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Nienke van den Berg plays a leading role in television, but hidden behind the scenes: 'I got a 10 and thought, oh, I can do this'

Nienke van den Berg, a singer from Uitgeest, has been working behind the scenes as a vocal coach for the television show The Masked Singer since 2021. Although she initially dreamed of being a perform...

What if no clean drinking water comes from the tap? Waternet practices emergency scenario

Waternet, the City of Amsterdam, and the Red Cross conducted an emergency drill in Amsterdam-Zuidoost to simulate a scenario where drinking water is contaminated by industrial waste. The exercise invo...

First Dates gets a new version with beach club on NPO Start

The Dutch dating program First Dates is launching a new spin-off titled First Dates Beach Club on NPO Start in 2027. Broadcaster BNNVARA announced that the new version will replace the traditional res...

Aisha Dutrieux returns to where her father came from

Aisha Dutrieux reflects on her family's connection to Indonesia as her father returns to his birthplace of Jakarta with his granddaughter. She describes the profound sense of belonging she and her dau...

Public transport in Haarlem: fewer stops, fewer buses in three years

Public transport in Haarlem has experienced a decline over the past three years, with a reduction in both the number of bus stops and operating buses compared to 2022. This trend highlights a signific...

Ajax tickets for play-off against FC Groningen in Volendam almost sold out

Tickets for the European football play-off between Ajax and FC Groningen at the Kras Stadium in Volendam are nearly sold out. The match was moved from Amsterdam because the Johan Cruijff Arena is host...

Heavy traffic on A9 due to accident near Beverwijk

A multi-vehicle accident on the A9 highway near Beverwijk has caused significant traffic delays. The congestion is worsened by ongoing roadworks that were already affecting the route.

Triple Threat receives 50,000 euros for football program in Schalkwijk: 'There is faith in youth from neighborhoods like ours'

The youth organization Triple Threat has received a €50,000 donation to support its new football program in the Schalkwijk district of Haarlem. Founder Okrah Donkor expressed gratitude for the fundi...

Green roof initiative creates 760 square meters of new greenery in Velsen

Last Saturday, 51 residents in Velsen participated in the fifth annual green roof campaign, installing 640 square meters of new greenery. The initiative saw participation from almost every local distr...

From roadside to backyard: amount of green space in Amsterdam remains stable for the first time

Amsterdam's greenery remains stable, more greenery in neighborhoods

Amsterdam's greenery remains stable overall, with an increase in green spaces reported within specific neighborhoods. The city is highlighting its greenest districts and most popular parks through new...

Leontine Ruiters open to new love: 'Very welcome'

Presenter Leontine Ruiters shared in Ruud de Wild's podcast '30 Minuten Rauw' that she is open to finding a new relationship. The ex-wife of singer Marco Borsato expressed that a new love would be ver...

Hoofddorp art collector auctions decades-old Ans Wortel collection: All proceeds go to charity

Boudewijn Hiltermann is auctioning a large portion of his extensive Ans Wortel art collection, which he has been building since the 1970s. The proceeds from the auction will be donated to Médecins Sa...

Enthusiasm building among Driehuizen residents for ‘Woonhof Waterloo’ communal living concept for new sports park housing

The municipality of Velsen is exploring a collective living concept for the 'Woonhof Waterloo' housing project, which is planned for former football fields in Driehuis. A group of local residents has ...

Popular Swatch watches pulled from Dutch stores following sales chaos

Swatch has removed its new Royal Pop watches from three stores in the Netherlands due to safety concerns for staff and customers following chaotic sales. Sales of the collection will resume once the c...

Large swarm of bees causes commotion in Heemstede shopping street

A swarm of approximately 7,000 to 8,000 bees caused unrest on the Binnenweg shopping street in Heemstede on Tuesday afternoon. Beekeeper Pim Lemmers arrived at the scene to assess and manage the large...

IKEA introduces lingonberry-flavored Swedish meatball lollipop

IKEA is releasing a limited-edition Swedish meatball-flavored lollipop with lingonberry after a positive response to what began as an April Fool's joke. The unique candy will be distributed as a one-t...

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How to know if your cholesterol is too high (and what to do about it)

Dave Krajenbrink from the Heart Foundation provides answers to common questions regarding high cholesterol and how to maintain healthy levels. While often symptomless, high cholesterol is a major risk...

Duinwijck goes for third star: National champion strengthens as experienced core remains intact

Reigning national champion Duinwijck has strengthened its squad with two new signings ahead of the badminton Eredivisie season starting in September. The Haarlem-based club remains confident as its ex...

Karaoke, breathing speakers and 18+ nudes: This is Amsterdam's contribution to This Art Fair on Fort Island IJmuiden

Thailand ends 60-day visa-free travel for tourists

The Thai government has decided to end its 60-day visa-free travel policy, a measure originally introduced to boost tourism. This change affects travelers from 93 countries, including visitors from th...

Going on vacation is hard work, as I discovered in the online queue for the Colosseum

The author describes their habit of using detailed lists and spreadsheets to organize all aspects of life, including work and personal finances. This meticulous planning extends to vacations, where ta...

Shanna Slaap and Samir Hassan to star in 101 Dalmatians musical this autumn

Shanna Slaap and Samir Hassan will star as the lead characters Daniëlle and Tom in the upcoming musical production of 101 Dalmatians. Based on the classic animated film, the show is scheduled to prem...

One man's trash is another man's treasure

During the Week Without Waste, residents and organizations are showcasing creative ways to reuse and repair items that would otherwise be thrown away. The initiative encourages giving products like fu...

Weekly tips: things to do in Amsterdam from May 18 to 22

This article provides a guide to various events and activities happening in Amsterdam from May 18 to May 22. It highlights a range of things to do in the Dutch capital throughout the upcoming week.

That creaking door again, footsteps in the hall, and a little voice: I can't sleep. What to do when your child keeps getting out of bed?

This article discusses the common parenting challenge of children who repeatedly leave their beds after being tucked in for the night. It addresses the frustration parents feel when their evening rout...

325-year-old Stokman Duck Decoy in Vijfhuizen is living family heritage: ‘You can still feel the past here’

The Eendenkooi Stokman in Vijfhuizen is celebrating its 325th anniversary as a preserved piece of family heritage and nature. Located just two kilometers from Schiphol Airport, the site offers guided ...

Roel van Velzen learned to cope better with emotions after losing his father

Dutch singer Roel van Velzen shared that he learned to better manage his emotions following the death of his father and his divorce. Since that period, he has focused more on self-reflection and under...