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Castricum council wants part of new IKC Cunera taller than two stories; local residents unhappy

The Castricum municipal executive proposes adjusting the design of the IKC Cunera building in Bakkum to include a section higher than the agreed two stories. While the council believes this change wil...

Harry Styles fans already camping at Johan Cruijff ArenA: where to grab a quick bite without losing your spot

Fans of Harry Styles have begun camping outside the Johan Cruijff ArenA in Amsterdam as early as Wednesday for his upcoming Saturday concert. The dedicated attendees are enduring rain and long waits t...

Queuing for days for a trendy watch, but mostly for resale: Can make a lot of money

A large crowd has gathered in Amsterdam's P.C. Hooftstraat to queue overnight for the release of an exclusive 400-euro watch, which many hope to resell for significant profit. Resellers and collectors...

David and Victoria Beckham can now call themselves billionaires

David and Victoria Beckham have officially reached billionaire status according to the annual Sunday Times Rich List. The couple's joint wealth is now estimated at over £1.1 billion, which is equival...

Makers Festival Aangaan comes to Fort Penningsveer this Sunday: ‘It is important for young creative makers to have places to gather’

The 'Aangaan' makers festival will take place this Sunday at Fort Penningsveer, concluding an artist-in-residence program for young creators from the Haarlemmermeer region. The free, sensory event pro...

Free entry to the Heineken Experience? Only if you're lucky (and enter our giveaway)

All free tickets for the Heineken Experience open day on Friday, May 29, have already been distributed. Due to high demand, the complimentary passes for the Amsterdam-based attraction were claimed qui...

With pioneers to new graffiti exhibition: ‘For good spray cans we went to Uncle Henk at Waterlooplein’

De Snackspert served disappointing satay: ‘Like the ice cream you crave has already melted’

Portrait of Harry Styles at Johan Cruijff Arena: Ajax legends will also be on the pillars

A large portrait of singer Harry Styles was unveiled at the Johan Cruijff Arena in Amsterdam to mark the start of his ten-concert residency. The artwork is the first in a series of murals for the stad...

Harry Styles portrait at Johan Cruijff Arena: "Ajax legends will also be on the pillars"

A large portrait of singer Harry Styles was unveiled at the Johan Cruijff Arena in Amsterdam ahead of his ten-concert run at the venue. The artwork is the first in a series that will eventually includ...

De Achterklap Podcast | Eurovision doesn't miss us and Niall open about Liam's death

The latest episode of the De Achterklap podcast features reporting on the atmosphere at the Eurovision Song Contest in Vienna. It also discusses singer Niall Horan speaking about his private life and ...

Netflix making documentary about host Nick Cannon and his twelve children

Netflix is developing a documentary series about American presenter and actor Nick Cannon, focusing on his life as a father. The series will explore Cannon's experiences raising his twelve children wi...

From Chernobyl music to light installations: what to see in Amsterdam this summer

Green Pennant crowns Blue Flag for Uitgeest Marina: Not exactly a marketing tool

Owners Menno and Caroline Klein of Jachthaven Uitgeest have received the Blue Flag with a Green Pennant award in recognition of their marina's environmental standards. They emphasized that the award i...

Dozens of Harry Styles fans already queuing for Saturday night: ‘Chatting with people from all over the world’

Italian food as cultural heritage: taste authentic cuisine in the East

Kennemer Golf Club slams 'incorrect' distribution of lottery funds, but KLM Open will proceed next year

The Kennemer Golf & Country Club has criticized a lottery-based sports subsidy distribution that is expected to provide less funding than budgeted. Despite these financial concerns, club manager Harro...

Erben Wennemars quits as NOS analyst for son Joep's career

Former speed skater Erben Wennemars is stepping down as an analyst for the Dutch broadcaster NOS after 17 years. He made the decision to avoid a conflict of interest as his son, Joep Wennemars, pursue...

Influencer Marijn Kuipers makes documentary about years-long struggle with bulimia

Dutch influencer Marijn Kuipers is producing a documentary about her long-term battle with bulimia. The 26-year-old hopes that by sharing her personal struggle, she can help others facing similar issu...

Criticized anti-bird nets at Rijksmuseum to be removed: "Breeding season well advanced"

The Rijksmuseum is removing controversial anti-bird nets from trees in Amsterdam's Carel Willinkplantsoen after several birds became trapped in the mesh. While the nets were intended to prevent nestin...

Almost fifty years among shelter cats: veterinarian Piet (75) has no plans to retire yet

Piet Sons, a 75-year-old veterinarian, continues to perform weekly surgeries at Dierenopvang Amsterdam after nearly fifty years of service at the shelter. Having started his career immediately after u...

Tradition of auctioning the first barrel of herring must be preserved

The article invites readers to participate in a poll regarding whether the traditional auction of the first barrel of herring should be preserved. It encourages public engagement to gather opinions on...

Winfred has a house used only for art and baking bread: 'It’s a man cave that got out of hand'

Winfred de Nijs, a retired construction company director, uses a house in Schoorldam as a dedicated space for baking bread and displaying his art collection. He describes the residence as an "out-of-c...

Norah and Emma didn't expect to live together as children: 'We have two guinea pigs, Shoshanna and Govert suit us perfectly'

Childhood friends Norah van Leeuwen and Emma de Haan now live together in Haarlem along with their two guinea pigs. The pair discusses their long-standing friendship and their transition from childhoo...

Province installs viewing platforms at Velsertraverse. 'It is definitely recommended to come and take a look'

The province of Noord-Holland has installed two viewing platforms at the Velsertraverse construction site to allow the public to observe the work this coming weekend. Visitors are encouraged to watch ...

Politics on the Amstel: Who is to blame for the cancelled festival and these names are circulating for alderman

Amsterdam's Music On festival was cancelled after the municipality withdrew its permit over safety concerns, sparking debate regarding accountability among local officials. Journalists also discussed ...

Video | King Charles makes Idris Elba laugh as 'DJ'

Designer Marco Kroes (1963-2026) left his mark on the newspaper for 41 years

Long-time newspaper designer Marco Kroes has passed away at the age of 62, just weeks after receiving a terminal diagnosis. Kroes, who lived in the Zaanstreek region, spent 41 years shaping the visual...

Empty bottles? Why returning your cans is now even better for your wallet

Returning empty PET bottles and cans in the Netherlands now provides an opportunity to win a cash prize of up to 400 euros. This incentive aims to encourage consumers to utilize the national deposit s...

After heavy crash in China, Jesper Rasch wonders why cycling is still fun: ‘I’m an expert when it comes to wounds’

Dutch cyclist Jesper Rasch, who competes for the China Anta-Mentech team, reflects on his career and the physical toll of the sport following a serious crash in China. The Zandvoort native shares mont...