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Renovated Artis aquarium reopens after five years

The Artis aquarium in Amsterdam will reopen this Saturday after a five-year renovation project costing 50 million euros. The historic 1882 building has been fully restored, featuring thematic underwat...

From Persian rugs in pubs to Amsterdam cocktail onions: new guide maps centuries-old Muslim heritage

Another protest at Ye concert in GelreDome

A small group of protesters gathered at the GelreDome in Arnhem on Monday evening to demonstrate against American rapper Ye's concert in the Netherlands. This event was significantly smaller than the ...

'I was looking for the truth,' says Siem (17), who recently converted to Protestantism

Seventeen-year-old Siem Langeveld recently made a confession of faith at the Goede Herderkerk in Haarlem, reflecting a broader trend of renewed interest in religion among Dutch youth. Seeking truth an...

Peel your own fruit, no flip-flops in the jungle: how to prevent tropical infections

Internist-infectiologist Els van Nood provides essential advice for travelers visiting (sub)tropical destinations to avoid contracting diseases from bacteria and viruses. Her tips include basic safety...

Blijmond gives every child a role in musical My Grandpa: ‘We see how they develop’

Students from the Blijmond musical and dance school are currently preparing for their annual production titled 'Mijn Opa.' The school emphasizes giving every child a role to support their personal dev...

PowNed removes Verboden Liefde episodes due to participants' sex crime case

Dutch broadcaster PowNed has removed episodes of the program 'Verboden Liefde' from online platforms after two participants were charged in a sex crime case. The two men are suspected of abusing their...

Supermarket woes not over: groceries up to 10% more expensive by 2027

The Dutch supermarket umbrella organization CBL has warned the government that grocery prices could increase by up to 10 percent next year. According to the trade association, these price hikes are pa...

Griekspoor-Van de Zandschulp second match Tuesday in Rosmalen

Dutch tennis players Tallon Griekspoor and Botic van de Zandschulp will face each other this Tuesday at the grass-court tournament in Rosmalen. The match is scheduled as the second event of the day on...

Dozens of walls, signs and sheds defaced with 'Eloy'. Zandvoort man (32) confesses to one incident: 'I know nothing about those other cases'

A 32-year-old Zandvoort resident was sentenced to 40 hours of community service for spraying the tag 'Eloy' on dozens of walls and structures throughout 2023. Although the man only confessed to one in...

Cabinet wants ban on commercial social media work for children

The Dutch cabinet proposes a ban on commercial social media work for children aged 15 and younger. Minister Thierry Aartsen informed the House of Representatives of the plan, which aims to protect min...

Don't be so sour, let's make the World Cup a party

As the World Cup approaches, Dutch fans are beginning to prepare with traditional orange gear and betting pools despite some hesitation. The article acknowledges controversies surrounding FIFA and sch...

Coalition and Denk want measures against companies profiting from occupation of Palestinian territories

Amsterdam's governing coalition and the Denk party have proposed thirteen measures to restrict business with companies profiting from the occupation of Palestinian territories. The proposal aims to pr...

American tourists removed from hop-on hop-off bus by police: "A drone came inside"

Police evacuated a hop-on-hop-off bus near Amsterdam's Leidseplein after reports of a suspicious object prompted a large-scale security operation. Officers used a drone and a search dog to inspect the...

Norwegian Crown Princess's son finds it hard to be in custody during mother's illness

Marius Borg Høiby, the son of Norway's Crown Princess Mette-Marit, reportedly described his imprisonment as "unbearable" while his mother is seriously ill. These comments were shared by Norwegian med...

A family of two

The author reflects on their transition to parenthood and the reality of becoming a family of two. This change is symbolized by a small baby coat hanging next to their own on the rack.

Man falls into sinkhole outside his home in Diemen

A man fell into a 1.5-meter deep sinkhole caused by a leaking underground pipe while walking into a house in Diemen on Saturday night. He escaped serious injury but suffered leg pain, and the street w...

Young people need places where they can influence their own lives and environment

Robert van Hemert keeps scoring hits: 'Knew it wouldn't stop at Zoet, Zout, Zuur'

Dutch singer Robert van Hemert continues his musical success with several hit songs and has announced his first major solo concert. The performance is scheduled to take place at AFAS Live in Amsterdam...

Top official: loneliness deserved more attention during the pandemic

Top official Mark Roscam Abbing stated during a parliamentary inquiry that more attention should have been given to loneliness during the COVID-19 pandemic. Abbing was responsible for the long-term st...

Heemskerk at its most beautiful in photo exhibition in the Koetshuijs

Theo Schillemans, the current village photographer of Heemskerk, is showcasing his work in a photo exhibition throughout June and July. The exhibit is held at the Koetshuijs, located within the castle...

Car-free Herengracht plan back to drawing board after Council of State ruling

The Council of State has ruled that Amsterdam must redesign a section of the Herengracht because its current designation as a 'living street' fails to meet legal standards for low traffic and speed. W...

Heemstede Art Market brings nearly fifty artists to Jan van Goyenstraat

Nearly fifty artists will showcase their work at the Kunstmarkt Heemstede on June 21 along Jan van Goyenstraat. The event aims to transform the shopping street into a hub for art, creativity, and soci...

Sam van Royen doesn't consider himself a nepo baby: 'I followed my own path'

Sam van Royen, the son of writer Heleen van Royen and presenter Ton van Royen, rejected the "nepo baby" label during an appearance on Shownieuws. He stated that he has followed his own career path and...

From scanning files to the only first-time buyer broker in the Netherlands: Laurens helps young homebuyers get started

Laurens, a specialized realtor based in Heemskerk, assists young first-time buyers in navigating the challenging Dutch housing market. His work focuses on helping starters overcome obstacles like risi...

New playground for Oud-IJmuiden: Contractor starts work

A new playground is currently under construction on Carolinastraat in Oud-IJmuiden for local children. The contractor has already installed the first pieces of play equipment as work on the project pr...

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What does a business lunch straight from the farm taste like? The Farm Kitchen from Hoofddorp shows it daily

The Farm Kitchen, led by chef Jonathan Karpathios, provides sustainable farm-to-table lunches to over a thousand employees at the Pharos building in Hoofddorp. The facility offers a menu focused on lo...

Discount chain Die Grenze clashes with NVWA over dirt-cheap beer: ‘Read the law properly’

The Dutch discount chain Die Grenze is in a dispute with the Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority (NVWA) over the legality of its high alcohol discounts. Owner Bert Hesselink argues ...