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'Some shells have been there for a hundred million years. Bizarre, right?' National Shell Counting Day at Wijk aan Zee beach

The fifth National Shell Counting Day took place across beaches in the Netherlands, including a counting event at Wijk aan Zee. Participants were instructed to collect shells randomly within a specifi...

Velsen beat Olympia thanks to a formidable Floris Reurts hat-trick: 'Every now and then you have to show the boys how it’s done'

Floris Reurts scored a hattrick to lead Velsen to a dominant 0-3 victory over Olympia Haarlem. The away win provides redemption for Velsen, who had lost their previous home match against the same oppo...

Bread, as loved as it is loathed: how healthy is it really?

Experts address the common myths and health concerns surrounding bread, evaluating its nutritional value in both artisanal and supermarket varieties. They conclude that while whole-grain bread is gene...

Gen Zer lives like it’s 20 years ago: Without a high-tech smartphone, with a classic Nokia. 'I now realize how nice touchscreens and WhatsApp are'

A Gen-Z reporter spent a week using a classic Nokia phone instead of a smartphone to see if it would reduce internet addiction and improve focus. The experiment highlighted the difficulties of navigat...

Believers made way for wrestling champions in former De Zaaier church

The former Catholic church 'De Zaaier' on Amsterdam's Keizersgracht has undergone several transformations since its construction in 1837, transitioning from a place of worship to a warehouse and a wre...

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Can old Anglicisms still be translated? Manager, camping, scooter... Try it!

The author reflects on how an algorithm recently resurfaced a letter they wrote in 1993 for the Dutch linguistics magazine Onze Taal regarding the translation of anglicisms. The piece notes the unexpe...

Tess (21) from Castricum recovering from sepsis: 'I have hope again'

Tess, a 21-year-old from Castricum, is recovering from Post-Sepsis Syndrome following an intensive treatment program in Australia funded by crowdfunding. After returning to the Netherlands, her recove...

Demolition most likely scenario for part of troubled Zandvoort-Noord flats: ‘But only in five years’

Approximately 124 apartments on Lorentzstraat in Zandvoort-Noord are likely to be demolished in about five years due to long-standing issues with concrete rot. While other parts of the housing complex...

Criticism hits Maan harder than she’d like: 'Feels like I’m in a corner'

Singer Maan shared during an interview on the program De Geknipte Gast that negative feedback regarding her shift toward a more experimental musical style has been difficult to handle. She admitted th...

NBC presenter Guthrie cannot mourn until missing mother is found

American TV presenter Savannah Guthrie and her family are acknowledging the increasing likelihood that her missing mother is no longer alive. They stated that the process of mourning is difficult to n...

Candid Tallon Griekspoor abandons plan to leave the Netherlands and laughs at father’s 'golden tip': ‘He’s right’

Dutch tennis player Tallon Griekspoor has decided against moving abroad and remains optimistic about his current form despite a recent injury withdrawal in Dubai. He expressed confidence for the rest ...

Savannah Guthrie cannot mourn until missing mother is found

American TV presenter Savannah Guthrie and her family expressed that they cannot find peace or begin the mourning process while her mother remains missing. The family is increasingly preparing for the...

Jan (78) dies while snorkeling on holiday in Egypt

78-year-old Jan Lenderink passed away from heart failure while snorkeling in the Red Sea during a vacation in Egypt with his partner and her family. His sudden death has turned the holiday into a trag...

Cees (71) in serious trouble after filing property tax objection through online agency

A 71-year-old man named Cees Groen from Spanbroek is facing financial trouble after seeking help from an online agency to object to his property valuation. He was shocked to receive a payment demand f...

Many former players at Cruyff documentary premiere in Arena: I was always with Johan

Tens of thousands of visitors, including many former teammates and friends, attended the premiere of a new documentary series about Johan Cruijff at the Johan Cruijff Arena on Saturday night. The even...

Picking tulips at the Grote Markt, the mystery of Zuiderstraat, and more news from the past week

Recent news from Haarlem includes tulip picking at the Grote Markt and stories about local residents who moved abroad. The update also features a call for readers to share blossom photos and highlight...

Car on its side after crashing into tree in Cruquius, driver taken to hospital

A driver was injured late Saturday night after crashing into a tree on Oude Kruisweg in Cruquius. The collision caused the vehicle to flip onto its side, and the driver was subsequently transported to...

Wild nature and floral splendor in Anna Paulowna

The newspaper supplement AlleTijd features a 2.9-kilometer walking route through the nature and floral landscapes of Anna Paulowna. This weekly series provides readers with curated routes through city...

Eating whiting to the delight of shrimp fishermen

Columnist Wouter Klootwijk discusses the benefits of eating whiting for shrimp fishermen and the seafood industry. He encourages readers to visit a fish auction to learn more about the sources of thei...

No more ‘pizza’ this season for Ronald Koeman (30), who excels weekly at Telstar: ‘Need a bit of luck against PSV’

Telstar goalkeeper Ronald Koeman has maintained his strong form in the Eredivisie this season after helping his team through last year's play-offs. Ahead of a match against PSV, Koeman reflects on his...

Adriaan van Dis writes book about late lover shared with another: Capturing love and loss in language

Dutch author Adriaan van Dis has released his new novel "Alles voor de reis," which serves as an ode to his late lover. The book explores their 38-year relationship and publicly addresses details of a...

The unprecedented breakthrough of 0.0: how the Dutch slowly but surely switched to alcohol-free beer

Alcohol-free beer has transformed from a ridiculed product into a significant commercial success within the Dutch beer market. Major brewers now see non-alcoholic options as a key growth opportunity a...

LIVE Eredivisie | Championship party in Velsen-Zuid: Will PSV manage to beat Telstar this time?

PSV faces Telstar in Velsen-Zuid with the league championship at stake if results go their way. The league leaders are looking to overcome a side that has already beaten them once this season. The mat...

Jolted Royal HFC firmer in mid-table after win over AFC: 'I hammered on discipline at halftime'

Koninklijke HFC secured a victory against AFC, strengthening their position in the middle of the league standings. The win followed a previous collapse against Kozakken Boys, with the coach emphasizin...

Tigers in deeper trouble after second loss, title hopes hanging by a thread

The Amsterdam Tigers face a critical situation in the ice hockey national championship finals after losing their second consecutive game to the Nijmegen Devils. Following a 2-5 defeat at home, the Tig...

Verstappen loses Nürburgring win after disqualification

Max Verstappen and his team have been disqualified from their GT3 race victory at the Nürburgring for exceeding the permitted number of tire sets. The team used seven sets of tires during the event, ...

Linda Wagenmakers lost 8 kilos on Expeditie Robinson: ‘You don’t need much to survive’

Dutch singer and actress Linda Wagenmakers reflects on her experience in the reality show Expeditie Robinson, where she lost eight kilograms and learned about survival. In a personal interview, she al...

Mayor Jos Wienen welds anchor chain to establish Floating Heritage Kon-Tiki: ‘It symbolizes the link to the future’

Mayor Jos Wienen officially established the Varend Erfgoed Kon-Tiki (VEK) on Saturday at scouting Kon-Tiki in Haarlem by welding an anchor chain. The event, attended by many, symbolizes a link to the ...

Tens of thousands attend Cruyff documentary premiere: organizers aim for world record

The premiere of a four-part documentary about football legend Johan Cruijff took place at the Johan Cruijff Arena in Amsterdam, where organizers aimed to break the world record for the largest film pr...