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Distinguishing between West’s white LEDs and East’s red lights is difficult in the heat of the battle, and Joep’s colorblindness doesn’t help
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Distinguishing between West’s white LEDs and East’s red lights is difficult in the heat of the battle, and Joep’s colorblindness doesn’t help

Ingmar Bruinsma is installing extensive LED strips on the football fields of vv Knollendam to distinguish different sides of the pitch. The use of red and white lights proves challenging for colorblin...

PSV fans remain optimistic after loss to Telstar: 'We'll be champions anyway'
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PSV fans remain optimistic after loss to Telstar: 'We'll be champions anyway'

PSV supporters expressed continued confidence in winning the league title despite a 3-1 defeat against Telstar. Fans leaving the stadium early remained optimistic, noting that the loss would not hinde...

Spot the differences between this Belgian and Dutch gas station
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Spot the differences between this Belgian and Dutch gas station

Dutch gas stations near the border are facing financial hardship as thousands of motorists travel to Belgium daily for cheaper fuel. While Dutch pumps remain empty, queues are forming just a few kilom...

Vehicle in water at Leidsevaart in Bennebroek, bystander rushes to help
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Vehicle in water at Leidsevaart in Bennebroek, bystander rushes to help

A vehicle ended up in the water at the Leidsevaart in Bennebroek on Sunday evening around 6:50 PM. Emergency services responded to the scene and categorized the incident as a medium water accident.

Car ends up underwater in Bennebroek
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Car ends up underwater in Bennebroek

A car ended up completely submerged in the water in Bennebroek on Wednesday evening, prompting bystanders to jump in and rescue the driver. The victim was reported to be in stable condition after bein...

Duinwijck win national badminton title after nerve-wracking final against Almere
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Duinwijck win national badminton title after nerve-wracking final against Almere

Duinwijck secured their 29th national badminton title after a narrow victory against Almere in the Eredivisie finals. Following a 4-4 tie, the duo of Debora Jille and Alyssa Tirtosentono won the decis...

High tea among 25 alpacas in Beverwijk: Does it go well? Woolly animals ignore sandwiches and cake: 'They even leave the crumbs'
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High tea among 25 alpacas in Beverwijk: Does it go well? Woolly animals ignore sandwiches and cake: 'They even leave the crumbs'

Sisters Sylvie and Loïse van den Heuvel host popular high tea events featuring 25 alpacas at their family business in Beverwijk. The venture is expanding to offer children's parties and specialized s...

Jeroen (54) has chronic liver disease and received a new liver: 'The worst part of all is the loss of control'
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Jeroen (54) has chronic liver disease and received a new liver: 'The worst part of all is the loss of control'

Haarlem-based historian and journalist Jeroen van der Kris has authored a book titled 'Het aanbod' about his experiences living with a chronic liver condition and undergoing a transplant. The book exa...

Dozens protest for Iran at US consulate on Museumplein: We don't want your war
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Dozens protest for Iran at US consulate on Museumplein: We don't want your war

Dozens of protesters gathered at the US Consulate on Museumplein and at Dam Square in Amsterdam to demonstrate against US and Israeli military involvement in the Middle East. Participants called for a...

What an upset! Telstar embarrasses leaders PSV for the second time this season
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What an upset! Telstar embarrasses leaders PSV for the second time this season

Telstar achieved a major upset by defeating league leaders PSV 3-1, capitalizing on a red card for PSV's Anass Salah-Eddine. This defeat prevents PSV from securing the championship title in their upco...

Telstar stuns PSV again: White Lions beat league leaders for the second time
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Telstar stuns PSV again: White Lions beat league leaders for the second time

Telstar secured a significant 3-1 victory at home against league leaders PSV in the Eredivisie. This is the second time this season the Velsen-based team has defeated PSV, following an earlier 2-0 win...

Bloemendaal men come out on top while women's team suffers heavy defeat in Utrecht
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Bloemendaal men come out on top while women's team suffers heavy defeat in Utrecht

The Bloemendaal men's field hockey team secured a 5-3 victory over Kampong in Utrecht, maintaining their position in the play-off race with their ninth win of the season. In contrast, the Bloemendaal ...

Blow for theaters: Intermission beer and wine subject to high VAT rate
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Blow for theaters: Intermission beer and wine subject to high VAT rate

The Dutch Supreme Court has ruled that theaters must pay the standard high VAT rate on alcoholic beverages served during intermissions rather than the lower rate. This decision affects all theaters th...

HBC wins with an hour of good football and help from the crossbar
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HBC wins with an hour of good football and help from the crossbar

HBC secured a home victory against SJC after a strong performance during the first hour of play. Despite a late surge from the visitors, manager Jasper Ketting's side held on to claim the full three p...

Grannies of Amsterdam gets third season
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Grannies of Amsterdam gets third season

The reality series De Grannies van Amsterdam has been renewed for a third season, which is scheduled to premiere on NPO Start later this year. Cast members Joanita, Tonneke, Mug, and Lorraine announce...

Reigers settle for draw in derby against HBS. 'The men know each other inside out'
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Reigers settle for draw in derby against HBS. 'The men know each other inside out'

The regional derby between field hockey clubs Reigers and HBS ended in a high-scoring 4-4 draw. Both teams saw little movement in the league standings following the result.

