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Jazz conquers Amsterdam: a new sound in the city

During the 1930s, jazz music emerged as a popular new sound in Amsterdam, becoming increasingly common in the city's cafes and music halls. This cultural shift occurred even as political tensions were...

A long table full of unique dishes and music from the Middle East; World Festival in the World Kitchen

Wereldkeuken Haarlem is hosting the Wereldfeest on Friday, April 10, an event designed to bring together new and long-term residents of Haarlem. The evening will feature Middle Eastern cuisine, music,...

City pass holders get discount on energy-efficient refrigerators or washing machines

Amsterdam City Pass holders are now eligible for discounts on energy-efficient refrigerators and washing machines. The initiative aims to help low-income residents reduce their electricity bills by re...

Can installs toastie vending machines at six Amsterdam metro stations

All The Lonely People shows how valuable every life is, even when lived in loneliness

What shouldn't be missing from the Easter breakfast table? The secret duivekater! ‘These even go to Australia’

The duivekater is a traditional North Holland pastry with a unique shape and secret recipe that remains a popular staple for Easter breakfasts in the Zaan region. This regional delicacy is so sought a...

Aggression against student drivers on the rise: ‘Didn't you have to learn too?’

Traffic aggression directed at driving school cars is a growing societal problem on the roads today. Instructors and students are increasingly facing hostility from other motorists, complicating the l...

Enschede issues 6 fines in a week due to fatbike ban

Authorities in Enschede issued six fines to fatbike riders for violating a new ban in the city center during its first week of strict enforcement. The ban took effect on March 11, but officials provid...

British billionaire sells most expensive house ever for over 300 million euros

British billionaire Nick Candy has sold his property for approximately 309 million euros (270 million pounds), setting a record for the most expensive home ever sold. The transaction was reported by B...

Come to the Springer Festival

The Springerfestival will take place on Saturday, April 11, at the Haarlemmer Kweektuin, featuring a plant market and workshops on gardening and nature. The free event includes activities for children...

It’s not a reproach, but a conclusion. I hope Koeman also draws that conclusion after Ecuador

The author describes a playful soccer encounter with a young boy at the AVV Swift fields on the Olympiaplein in Amsterdam. The piece serves as a commentary on Ronald Koeman and the Dutch national team...

Former Qmusic newsreader Fien Vermeulen to host Shownieuws

Fien Vermeulen is joining the SBS program Shownieuws as a presenter. She recently announced her departure from her role as a newsreader at radio station Qmusic to pursue this new opportunity.

Salwa seeks Dutch-speaking volunteers for Uitgeest station coffee bar: 'A good morning starts after coffee'

Salwa is seeking Dutch-speaking volunteers to staff the coffee bar located on the platform of Uitgeest station. The establishment has become a popular morning stop for commuters, providing a simple st...

Heemstede gym stands by controversial price hike approach: 'In our view, it couldn't have been more personal'

Heemstede gym HealthclubNU is facing backlash from members and the consumer program Radar following a controversial subscription price increase. Despite the criticism regarding their communication met...

Nils Rossen extends stay at Telstar: Club triggers option in talented midfielder's contract

Telstar has extended the contract of talented midfielder Nils Rossen until July 2027 by exercising a specific option in his agreement. Simultaneously, the club announced it will be parting ways with p...

Lawsuit against carmaker Stellantis over defeat devices in motorhomes

Several Dutch consumer and camping organizations have filed a legal claim against car manufacturer Stellantis regarding the use of illegal defeat devices in camper vans. The groups are demanding that ...

‘This is doing in real life what we learn at school’: KTS students raise 32,500 euros for KiKa with benefit dinner at restaurant MESA in Bennebroek

Ten students from Teylingen College KTS successfully raised 32,500 euros for the children's cancer charity KiKa by hosting a benefit dinner at restaurant MESA in Bennebroek. The event allowed the stud...

Nina June champions female artists

Dutch singer-songwriter Nina June has released her latest album, 'Seal skin – Anthems of a woman,' which explores the diverse aspects of womanhood. Supported by a string orchestra, the record is des...

Rescue operation for horse in ditch in Castricum

Emergency services rescued a horse from a ditch in Castricum on Thursday morning. The local fire department coordinated the successful operation to pull the animal to safety.

What you didn't know about autism: 'It is not visible in someone's appearance'

On World Autism Day, experts address common misconceptions and stereotypes regarding autism, such as the idea that it is visible in a person's appearance or that autistic individuals lack empathy. The...

Dutch GP Saturday and Sunday sold out

The Saturday and Sunday sessions for this year's Dutch Grand Prix at the Zandvoort circuit are officially sold out. Organizers announced that tickets remain available only for the event's 'Super Frida...

Hooray! A brand new Kruidvat in Oud-West (saves a sprint to Kinkerstraat)

A new Kruidvat store has opened in the Helmersbuurt neighborhood of Amsterdam's Oud-West district. The new location provides local residents with more convenient access to products, eliminating the ne...

Next-day mail delivery to become much more expensive: cards must be dropped off at parcel points

Starting July 12, PostNL will require customers to drop off next-day delivery mail at designated parcel points instead of traditional orange mailboxes. Additionally, the cost of sending mourning mail ...

Zendaya won't share everything about relationship with Tom Holland: 'Small boundaries'

Zendaya expressed her desire to maintain boundaries regarding her long-term relationship with actor Tom Holland. Although the couple has been together for years, she explained that they prefer to keep...

Rosemarie and Ellen go flower spotting at Beeckestijn Estate: ‘We drove quite a way, but it’s worth it’

Rosemarie and Ellen visited Buitenplaats Beeckestijn to admire the blooming "stinzen" plants, which have historical ties to the estate's former owners, the Boreel family. The friends traveled specific...

Rapper Diddy's release date moved forward again

The release date for American rapper Sean 'Diddy' Combs has been moved forward again, with his release now scheduled ten days earlier than previously planned. This update follows reports from various ...

#mytip: What to do with hot ham and wasting drinking water?

The Ombudsman team is sharing practical consumer tips submitted by readers to help others with everyday issues. These suggestions include advice on various topics, such as how to prevent the wastage o...

Majority of savers: Do not invest money in porn and gambling industries

A majority of savers oppose bank investments in the gambling and pornography industries, with women demonstrating a higher level of ethical concern than men. The survey findings also indicate that wom...

Neighborhood not surprised by rats in restaurant: "Gross, but very Amsterdam"

The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority (NVWA) closed a restaurant in Amsterdam-Oost after social media footage revealed a rat infestation in the kitchen. While local residents expr...

How often and how short to mow? Scarifying? Grass clippings? What to do with your lawn

Farmer Tom answers various reader questions received via Instagram regarding proper lawn maintenance. The column provides advice on mowing frequency and height, scarifying techniques, and how to handl...