Earth & Fire singer and Idols judge Jerney Kaagman (79) has died

Jerney Kaagman, the lead singer of the band Earth & Fire and a former Idols judge, has passed away at the age of 79. She had been suffering from Parkinson's disease for several years.

Jerney Kaagman, the lead singer of the band Earth & Fire and a former Idols judge, has passed away at the age of 79. She had been suffering from Parkinson's disease for several years.

The Public Prosecution Service has demanded a 12-month sentence for a 17-year-old boy accused of causing an explosion at the Atrium office complex on the Zuidas in mid-March. The suspect, whose case was heard behind closed doors due to his age, is also linked to an earlier explosion at a Jewish school in Buitenveldert, with the court scheduled to deliver its verdict on August 20.

Dutch singer and television personality Jerney Kaagman passed away on July 31 due to complications from Parkinson's disease. Colleagues, friends, and former employers have paid tribute to her, highlighting her unique and recognizable voice.

For the first time, an Israeli settler has been charged with reckless homicide in the death of Palestinian journalist Awdah Hathaleen on the West Bank. Hathaleen had contributed to the documentary 'No Other Land' prior to his death.
As WorldPride Amsterdam nears its conclusion, major events continue to attract large crowds. Smaller local initiatives, such as the inclusive red carpet event on the Zeedijk, highlight the ongoing celebrations across the city's neighborhoods.

Singer and actress Barbra Streisand has written her first children's book titled 'And By The Way...'. The picture book is scheduled for release on March 30, 2027.