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VOC handballers fail to recover from poor start and lose cup final

The Amsterdam-based VOC handball team lost the national cup final 30-26 to Kwiek after failing to recover from a poor start. Despite narrowing the gap to a single point in the second half, technical e...

Boerewors and fruity chutneys at Kuierkos: a little piece of South Africa in Bloemendaal (8-)

Kuierkos in Bloemendaal is a delicatessen specializing in South African cuisine, offering traditional dishes like bobotie, bredie, and malva. The store provides a unique culinary experience by introdu...

Wonderful: teenagers with well-rhymed and rhythmic stories in poetry class

Journalist and poet Yanaika Zomer shares her experiences conducting poetry lessons for teenagers in schools in her latest column. She highlights the impressive rhyming and rhythmic skills displayed by...

Tourette syndrome is often not what we think: ‘Most do not swear’

Psychologist Jolande van de Griendt clarifies common misconceptions about Tourette syndrome, noting that stereotypical symptoms like involuntary swearing affect only a small minority of patients. The ...

The p-word is forbidden at the table of Dutch champion Steffan Kok: ‘Tennis has everything: technique, tactics, physical and mental’

Steffan Kok, the 47-year-old editor-in-chief of Tennis Magazine from Zandvoort, has been crowned the Dutch national padel champion in the 45+ category. Despite suffering from a chronic injury that lim...

Drivers hit hard by unprecedented wave of roadworks: 'Don't just hit the road'

Following Easter, road users in the Netherlands face an unprecedented series of construction projects on major motorways including the A9, A44, and A10 around Amsterdam. Rijkswaterstaat warns of signi...

Listen to the Easter story and paint ostrich eggs: what to do this Easter weekend

Amsterdam offers a diverse range of activities this Easter weekend, including lamb petting at local farms, egg hunts in historic gardens, and creative workshops such as painting ostrich eggs. The holi...

Hiding eggs in the garden or indoors? This is the weather forecast for Easter

The weather forecast for Easter suggests that conditions will be favorable enough for people to hide eggs outdoors. This allows for traditional garden egg hunts alongside indoor celebrations as people...

Hiking holiday agency goes bankrupt, travelers lose trips and money: 'A total shock to receive such an email'

A travel agency based in 't Harde has declared bankruptcy, affecting hundreds of travelers and investors who now face the loss of their pre-booked trips and payments. All scheduled walking tours have ...

Screen Time | For young concertgoers, the perfect picture is totally unimportant

Tech reporter Rutger Otto explores how Gen Z concertgoers are shifting away from seeking the perfect social media photo in favor of capturing raw memories. The column highlights a broader trend where ...

Asylum seekers and Haarlem residents gather for Spaarne dinner

The Spaarnediner event in Haarlem brings together local residents and asylum seekers to foster community connections through shared meals and cultural exchange. Inspired by a similar initiative in Ams...

Conflicts with parents dampen job satisfaction at many primary schools: ‘One conversation in which a parent crosses all boundaries negates a hundred good ones’

A survey of 414 primary school directors reveals that 64% report decreased job satisfaction due to conflicts or threats from parents. These tensions increase pressure on teaching teams and can signifi...

LIVE Eredivisie | Groningen look to follow up big win over AZ against relegation candidate Telstar

FC Groningen faces Telstar in an Eredivisie matchup as the home side battles to avoid relegation. Groningen enters the game looking to build on their momentum following a recent 3-0 win over AZ.

LIVE Eredivisie | Intriguing clash at Johan Cruijff Arena: 4th-placed Ajax vs 5th-placed FC Twente

Ajax faces FC Twente at the Johan Cruijff Arena in a crucial Eredivisie match between the fourth and fifth-placed teams. Both clubs are competing for a second-place finish to secure qualification for ...

Castricum parking lot is very busy, Uitgeest and Heiloo are not so bad. ‘The bicycle parking is annoying’

Commuters at train stations in Castricum, Uitgeest, and Heiloo face varying levels of parking availability, with Castricum experiencing significant congestion. The report also highlights a typical tra...

Bench Parade now available as audio: TriArcus Foundation funds audio tour of Heemskerk art benches: 'Amazing number of families walking the route'

The Bankjesparade art route in Heemskerk has launched a new audio tour funded by Stichting TriArcus, allowing visitors to listen to information about the artistic benches. This update adds an interact...

Booked flight holidays can become significantly more expensive up to six weeks before departure

Travelers who have booked flight holidays for the upcoming summer may face mandatory surcharges due to rising kerosene costs. Consumers only have the right to cancel their trip free of charge if the t...

A10 South tunneling also leads to tree felling on Beethovenstraat

Five trees on Beethovenstraat in Amsterdam's Zuidas district will be removed or relocated this week to facilitate the relocation of a water pipe for the A10 South tunneling project. This action follow...

Loiza Lamers underwent a hair transplant: 'That scar made me very insecure'

Dutch model and presenter Loiza Lamers shared that she underwent a hair transplant to address insecurity caused by a scar. In an interview with Mezza magazine, she also discussed how she has developed...

Traffic controllers and multiple road closures due to expected Easter crowds

The municipality of Amsterdam has implemented traffic measures, including road closures and navigation app adjustments, to manage expected congestion during the Easter weekend. Traffic controllers wil...

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What is wrong with street lighting in Velsen? Residents wait for years as Rijkswaterstaat cites bats and budget shortages

Residents in the municipality of Velsen are facing prolonged issues with broken street lighting in areas like Velserbroek and IJmuiden. Rijkswaterstaat has attributed the delay in repairs to budget co...

Esmee has a unique job at DGTL: ‘I’m working with other people’s urine’

The DGTL Festival at Amsterdam's NDSM-werf marks the start of the festival season, featuring a unique sustainability initiative where worker Esmee processes festival-goers' urine. This project highlig...

Richard Kemper: ‘Canceling is the new crucifixion, but without resurrection’

Dutch performer Richard Kemper expresses his opinion on the secularization of Easter, suggesting that the public holiday should only apply to those who practice the religious tradition. He compares no...

Fewer flights and more expensive tickets: High jet fuel prices from Middle East crisis hit hard

The conflict in the Middle East is driving up kerosene prices and creating a potential fuel shortage, which will lead to more expensive air travel. Consequently, travelers can expect higher ticket pri...

Tatum Dagelet's uterus removed: 'One less organ'

Dutch actress Tatum Dagelet is recovering from surgery to remove her uterus following a long period of heavy bleeding. She shared the news on Instagram, noting that she is now healing after the proced...

Tommie Christiaan celebrates nine months of sobriety: 'A milestone'

Dutch singer and actor Tommie Christiaan reached a personal milestone by celebrating nine months of sobriety. He shared the achievement on Instagram, noting that while it may not seem significant to e...

Masked artist Boer Harm reveals identity: 'I will continue as Fredt'

The masked artist Boer Harm, famous for his viral hit "Brommers Kieken", has revealed his identity in an Instagram video. After keeping his face hidden for two years, he announced he will now continue...

Halsema on Dam speech: Pure antisemitism, you forfeit your right to peaceful protest

Amsterdam Mayor Femke Halsema condemned antisemitic remarks made by a speaker at a demonstration on Dam Square, describing the statements as 'pure antisemitism.' The police and Public Prosecutor's Off...

They're everywhere: how many Easter eggs can you actually eat per day without gaining weight?

Dietician Sanne Mouha provides a calculation on how many chocolate Easter eggs one can consume daily without gaining weight. The article addresses the common seasonal challenge of resisting the treats...