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New NH podcast about the National Monument on Dam Square: "A piece of scenery in a busy city"

A new episode of the podcast series 'Windstreken' explores the history and cultural significance of the National Monument on the Dam in Amsterdam, marking 70 years since its unveiling. The episode fea...

Shibuya karaoke bar reopens this weekend, three years after forced closure

Karaoke bar Shibuya in Haarlem is set to reopen this weekend after being closed for nearly three years. Under new ownership, the establishment maintains its original appearance and atmosphere.

A climbing wall on the Dorpsweide? Vera (26) and Emma (34) are transforming Wijk aan Zee into a Sports Village

Vera Siersema and Emma Fabri are organizing the Sportdorp event on May 17 at the Dorpsweide in Wijk aan Zee. The event features a wide range of activities, including a climbing wall and wheelchair dan...

Strand van Oranje festival in IJmuiden cancelled; may return next year

The Strand van Oranje festival scheduled for September 5 in IJmuiden has been cancelled by organizer UDC. The decision to skip a year follows flooding issues on the beach encountered during the previo...

Defne (28) relies on her microcar but must take an 'absurdly long detour' after being banned from the ferry

Michelin-starred chef Nick Bril will not appeal conviction

Dutch chef Nick Bril has decided not to appeal his suspended prison sentence following an accident that left his assistant, Joe Claridge, seriously injured. The conviction is now final, as the Public ...

Public Prosecution Service gives away stolen goods: "Shops often don't put them back"

The Dutch Public Prosecution Service donated seized stolen goods, including toiletries and cutlery, to Stichting Moederskracht in Amsterdam Nieuw-West. Retailers often refuse to take back recovered it...

Weekend tips: things to do in Haarlem (May 1-3)

Haarlem offers a variety of activities for the weekend of May 1st through 3rd to help locals recover from King's Day festivities. The article provides a curated list of event recommendations to keep r...

Brightly dressed group walks the Colour Walk in Amsterdam: ‘I want to bring more color and positivity to the city’

New chapter for anniversary butchery Chateaubriand in Heemstede: Eijmert Teekens (28) is the fourth generation to lead the family business

Twenty-eight-year-old Eijmert Teekens has taken over as the fourth-generation leader of the family-owned butcher shop Chateaubriand in Heemstede. He aims to modernize the business by integrating hospi...

Candlelight tribute for Vissenloop & Run as extra moment of remembrance: ‘It was suggested he should not be forgotten’

Marlon van Leeuwen has launched a candle fundraising campaign for KWF Kankerbestrijding ahead of the Vissenloop & Run event in late May. The candles are sold as a tribute to those affected by cancer, ...

Former presenter Hans van Willigenburg (83) returns: ‘I wanted to do this before I die’

Inflation barely rises: a relief, but it's the calm before the storm

Inflation in April remained nearly unchanged compared to March, defying fears that high energy prices would drive rates significantly higher. Experts caution that this stability may be short-lived, as...

Summer weather is not yet swimming weather, warns Rescue Brigade: Risk of cold shock is too high

The Dutch Rescue Brigade is warning people not to swim in the sea or recreational lakes despite the warm weather forecast for Friday. Water temperatures are currently well below the safe limit of 15 d...

Neurologist Maaike van der Plas feels increasingly at home: ‘From marginal to reasonable, and that’s quite something’

Neurologist Maaike van der Plas reports feeling increasingly more in control of her daily professional responsibilities after several months in her current role. She describes her current management o...

Paying domestic help during illness is mandatory, but almost no one does it

Domestic workers in private households often do not receive sick pay despite it being a legal requirement. The CNV trade union notes that most employers are simply unaware of the rules regarding their...

Juicy news for bubble tea lovers: CoCo Bubble Tea opens a new location in Amsterdamse Poort

Faiza Bellai is opening a new branch of the Taiwanese chain CoCo Bubble Tea in the Amsterdamse Poort shopping center. This expansion reflects the ongoing popularity of the beverage in Amsterdam and ad...

Olivia Rodrigo to perform twice at Ziggo Dome next year

Olivia Rodrigo will perform two concerts at the Ziggo Dome in Amsterdam on March 23 and 24 as part of her Unraveled Tour. Special guest Grace Ives will join her for these performances scheduled for ne...

Nearly 10km tailbacks on A5 towards Amsterdam after Coentunnel accident, 45-minute delay

An accident in the Coentunnel has resulted in a nearly 10-kilometer traffic jam on the A5 motorway toward Amsterdam, causing delays of approximately 45 minutes. Additional congestion is reported betwe...

Juliana van Stolberg school undergoing major renovation: part of the roof removed

The Juliana van Stolberg School in Castricum is currently undergoing extensive renovations, which include the removal of a significant portion of its roof. The construction site currently features a l...

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Setting up Bevrijdingspop under a clear blue sky

Preparations for the Bevrijdingspop festival are currently underway as workers set up stages under clear blue skies. The event is a popular music and freedom celebration held annually on Liberation Da...

A look inside Vishandel Tel in IJmuiden: ‘Certain fish species you should just stay away from’

The article provides a look inside Vishandel Tel, a clean and fresh fishmonger located in the harbor of IJmuiden. It contrasts the shop's interior with the gloomy appearance of the surrounding port ar...

No, it’s not that nobody wants to row with Roos de Jong anymore; Haarlem athlete switches to skiff before focus returns to home World Championships

Haarlem-based rower Roos de Jong will compete in the skiff category at the upcoming World Cup in Seville before returning to the double sculls. Her main objective for the season is the World Champions...

World of Dinos at former Casino Zandvoort for next two years. ‘Learn what life was like more than two hundred million years ago’

The 'World of Dinos' interactive exhibition has opened in the former Casino in Zandvoort, where it will remain for the next two years. The educational display features detailed, life-size models of pr...

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Petrol more expensive than ever: over 2.60 euros per liter

The national recommended price for a liter of Euro95 gasoline in the Netherlands has reached a record high, exceeding 2.60 euros for the first time. According to the consumer collective UnitedConsumer...

Take a tour during National Mill Day 2026 in Uitgeest and Akersloot; sails will turn if there is enough wind

Several historic mills in Uitgeest and Akersloot, including De Kat and De Oude Knegt, will be open to the public for National Mill Day 2026. Visitors can tour the various sites and observe the sails i...

Mascha has ME, but hardly anyone knows what it is: "In bed all day, it makes you desperate"

An exhibition at Treehouse on the NDSM-terrein in Amsterdam showcases the work of artists living with Myalgic Encephalomyelitis (ME) to raise awareness about the chronic systemic disease. Participants...

Part of Hagelingerweg in Santpoort-Noord closed May 4 for paving

A section of Hagelingerweg in Santpoort-Noord will be closed for resurfacing on Monday, May 4. The road will be inaccessible between Dekamarkt and café De Wildeman from 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM while a new...