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Are these pedestrian bridges still safe? I’d rather take a detour

The author reflects on a lifelong fear of heights that originated from climbing frames in primary school gym classes. This phobia remains so intense that they prefer taking longer alternative routes r...

Ajax fans mostly relieved after securing European football: "Glad this season is over"

Ajax supporters expressed relief after their club secured a spot in the Conference League qualifiers by defeating FC Utrecht on penalties following a difficult season. While the atmosphere was largely...

More than just 'that one week': what your period says about your health

Physician-researcher Nienke Bosma explains that a woman's menstrual cycle can provide significant insights into her overall health beyond just the period itself. She encourages women to monitor their ...

Video | Blonde Klaasje returns as temporary K3 member wearing black wig

Scheveningen and Kijkduin parking lots full of beachgoers

The municipality of The Hague has advised beachgoers to travel by bicycle or public transport as parking lots in Scheveningen and Kijkduin reached full capacity on Sunday. The warning was issued to ma...

New name and logo for merged welfare organization to be unveiled at De Luifel theater in Heemstede

The welfare organizations Welzijn Bloemendaal and WIJ Heemstede are officially merging after a year of preparation. The new name and logo for the combined organization will be unveiled next week at th...

Excavation underway for water storage: Wadi at Beatrix van Dongenstraat for extreme rainfall in Heemskerk

A wadi is being constructed near the Beatrix van Dongenstraat in Heemskerk to manage excess rainwater for the new De Goudvinck complex. The project aims to prepare the area for extreme rainfall by pro...

Real estate gem! Cinema, wine bar, gym, jetty, 9 bedrooms, 5 terraces: what you get for over 12 million

A luxury home on the Zuidelijke Wandelweg in Amsterdam is listed for sale for over 12 million euros. The expansive property features high-end amenities including nine bedrooms, five terraces, a privat...

Lewis Capaldi no longer chasing hits: 'I deserve better'

Singer Lewis Capaldi has announced that he is no longer prioritizing the creation of hit songs, shifting his focus away from chart success. He stated that both he and his audience deserve better than ...

Who will help Riny with historic Golden Coach ride through Amsterdam's Jordaan?

Riny Assink will drive his handmade version of the Golden Coach through Amsterdam's Jordaan neighborhood on May 29 to promote social connection and honor nature. Assink has launched a fundraiser to he...

Have you seen Teun(tje), Suzy or Pippa? These 16 pets are missing in Haarlem

Last week, sixteen pets were reported missing in the city of Haarlem. The list of missing animals includes pets named Teun(tje), Suzy, and Pippa, with residents being asked to keep a lookout for them.

Wouter Klootwijk: ‘The AFM says we should make more money from money, so do we buy stocks or prefer macaroni?’

Columnist Wouter Klootwijk discusses financial advice from the Dutch Authority for the Financial Markets (AFM) regarding wealth generation. He explores the trade-off between investing in stocks and pu...

'I don't want to blow up just once, but have a long career,' says 15-year-old Bodhi, releasing debut single in the middle of exams

15-year-old Bodhi van de Brink released his debut single, "Ritme van de Nacht," while simultaneously finishing his high school exams. The song has already garnered tens of thousands of streams, signal...

Polderpark Cronesteyn: from marsh garden to old castle moat

The weekly newspaper supplement AlleTijd features a four-kilometer walking and cycling route through Polderpark Cronesteyn near Leiden. This city park is known for its historical significance, contain...

Frank and his team like a fish in water on IJmuiden’s ‘PC Industriestraat’: ‘We bring a complete restaurant to our guests’

Van Es Catering, a long-standing business in the IJmuiden port area, has been providing comprehensive catering services for corporate events, private parties, and local venues for 38 years. Owner Fran...

What you didn't know about sun protection: ‘Throw away last year's sunscreen’

This article provides nine essential facts about sun protection and sunscreen usage as sunny weather approaches. Key advice includes discarding sunscreen from previous years due to reduced effectivene...

Nervous Hillegom secures safety on final matchday after tough season. ‘This is an impressive achievement and we’re going to celebrate’

SV Hillegom secured their place in the first class after a 3-5 away victory against title contender WV-HEDW on the final day of the season. The team avoided relegation despite a difficult year spent m...

Bike path speed limit is coming: does 20 km/h really work?

'Exhausted' Olympia Haarlem face relegation playoffs after humiliating defeat

Olympia Haarlem suffered a crushing 8-1 defeat against Kolping Boys on Saturday. Following this heavy loss, the team is now forced to compete in the relegation play-offs to maintain their position in ...

Harbor crane for sale, knitted trees and more news from this week

This week's news from Amsterdam features unique stories such as a harbor crane for sale and mysterious knitted trees appearing in the city. The article also provides a collection of activity suggestio...

'That is simply deprivation of liberty', Terrace fans unhappy with Haarlem early morning terrace ban

Terrace enthusiasts in Haarlem are expressing frustration over a municipal policy that prohibits outdoor seating in the city center before 11:00 AM. While many patrons are unaware of the restriction, ...

The Greenhouse | We’ve all been the vegetarian waiter in a seafood restaurant at some point

Climate reporter Jeroen Kraan discusses the inherent hypocrisy people face when trying to live according to their environmental ideals. He suggests that performing reflective exercises can help indivi...

Champagne, caviar and multi-million dollar villas: international reality hit gets Dutch version

The American reality television hit 'Million Dollar Listing' is launching a Dutch version featuring luxury real estate brokers Leslie de Ruiter and Dinja Voorhorst. The show highlights high-end proper...

Doctor Hein (91) connected first Twente resident to dialysis machine

Hein Jordans, a 91-year-old internist, reflects on his medical career which began under the influence of his father in Brabant. He is notably recognized for being the first physician to treat a patien...

The air raid siren sounds: what should you do and what happens at school?

The Dutch air raid siren system serves as a critical warning for various emergencies, prompting specific safety protocols such as those followed by schools to keep children indoors and protected. A ne...

Back then: cows were once milked here, now you stop by for bitterballen at Polder

Café Restaurant Polder, located near Amsterdam Science Park and the University of Amsterdam, sits on land that was historically underwater before becoming a dairy farm. The venue has transitioned fro...

Fietsenwacht charges full price for half a job; refunding proves difficult

Edgar van de Burgt paid the mobile repair service Fietsenwacht to fix two bicycles, but the company only completed one repair while charging for both. After struggling to secure a refund for the unper...

Senior complex residents sheltered after fire

A fire broke out in a senior apartment complex on Wagenstraat in The Hague during the night between Saturday and Sunday. Residents were evacuated and provided with shelter, but no injuries were report...

Carefree Koninklijke HFC brushes aside Spakenburg and looks to the new season with confidence. 'Glad it's over'

Koninklijke HFC concluded their season with a 3-2 victory over Spakenburg. The Haarlem-based team's performance in the final match provides confidence for the upcoming season.

Klaasje Meijer glad K3 comeback is temporary: 'Very intensive'

Singer Klaasje Meijer expressed her satisfaction that her temporary return to the group K3 for the musical Doornroosje is not permanent. She told RTL Boulevard that while the experience is exciting, s...