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October 2026

NOS Binnenland · 9 OctTranslated

Judges want to see amendments to surrogacy law, in parallel with adoption scandal

Judges believe that the surrogacy bill should be amended. The law is a step forward, but it does not prevent some major problems, says family judge Annette Olland of the District Court of The Hague to Nieuwsuur . She speaks on behalf of judges in the Netherlands. Every year, thirty to fifty Dutch families have a child with the help of a surrogate mother, but there is no legal regulation for surrogacy.

LC.nl · 9 OctTranslated

Teachers Comenius Mariënburg in Leeuwarden put on the same hoodie en masse on Purple Friday: ’I am on your team’

Teachers from CSG Comenius Mariënburg in Leeuwarden walk in uniform on Friday: with purple sweaters and lilac T-shirts, they carry a broader message: get to know yourself and get to know the other person.

LC.nl · 9 OctTranslated

Leyla from Leeuwarden can make her favourite Iranian dish again through the social food garden. ’Now is the time to harvest’

In the social food garden in the Leeuwarden district of Heechterp-Schieringen, the harvest festival could break loose on Thursday. For Lelya Ghasemi, it means ingredients for her favourite dish. "You can't buy that in the supermarket."

Omroep Leeuwarden · 9 OctTranslated

Record number of participants during EpilepsieLoop in Leeuwarden

A record number of participants will participate in the EpilepsyLoop on Saturday 10 October. The sponsorship run is held at six locations in the Netherlands to raise money for research into better detecting and predicting epileptic seizures. There is also walking in Leeuwarden. The EpilepsyLoop is due for its fifth edition this year.

Omrop Fryslân · 9 OctTranslated

Free concerts in Leeuwarden: more than 40 artists are playing in the city tonight

For beginning artists, the Pop Round is a good opportunity to put themselves in the spotlight. Participants play all over the country at all kinds of locations and gain experience on stage.

NOS Binnenland · 8 OctTranslated

The Hague approves funding for Van Gogh Museum renovation

The Ministry of Education, Culture and Science and the Van Gogh Museum have reached an agreement on funding a necessary renovation. After fifty years of intensive use, the building is in poor condition. Following a long period of uncertainty, this deal finally provides clarity on the museum's future.

Omroep Leeuwarden · 8 OctTranslated

Mata Hari returns to her birthplace for new music theater show

The new music theater production 'Mata Hari Returns' will premiere this Friday at the De Harmonie theater in Leeuwarden. The performance highlights both the well-known history and the lesser-known aspects of the life of Margaretha Zelle, who was born in Leeuwarden.

LC.nl · 8 OctTranslated

Major water spectacle in Leeuwarden; Gaza documentary NAZA delayed in cinemas

A major water spectacle is taking place in Leeuwarden this weekend. Additionally, the Gaza documentary NAZA will not be screened in cinemas around October 7. The culture editors of the Leeuwarder Courant are closely following these and other cultural developments in Friesland.

Omroep Leeuwarden · 8 OctTranslated

UVV Grou volunteers dedicated to supporting the local community

The volunteer organization UVV Grou actively works to support the well-being of residents in Grou and the surrounding area. By connecting people and offering help, these volunteers make a significant contribution to the local community.

NOS Binnenland · 8 OctTranslated

Nobel Prize in Literature and Gouden Televizier-Ring to be awarded today

Today, the winner of the Nobel Prize in Literature will be announced. In addition, the Gouden Televizier-Ring awards ceremony will take place at the Carré theatre. The weather will feature a mix of sunny spells, clouds, and occasional showers, with temperatures reaching up to 16 degrees.