The Eurovision Song Contest organization issued a formal warning to the Israeli broadcaster KAN after contestant Noam Bettan violated competition rules. The breach involved Bettan using multiple languages to solicit votes for Israel during the contest.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.