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Tens of thousands of spectators at sun-drenched flower parade Zundert

20 neighborhoods compete for first prize in annual flower parade. Check out photos of their impressive 9-meter high and 19-meter long wagons, created through countless hours of volunteer work despite heat damaging the dahlias.

Sept. 7, 2025, 7:57 p.m.

Depay scores against Lithuania and is now Orange's only all-time top scorer

Memphis Depay shines for the Netherlands, setting records with his impressive goal-scoring in 2021 and reclaiming his spot as top scorer for the current national team in 2025.

Sept. 7, 2025, 7:57 p.m.

Sunny weekend concludes with full lunar eclipse

Enjoy a gorgeous, sunny weekend with high temperatures, ending with a total lunar eclipse tonight. Though the timing is not ideal, many places in the Netherlands will still have a good view. The work week ahead will be a bit more unsettled with some chance of rain, but generally sunny skies and gradually cooler temperatures.

Sept. 7, 2025, 7:57 p.m.

Dutch 3x3 basketball players European champion after win over Azerbaijan

Dutch 3x3 basketball team crowned European champions for second time after dominating final against Azerbaijan. Led by star players Janis Boonstra and Noortje Driessen, the Netherlands continued their undefeated streak throughout the tournament, showcasing their experience in previous finals.

Sept. 7, 2025, 7:57 p.m.

Party for the Animals reinforces new course with Pussy Riot performance

The Party for the Animals stressed at its congress that, despite the division over the new position on defense, it continues to fight for animals, climate, nature and the environment, and called for action against the Trumpian behavior of the governing parties and attention to the situation in Gaza.

Sept. 7, 2025, 7:57 p.m.

Municipalities more often collecting waste paper themselves, associations lose money

Municipalities are increasingly taking over the collection of waste paper and cardboard themselves, duping associations that make money from it. Municipalities are now investigating alternatives and compensation for the affected associations together with the NVRD.