Injury to Ajax defender Tomiyasu not as bad as feared
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Injury to Ajax defender Tomiyasu not as bad as feared

Ajax defender Takehiro Tomiyasu's injury sustained during the match against Feyenoord is less severe than initially feared. Manager Óscar García expects Tomiyasu to be available for the Japanese nat...

Najib Amhali filming at jeweler in IJmuiden: ‘A bit of a stir every now and then is nice’
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Najib Amhali filming at jeweler in IJmuiden: ‘A bit of a stir every now and then is nice’

Actor and comedian Najib Amhali was in IJmuiden on Sunday to film scenes for an upcoming cinema movie at Juwelier Ris. The production at the Marktplein drew significant attention, providing a lively c...

LIVE Eredivisie | Ricardo Pepi fails to put PSV ahead, Telstar captain keeps his team in the game
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LIVE Eredivisie | Ricardo Pepi fails to put PSV ahead, Telstar captain keeps his team in the game

PSV is facing Telstar in an Eredivisie match, looking to avenge a previous loss against the team earlier this year. While PSV's Ricardo Pepi missed an opportunity to take the lead, Telstar's captain h...

Feyenoord and Ajax draw in De Kuip
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Feyenoord and Ajax draw in De Kuip

Feyenoord and Ajax played to a 1-1 draw during their match at the De Kuip stadium. The game ended without a winner as both teams managed to score one goal each.

Feyenoord maintain five-point lead over Ajax after late penalty in lackluster Klassieker
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Feyenoord maintain five-point lead over Ajax after late penalty in lackluster Klassieker

The 201st edition of the Klassieker between Ajax and Feyenoord ended in a 1-1 draw. This result allows Feyenoord to maintain a five-point lead over Ajax in the league standings.

HBS women not dangerous enough against Leonidas. 'It’s a bitter way for it to go, with the penalty stroke against us'
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HBS women not dangerous enough against Leonidas. 'It’s a bitter way for it to go, with the penalty stroke against us'

The HBS women's hockey team drew 2-2 against Leonidas after leading twice during an away match. Coach Wiegert de Regt noted that the team lacked the clinical edge and aggression needed to secure a thi...

Telstar with Hetli instead of Thorisson against PSV. Icelander injured for clash against Eindhoven side
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Telstar with Hetli instead of Thorisson against PSV. Icelander injured for clash against Eindhoven side

Telstar will feature Soufiane Hetli in attack for Sunday's match against PSV, as he replaces the injured Nokkvi Thorisson. Manager Anthony Correia will also be without midfielders Nils Rossen and Joch...

LIVE Eredivisie | Moder equalizes for Feyenoord against Ajax from penalty after clumsy Fitz-Jim foul
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LIVE Eredivisie | Moder equalizes for Feyenoord against Ajax from penalty after clumsy Fitz-Jim foul

Feyenoord and Ajax are currently tied 1-1 during the final stages of their Eredivisie match at De Kuip. Jakub Moder scored the equalizer for Feyenoord from a penalty kick following a foul by Ajax play...

ESPN apologizes after showing commercial break during Feyenoord-Ajax
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ESPN apologizes after showing commercial break during Feyenoord-Ajax

Sports broadcaster ESPN has apologized for airing an accidental commercial break during the high-profile Eredivisie match between Feyenoord and Ajax. The network stated that the incident was the resul...

Childcare 'discount' not yet enticing parents to work
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Childcare 'discount' not yet enticing parents to work

The Dutch government is significantly increasing childcare subsidies ahead of a transition to nearly free childcare in 2029. Despite expectations that these financial incentives would encourage parent...

Large meningococcal outbreak in England no reason for panic in the Netherlands
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Large meningococcal outbreak in England no reason for panic in the Netherlands

A meningococcal outbreak in the United Kingdom has caused concern after the deaths of two young people, leading to long queues for vaccinations. Experts state there is currently no reason for panic in...

LIVE Eredivisie | Second half underway at De Kuip, Ueda heads just wide
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LIVE Eredivisie | Second half underway at De Kuip, Ueda heads just wide

The second half of the Dutch Eredivisie match between Feyenoord and Ajax, known as 'De Klassieker,' is underway at the Kuip stadium. The first half remained relatively quiet with few scoring opportuni...

LIVE Eredivisie | Steur puts Ajax ahead in De Klassieker at De Kuip, Sterling replaced by Sauer
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LIVE Eredivisie | Steur puts Ajax ahead in De Klassieker at De Kuip, Sterling replaced by Sauer

During the second half of the Eredivisie match known as 'De Klassieker,' 18-year-old talent Sean Steur scored to give Ajax a 1-0 lead at De Kuip. The match continues as Ajax maintains their advantage ...

Mega MRI scanner to become world's most powerful and detect diseases like dementia much earlier
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Mega MRI scanner to become world's most powerful and detect diseases like dementia much earlier

The world's strongest MRI scanner, featuring a 14 Tesla magnet, is being built in Nijmegen as a joint project between Dutch academic hospitals and universities. This advanced technology aims to detect...