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Karen Damen and James Cooke new judges for Got Talent

Karen Damen and James Cooke have been announced as the new judges for the television program *Got Talent*. This update follows the decision to transform the show into a joint production between the Ne...

This North Holland station is a pleasant place to be (and this one isn't)

A recent survey by ProRail and NS identifies Overveen as the most pleasant railway station in North Holland, while Wormerveer received the lowest satisfaction score due to a lack of facilities and rec...

Amsterdam can ban fatbikes in specific areas

The Amsterdam City Council has approved a measure allowing the ban of fatbikes in specific areas where they cause safety issues or public nuisance. A pilot program starting later this year will implem...

Former Prince Andrew released by police but remains suspect in investigation

Former Prince Andrew was released from a Thames Valley police station around 7:00 PM local time following questioning. He remains a suspect in an ongoing investigation into allegations of potential mi...

These men have been building their own miniature train world for fifty years

The NZH model railway hobby club in Haarlem is celebrating its 50th anniversary with public open days scheduled for May 30 and 31. The club has spent decades building an intricate miniature world in a...

Mother celebrates child's first failing grade with apple pie: does it really help against performance pressure?

To combat the high performance pressure faced by modern youth, a mother celebrated her child’s first failing grade with an apple pie. This gesture aims to demonstrate that academic results are not t...

Video | King Charles makes first appearance after Andrew's arrest

Dutch want to live more sustainably, but government misses opportunities

Most Dutch citizens are willing to adopt more sustainable and climate-conscious lifestyles, which could potentially save megatons of CO2 emissions. However, the government is currently missing opportu...

A coffee with Grethe van Geffen (Namens Amsterdammers): "People feel let down"

Grethe van Geffen, leader of the local party Namens Amsterdammers, is campaigning for the municipal elections with proposals to reduce bureaucracy and improve community facilities in areas like IJburg...

Fat bike ban to proceed as PvdA and GroenLinks change course

The Amsterdam city council coalition parties GroenLinks and PvdA have decided to support a proposal granting the municipality the authority to ban fatbikes in busy urban areas. While specific location...

Quartet behind Skatecafé opens Noorderpark Café, where things are a bit more laid-back

The four founders of Amsterdam's Skatecafé have taken over the Noorderpark Café in Amsterdam-Noord, transforming it into a relaxed, family-friendly neighborhood destination. The new owners plan to o...

Parool journalist Stefan Raatgever (44) focuses on the period after coming out in new book: ‘The doubts don’t stop once you come out’

Journalist Stefan Raatgever has released a sequel to his debut novel, focusing on the protagonist's life and challenges in Amsterdam after coming out. The book, *De jongen die de tijd wilde stopzetten...

Keenan had to keep relationship with Jetten secret: It was noticeable that he sneaked out late at night

Nicolás Keenan, an Argentine professional hockey player and fiancé of Dutch politician Rob Jetten, is profiled as the first openly queer player in the Netherlands' top hockey league. The article hig...

Actor Tommy Lee Jones' daughter died of drug overdose

Victoria Jones, the 34-year-old daughter of actor Tommy Lee Jones, died from a cocaine overdose on New Year’s Day. According to court documents, she was found lifeless in a San Francisco hotel room ...

Online friendships are real friendships, youth play In Real Life aims to show parents

The theater production "In Real Life" (IRL) by De Toneelmakerij aims to bridge the generational gap by showing parents that online friendships formed through gaming are genuine and significant. The pl...

Ricky Fishman's wife was run over by a garbage truck: ‘I wrote the driver: if you want my forgiveness, I forgive you’

Ricky Fishman traveled to Amsterdam for the trial of a garbage truck driver who fatally struck his wife, Cindy Charles, in October 2024. The driver faces charges of reckless driving after turning agai...

The older, the stiffer: Expert explains how stretching keeps you flexible and prevents pain

Movement scientist Jo de Ruiter explains how regular stretching can help older adults maintain flexibility and prevent pain as the body naturally stiffens with age. The expert provides guidance on pro...

Halsema lashes out at British police over claim about shared information on Maccabi fans

Amsterdam Mayor Femke Halsema has criticized the West Midlands Police for falsely claiming that their decision to bar Maccabi Tel Aviv fans from an Aston Villa match was based on intelligence provided...

Council members react to polls: "The campaign has begun!"

A recent poll for the Amsterdam municipal elections shows PvdA and GroenLinks competing for the lead, while the VVD faces a decline and local parties struggle to secure seats. City council members rea...

After Henny’s (58) unexpected death, Willem opens her dream shop: ‘In that world she felt safe’

Following the unexpected death of 58-year-old Henny Christophersen, her husband Willem is opening a dollhouse shop in Lochem to honor her memory. Henny, who owned 40 dollhouses, found solace in the mi...

Nabil Aoulad Ayad was addicted and didn't finish school – but then discovered beatboxing

Dutch comedian Nabil Aoulad Ayad is premiering his new show, "Started from the bottom," which chronicles his journey from a troubled youth to a successful entertainer. Despite early struggles with dru...

Children on their mother (90) with dementia: ‘She smelled of urine, but forcing help was not allowed’

Brothers Vincent and Frank Volmer are expressing powerlessness regarding their 90-year-old mother, who suffers from dementia and incontinence but refuses professional help. Despite her deteriorating h...

Coffee with Erik Bobeldijk (1 World 1 Future): "Not living at the expense of our children and grandchildren"

Erik Bobeldijk, a former SP councilor, has launched the new political party "1 Wereld 1 Toekomst" to contest the upcoming municipal elections in Amsterdam. The party focuses on addressing global issue...

Heated Stek Oost debate ends in motion of censure supported only by part of the opposition

Amsterdam city councilors Zita Pels and Rutger Groot Wassink faced an interpellation debate on Wednesday regarding safety concerns at Stek Oost, a housing complex for refugees and young starters. Oppo...

PvdA, GroenLinks and D66 neck-and-neck in poll a month before municipal elections

A recent poll for the Amsterdam municipal elections shows PvdA, GroenLinks, and D66 in a neck-and-neck race, with PvdA currently leading at 17.8% of the projected vote. While the VVD and BIJ1 are expe...

Hugh Hefner's widow wants to stop publication of nude photo collection

NU+ | Boomers tells the story of aging: 'You slowly lose your grip'

The new tragicomic film *Boomers* explores the challenges of aging through the story of its main character, Bob, who begins to lose control over his life. The movie features actors from the baby boome...

Video | Yvonne Coldeweijer announces comeback on Instagram

What Amsterdammers think of Amsterdam's nightlife

An investigation was conducted to understand how residents of Amsterdam experience and value the city's night culture. The study provides insights into the opinions and appreciation of locals regardin...

Vote at the Stopera: heated debate over safety at Stek Oost

The Amsterdam City Council is holding a final debate before the upcoming election recess to address safety concerns at the Stek Oost housing complex following several violent and sexual incidents. Cou...