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Open Monument Day: these special buildings you can visit from the inside this weekend

Amsterdam is celebrating the fortieth edition of Open Monument Day this weekend by offering free public access to fifty historic sites. Visitors can explore a wide range of locations, including renova...

Podcast | Marius with ankle monitor at funeral and juicy B&B Vol Liefde reunion

The latest episode of the De Achterklap Podcast features hosts Michiel Vos, Bas Scharwachter, and Roos de Ridder discussing recent entertainment news. The discussion includes highlights from the B&B V...

11 tips for Heritage Days in Amsterdam on September 12 and 13

Amsterdam celebrates Heritage Days on September 12 and 13 with special access to numerous historical buildings and cultural sites throughout the city. The program includes guided tours, exhibitions, a...

Politics on the Amstel: will civil servants strike as reorganization takes shape, and has tourism policy failed?

Journalists are debating the impact of upcoming budget cuts in Amsterdam's Stopera and questioning the effectiveness of the city's current tourism policies. The discussion also touches upon recent pub...

Public consultation on Spaarneboog area development begins

Haarlem is inviting public feedback on the draft development plan for the Spaarneboog area from September 11 to October 22, 2026. The project includes plans for new housing, shopping facilities, a com...

East Amsterdam community police officer files complaint against PVV MP Marjolein Faber

A community police officer in Amsterdam has filed a complaint against PVV MP Marjolein Faber for defamation following remarks made during a parliamentary debate. Faber questioned the officer's neutral...

Cocktail bars in Amsterdam city center: 6 unique hotspots

Amsterdam's city center features a variety of unique cocktail bars ranging from intimate speakeasies to classic hotel lounges. Notable spots include Door 74, Pulitzer's Bar, Dutch Courage, CUE, Law & ...

Ineke Oostveen (60) photographed her daughter’s class for 10 years, from teenagers to young adults: ‘I knew their innocence wouldn’t last long’

Photographer Ineke Oostveen documented her daughter's school class over the course of a decade, capturing their transition from teenagers to young adults. The resulting portrait series, titled Praktis...

Weesp lock reopens to pleasure craft

The Weesp lock has reopened to boat traffic following a month-long closure caused by severe drought conditions. Recent rainfall has allowed the water board to resume normal operations, though the faci...

Humberto Tan on criticism of girlfriend's pregnancy: 'What are you worried about?'

Presenter Humberto Tan is expecting a daughter with his partner Elise Roodenburg, a development that has prompted mixed reactions online regarding his age. Tan has publicly dismissed the negative crit...

Charli XCX to perform in the Netherlands again in February after eight years

Charli XCX has announced European tour dates that include a concert in the Netherlands this February. This performance marks the singer's first time playing in the country since her 2019 show at Parad...

Little Mix singer Jesy Nelson has a new relationship: 'Forgot to mention'

Former Little Mix singer Jesy Nelson has announced she is in a new relationship with a man named Ben Davies, who works as a landscaper. This development comes months after her split from former fiancÃ...

Olcay Gulsen stunned by footage leaked by Jaimie Vaes: 'Harmful'

Olcay Gulsen has publicly expressed her dismay after Jaimie Vaes leaked footage in which she made allegedly false claims about Gulsen's fiancé. The video, filmed during a commercial break at a televi...

Top tip! Test your knowledge of Dutch geography with this free game

Developer Tijmen Klein has launched Polderprikker, a free daily online game that challenges players to pinpoint Dutch locations on a map using satellite imagery. Since its creation, the game has gaine...

Sheryl wants to foster connection with a large interactive artificial heart: "Please, do touch!"

Designer Sheryl Leysner has created a large, interactive wool heart titled Heart Beat for the Big Art exhibition in Rotterdam. The installation, which reacts to sound and invites audience participatio...

Berget Lewis is married: 'Our hearts are overflowing and we are grateful'

Singer Berget Lewis married her partner Spek on August 28, 2024, exactly five years after they first met. The intimate wedding ceremony featured musical performances from friends and was described by ...

Fred being Fred: in the B&B Vol Liefde reunion, he again curtly dismisses any hint of self-criticism

During the B&B Vol Liefde reunion, participant Fred remained unapologetic regarding his behavior, dismissing any need for self-criticism while maintaining his search for an ideal partner. The episode ...

How did the Noord water main break? Investigation into pipe material and similar pipes

Waternet is investigating a major sewage pipe rupture in Amsterdam Noord that resulted in the discharge of 40,000 cubic meters of wastewater and significant environmental damage. The inquiry aims to d...

Pest control active at Spinoza campus, possible camera surveillance to follow

Management at the Spinoza campus in Amsterdam-Zuidoost has hired pest control to address a severe rat infestation caused by illegal waste dumping. The city is currently investigating the potential use...

Joanie and Pieter are court ushers: "The oil in the machinery of justice"

Court ushers Joanie Zeën and Pieter Peters provide essential support and maintain order within the Amsterdam District Court. During the Week of the Rule of Law, they highlighted their daily responsib...

Suspect (41) takes off his shoes during burglary and puts on exclusive Nikes, but it gives him away

A 41-year-old repeat offender is on trial for a series of burglaries in Mijdrecht and Amsterdam after DNA evidence from his abandoned shoes linked him to the scene. Despite his claims of innocence, th...

Stroopwafels on Muntplein, space cake and plastic tulips: Amsterdammers go undercover to inspect city center shops: ‘That stroopwafel smell makes me sick’

Residents in Amsterdam have initiated an effort to monitor and report tourist-focused shops, leading to 29 official enforcement requests over the past year. Local authorities have responded by issuing...

Ingrid (59) and Rivka (19): ‘I was allowed to go out early, my parents were very chill about it, unlike the parents of many of my friends’

Ingrid and her daughter Rivka share their perspectives on growing up and raising a child in Amsterdam. Their discussion covers the balance between parental leniency and the boundaries established duri...

They were in complete agreement with Donny Roelvink, the five thirty-somethings in the trendy Amsterdam clothing store

Mini car ends up in Lijnbaansgracht, driver uninjured

A microcar fell into the Lijnbaansgracht in Amsterdam on Thursday evening, but the driver managed to escape without any injuries. Emergency crews successfully retrieved the vehicle from the canal whil...

Weekend tips: things to do in Haarlem (September 11-13)

Haarlem is hosting a variety of events from September 11-13, including the free Open Monumentendagen, outdoor film screenings, and a silent disco tour. Residents can also attend a singalong concert at...

Ronald Koeman welcomes grandchild: Telstar goalkeeper Koeman Jr. becomes a father

Telstar goalkeeper Ronald Koeman Jr. has welcomed his first child with his fiancée Kiki, making Ronald and Bartina Koeman grandparents for the fourth time. This personal milestone follows a historic ...

How to achieve successful co-parenting: ‘I understand that you miss Daddy’

Ahead of Divorce Day, Norwegian family therapist Hedvig Montgomery provides guidance on achieving successful co-parenting following a divorce. The article addresses the growing trend of co-parenting a...

Haarlem library membership remains virtually unchanged

Library membership in Haarlem has remained largely stable, with one in five residents maintaining a card despite national growth trends. While youth participation has seen a slight increase, adult mem...

Kate Hudson still not married five years after engagement: 'Way too expensive'

Kate Hudson and her partner Danny Fujikawa remain unmarried five years after their engagement due to difficulties with planning and guest list logistics. The actress cited the high financial cost of w...