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Judge definitively axes house festival: "This is the death blow for us"

A Dutch judge has upheld the cancellation of the "Music On" house festival in Amsterdam after the municipality revoked its permit just one hour before the event was set to begin. The decision followed safety concerns raised by the environmental service regarding the construction of a large tent on the festival grounds. The festival organizer described the ruling as a devastating blow, marking the first such incident in his thirty-year career.

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'As a victim, you are left with your trauma even after the bruises fade', Edam photographer Leen Fleuriot raises awareness for violence against women

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.

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’

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.

Milieudefensie figurehead wants to change Tata from within: is that possible?

Donald Pols, the director of Milieudefensie, is transitioning to a role at Tata Steel to attempt to reform the company's environmental practices from within. This career move has sparked a national debate on the effectiveness of climate activism inside industrial corporations, featuring perspectives from others who have made similar transitions.

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.