Antenne TV Rotterdam is back
Rotterdam – This morning I spoke with Rini Biemans, one of the founders of Antenne TV, who told me that the channel has officially returned — now broadcasting through Open…
Havennieuws Calls for Radical Reduction of Aldermen
Rotterdam – A political leak in Rotterdam has revealed that a minority city executive is set to be formed by PRO, VVD, D66, Volt and the CDA. The scoop was…
Call for Support to Save the Rotterdam Swim
Rotterdam – Stichting Aquarius is calling on residents to help save the Rotterdam Swim, the oldest city swim in Europe. Each year, participants swim 3 km around the Noordereiland to…
UK Intercepts Russian ‘Shadow Fleet’ Tanker in the Channel and the Netherlands does nothing
The Hague – The British military intercepted the oil tanker Smyrtos (IMO 9389100) early Sunday morning, a vessel Western intelligence agencies classify as part of Russia’s so‑called shadow fleet. The…
Poetry International : A Chaotic Festival With Troubling Press Access Issues
Rotterdam — Poetry International returned to the city last weekend, bringing poets from across the globe to Theater Zuidplein, LantarenVenster and Belvédère. Despite its international reputation, this year’s edition was…
De Slegte Opens a New Antiquarian Bookstore in One of Antwerp’s Most Beautiful Hidden Courtyards
Antwerp — A new chapter begins for bibliophiles in the Low Countries. On 13 June 2026, De Slegte unveils its newest antiquarian bookstore at Lange Nieuwstraat 29E, tucked away in…
Scheveningen Flag Day Weekend
Scheveningen – For generations, Vlaggetjesdag has been a defining tradition in Scheveningen, marking the moment when the herring fleet returns to harbour and signalling the start of a lively, musical…