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Roxane: 'My tattoos are a tribute to my family and the country I come from'

Roxane Swager from Watergang honors her heritage and family through tattoos, including a piece dedicated to her late grandmother. During a 2024 trip to Tahiti to meet her biological family, she receiv...

From winter coats to T-shirts in two days: How Haarlem's hospitality industry deals with the changing weather

The hospitality industry in Haarlem and its surrounding areas is adjusting to rapid shifts in Dutch weather as temperatures are expected to rise to over 25 degrees Celsius this weekend. Local business...

This is how much you pay for a round on a Haarlem terrace

An investigation into the costs of buying a round of drinks at terraces in Haarlem provides locals with an estimate of what they will spend when socializing. The study looks at typical prices for drin...

Amphibians breeding well in Amsterdam's tap water source

Forest ranger Jeroen Engelhart highlights the thriving wildlife, including amphibians and nesting birds, within the Amsterdamse Waterleidingduinen near Zandvoort. The area's clean water supports a hea...

It’s barbecue weather and they’re noticing it at Rookplankje in Heemskerk: course waiting lists and phones ringing off the hook

The barbecue shop Rookplankje in Heemskerk is experiencing a surge in demand for high-quality Kamado grills and outdoor cooking courses as sunny weather arrives. Owner Gert-Jan van den Brink reports a...

Jiska: My tattoos help me maintain lightness in daily life despite my disability

Jiska Ogier, a 31-year-old from Leiden, uses tattoos to express her sarcastic humor and help others navigate her disability. The body art serves as a way for her to maintain a sense of lightness in he...

Mystery: what are all these yellow signs on Wibautstraat?

Yellow signs along the Wibautstraat labeled "Knowledge Mile" mark a collaborative innovation district in Amsterdam that connects local businesses and educational institutions. The markers identify a s...

Max Verstappen opens up about fatherhood and confirms he will continue in Formula 1

Four-time world champion Max Verstappen confirmed in an interview with De Telegraaf that he will continue racing in Formula 1 beyond the current season. The Dutch driver also spoke candidly about fath...

Dana: For me, the tattoo is a daily symbol of survival, strength and finding beauty in scars

41-year-old Dana Nieuwland from Alphen aan den Rijn received a tattoo on her chest following a mastectomy due to breast cancer. The artwork, featuring a lily of the valley and a gladiolus, serves as a...

Family pays for unused Ziggo subscription for four years without noticing

A family unknowingly paid for an unused Ziggo subscription for four years due to a double billing issue. A dispute has arisen between the customer and the provider regarding who is responsible for the...

Ronald Koeman, Jeff Hardeveld and Sem van Duijn were the top-rated players at Telstar, but will they still be White Lions next season?

Following Telstar's 14th-place finish in the Eredivisie, Ronald Koeman, Jeff Hardeveld, and Sem van Duijn emerged as the team's top-rated players according to performance reviews. The club now faces u...

Hans and Dieneke acquitted after weapons and drugs found but still evicted from home

Despite being acquitted of charges related to a large cache of drugs and weapons hidden in their home by their son, Hans Doesburg and Dieneke Achterbergh have been evicted from their Amsterdam trailer...

Taking a dip? Negative swimming advice for this location in Haarlem

Authorities have issued a negative swimming advice for a specific location in Haarlem due to concerns over water quality and safety. The warning was released by Rijkswaterstaat and regional water boar...

Lucienne has more than fifty tattoos: ‘There are more to come’

Lucienne Koehoorn, a 35-year-old from Heiloo, views her body as a canvas for her collection of approximately fifty tattoos. Despite having little remaining space on her skin, she considers them art an...

Velsen to trial housing homeless people before they enter shelters

The municipality of Velsen will launch a pilot program in June to provide housing for homeless residents before they enter social shelters. This initiative is part of a new regional plan aimed at redu...

Beverwijk can ban fatbikes from parts of the city: ‘The tool is there’

Beverwijk is preparing to implement potential bans on fatbikes in certain areas to combat nuisance, despite legal uncertainty regarding such measures. While the city council remains skeptical and the ...

For a portion of bitterballen – cost price 2 euros – you pay 8 euros in the pub: ‘Snacks are where you make your margin’

The style of DJ and herbalist Emmanuelle: ‘Since I was young, it’s been big earrings, a big necklace, a big belt’

Actor Ko Zandvliet's Amsterdam: ‘I’m strongly against rental bikes – if you live here, you should have your own bike’

The wines, the food, the atmosphere, the staff: Weinlokal Stern is one of the best newcomers of 2026 (9)

The first residents of this Amsterdam neighborhood had to adjust: the houses were like ‘palaces’ with running water and sewerage

Artist Peggy Kuiper: ‘When I’m back in Amsterdam, I always think: it’s actually so pleasantly village-like here’

Opinion: ‘Yes, sometimes there is friction, but everyone comes together at football club ASV De Dijk’

Trading Haarlem for the Nieuwmarkt neighborhood: is it wise? 'The children can learn so much here'

Duncan Stutterheim: 'I've never had foreign guests who didn't like Amsterdam'

Qmusic host Marieke Elsinga breaks foot in drone accident

Qmusic presenter Marieke Elsinga broke several metatarsal bones in her foot during the filming of a defense challenge. The radio host sustained the injury while attempting to take cover from a drone.

Hans Klok (57) seeks international breakthrough after tough period, sacrificing everything including his marriage

At age 57, Dutch illusionist Hans Klok is making a renewed effort to achieve international fame, aiming to join the ranks of legendary magicians like Houdini and David Copperfield. Klok is prioritizin...

Holiday drive to the sunny south risks becoming very expensive

The International Energy Agency warns that depleting oil stocks could drive gasoline prices toward 3 euros per liter as the summer holiday season begins. This price surge is expected to make travel si...

Halsema wants to learn lessons from last-minute permit withdrawal for Music On festival

Mayor Femke Halsema is conducting a thorough evaluation following the last-minute cancellation of the Music On festival in Amsterdam due to safety concerns regarding a festival tent. The investigation...

Day of the Castle themed around love

Numerous castles and country houses across the Netherlands are opening to the public during the Whitsun weekend for the annual Day of the Castle. This year's event focuses on the theme of love.