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'The best thing is that the name has been preserved.' Wilma Bril (87) emotional at reopening of legendary steakhouse Wilma & Albert’s after takeover

Wilma Bril attended the emotional reopening of her former steakhouse, Wilma & Albert’s, which has been modernized under new ownership while preserving its original name. The historic restaurant, fou...

Columnist, activist and opinion maker Karin Spaink dies at 68

Karin Spaink, a renowned Dutch columnist and activist, has passed away at the age of 68 after choosing euthanasia following a long battle with Multiple Sclerosis and cancer. Over her thirty-year caree...

Parool columnist Karin Spaink (1957-2026) detested pigeonholing, even in her personal life: ‘What do I care about that label’

Weghorst and Wijndal available for Ajax against FC Utrecht

Wout Weghorst and Owen Wijndal have recovered from injuries and are available for Ajax's match against FC Utrecht this Sunday. Although Davy Klaassen has returned to team training, the midfielder is n...

Zandvoort beach now partially smoke-free: "Hope people will hold each other accountable"

The municipality of Zandvoort has launched a pilot program featuring three smoke-free zones on its beach to combat environmental pollution and encourage a smoke-free generation. The initiative focuses...

Seven Haarlem residents in Weltevredenstraat win 25,000 euros in Postcode Lottery: 'No holding back now'

Seven residents of Weltevredenstraat in Haarlem each won 25,000 euros after their street was selected for the Postcode Lottery street prize on Friday. The winners expressed excitement over the windfal...

Incidents involving drunk passengers on the rise, alcohol may be restricted before and during flights

The Dutch aviation sector is considering restrictions on alcohol consumption before and during flights due to a significant increase in incidents involving aggressive and unruly passengers. Airlines, ...

Unsafe situation due to cycling on access path to Oosterplas near Bloemendaal; PWN hires security guards

Nature manager PWN is hiring security guards at the Oosterplas dune lake to manage bicycle parking and ensure access for emergency services. The measure comes after concerns that paths were being bloc...

Wolf spotted in South Holland, the last Dutch province

A wolf was spotted for the first time in the province of South Holland in the town of Barendrecht three weeks ago. Experts from the Mammal Society confirmed the sighting through video footage, marking...

These loaded fries are more than just a box of fries with junk on top, Snackspert finds

Handing in old clothes in Amsterdam: this is what happens to them

Following King's Day, residents in Amsterdam can dispose of unsold or old clothing at local collection points instead of selling them through online platforms. This article outlines the process and wh...

7-meter-high women's monument on display at NDSM wharf: 'It's not a sweet piece of handicraft, but a razor-sharp knife'

Photographer Remko de Waal wins Silver Camera Audience Award with photo of surprised Amalia among soldiers

Haarlem-based photographer Remko de Waal has won the Zilveren Camera Audience Award for his photograph of Princess Amalia posing among soldiers. The award was presented on Friday after the image recei...

Musical star William Spaaij becomes a father again: 'Our liberation girl'

Musical actor William Spaaij and his fiancée Liza Kollau welcomed a daughter on May 5th. The newborn has been named Loua Billy Spaaij Kollau.

Liberation market in Nieuw-Vennep exactly 81 years after liberation

Nieuw-Vennep will host a Liberation Market on Saturday, May 9, at Harmonieplein to celebrate 81 years of liberation. The event is scheduled to run from 11:00 AM until 5:00 PM.

Fashion figure Martijn N., accused of six rapes, maintains in appeal that boys should have expected sex on dates

Car completely destroyed by fire in Velsen-Zuid parking lot

A car was completely destroyed by fire on Friday afternoon at a parking lot in the Spaarnwoude recreation area in Velsen-Zuid. The driver managed to exit the vehicle safely before it was fully engulfe...

De Heerenduinen outdoor pool in IJmuiden reopens Monday May 11 for lap swimmers, recreational swimmers must wait

The outdoor pool at De Heerenduinen in IJmuiden will reopen for lap swimmers on Monday, May 11, while recreational swimmers are not yet permitted. The outdoor swimming season is expected to continue t...

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The article discusses the return of face masks, specifically mentioning a version associated with Sywert van Lienden and his partners. The author notes that these masks are being used again due to the...

Politics on the Amstel: Remembrance Day deserves a broader debate and time for full-time council members?

Journalists from AT5, Het Parool, and De Telegraaf discussed the recent defacing of the National Monument on Dam Square and Mayor Halsema's security measures. The podcast "Politiek aan de Amstel" also...

First Highland Games at IJmuiden Summer Festival; teams can now register

The IJmuiden Summer Festival will feature its first-ever Highland Games during the upcoming edition from July 15 to 19. Teams are invited to register for the physical competitions which will take plac...

Most exciting weeks of school begin: 2,048 Haarlem students take final exams

A total of 2,048 students in Haarlem began their final school exams on Friday, marking a critical period for 1,090 girls and 958 boys. This follows a successful previous year where 90 percent of the m...

Amsterdam fashion brand wins sustainability award: hotel linen gets a second life in colorful clothing

Peter Gillis appeals tax fraud verdict

Reality star Peter Gillis is appealing a court sentence of eighteen months in prison and a €1.3 million fine for tax evasion. The ruling, issued by a court in Den Bosch, includes a six-month suspend...

Ali B stubbornly insisted the world is lying and he is not

Watching the World Cup in the pub? Haarlemmermeer allows it all night long

The municipality of Haarlemmermeer will lift entry time restrictions for bars and pubs during the upcoming World Cup, allowing establishments to stay open 24 hours a day if they choose. This temporary...

André Hazes gets own reality series on RTL: 'You're going to see everything'

Dutch singer Andr Hazes is launching a new reality series titled 'Andr Hazes: En Nu...' on the broadcaster RTL. Filming for the show has already begun, and Hazes promises viewers an intimate and c...

Eight years in prison sought for influencer suspected of drug trafficking and money laundering

The Public Prosecution Service has demanded an eight-year prison sentence for a 39-year-old Amsterdam man suspected of money laundering and large-scale cocaine trafficking. The investigation began aft...

Police issue nearly 100 fines during IJmond traffic checks, mainly for phone use while driving

Police issued nearly 100 fines during traffic enforcement operations across three locations in the IJmond region on Thursday evening. Most citations were for mobile phone use while driving, and two fo...

Many questions about Bloemendaalseweg design: 'It seems like a massive solution for a small problem'

Residents and business owners have expressed concerns regarding the proposed redesign of the Bloemendaalseweg and Voorbuurt. Many locals question whether the extensive project is an appropriate respon...