Rapper Ali B has been sentenced to three years in prison on appeal for rape, but his legal team is now taking the case to the Dutch Supreme Court. As the sentence is not yet final during the cassation process, the artist remains free to travel abroad.
Edam-based photographer Leen Fleuriot is using analog photography to raise awareness about the lasting trauma of violence against women. Her project aims to highlight the psychological impact on victims through a non-sensationalist visual approach.
Singer-songwriter Celine Cairo discusses her career as an independent artist, noting that she has successfully avoided record labels to retain her earnings. Known for her hit 'Hibernate,' the 35-year-old musician currently lives in Zaanstad and supports herself entirely through her music.
Members of the band Jacht, who reside in Amsterdam and Haarlem, discuss the financial challenges of balancing their music careers with professional work in construction and journalism. They argue that musicians should unite to demand higher pay as industry rates remain unsustainably low.
Koninklijke HFC suffered a 4-0 defeat against Katwijk after holding the home team to a scoreless draw until halftime. Despite the loss, coach Pieter Mulders stated he is not worried about the team's performance.
Bloemendaal concluded their field hockey season with a 1-1 draw against Pinoké in the Amsterdamse Bos. While Pinoké has moved on to the play-offs, Bloemendaal's season came to an end, which the team marked with a celebratory dinner.