpoort-Zuid? A walk with landscaper Frank

The municipality of Velsen is felling 88 trees in the Burgemeester Rijkenspark in Santpoort-Zuid as part of a forest management initiative. While the announcement surprised some local residents, offic...

Dutch drivers not flocking across the border for fuel: ‘Effect much smaller than expected’

A study by ABN Amro reveals that only a small percentage of Dutch drivers regularly cross the border to Belgium or Germany for cheaper fuel despite high domestic prices. The findings suggest that the ...

Marocaine chef once received a 9- from Johannes van Dam for his previous restaurant

Skippers critical of extra measures on the water during King's Day

Higher petrol prices drive more border region motorists to Belgium

Higher fuel prices in the Netherlands, which are up to 55 cents more per liter than in Belgium, are driving motorists in border regions to refuel across the border. This price disparity has resulted i...

Schools sound the alarm over homeless students: ‘Children are being destroyed’

Schools in the Netherlands are reporting an increasing number of homeless students who are suffering due to the ongoing housing shortage. According to data from the Youth Education Fund, teachers are ...

Celebrate peace through song at the Grote or St. Bavo Church on May 9 with Popup Choir

On Saturday evening, May 9, a Popup Choir event will be held in the Grote or St.-Bavokerk to celebrate peace through communal singing. The event invites the public to join together for a shared musica...

Closure of Johan Wagenaarlaan in Heemstede causes chaos. ‘Accidents are bound to happen here, aren’t they?’

The closure of the Johan Wagenaarlaan in Heemstede caused immediate traffic chaos and safety concerns in the surrounding Schildersbuurt on Monday. Drivers were observed performing illegal maneuvers an...

Number of women's toilets at events 'has reached its limit'

Amsterdam Alderman Melanie van der Horst stated that the city has reached its spatial capacity for temporary toilets during major events like King's Day and Pride. While the number of mobile units wil...