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Wietske and Ben form a band, but also work in construction and journalism: 'Musicians should take a stand against low rates'

Wietske and Ben form a band, but also work in construction and journalism: 'Musicians should take a stand against low rates'

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.

Celine Cairo: ‘I worked hard for it, but I can make a living from my music’

Celine Cairo: ‘I worked hard for it, but I can make a living from my music’

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.

How prolonged boredom can turn into intense stress: ‘You feel empty and aimless’

How prolonged boredom can turn into intense stress: ‘You feel empty and aimless’

Psychologist Mirela Habibovic explains that a chronic lack of stimuli can lead to significant stress, leaving individuals feeling empty and aimless. She notes that the human body requires a certain level of stimulation to function, making extreme boredom just as taxing as being overstimulated.

Wouter Klootwijk on what modern diners really want: ‘We still think for ourselves occasionally, but a lot is thought for us’

Wouter Klootwijk on what modern diners really want: ‘We still think for ourselves occasionally, but a lot is thought for us’

In his weekly column, Wouter Klootwijk discusses the expectations of modern restaurant guests and how the hospitality industry often makes choices for them. He specifically focuses on the role of mayonnaise and the overall experience of dining out in the current food scene.

Follow the journey of drinking water with the Duin en Dorst podwalk: Waternet releases free interactive walk

Follow the journey of drinking water with the Duin en Dorst podwalk: Waternet releases free interactive walk

Waternet has released a new interactive podwalk titled "Duin en Dorst," which guides walkers through the three-month journey of drinking water. The free audio tour provides educational insights into the water extraction process within the dune region.