New Zealand pop artist Lorde revealed that her recording contract with Universal Music expired last year, leaving her currently without a label. While she has not ruled out signing a new deal in the future, she stated that she is enjoying her independence and starting with a clean slate.
Court reporter Saskia Belleman is transitioning to the talk show Pauw & De Wit following the conclusion of RTL Tonight. A spokesperson for BNNVARA confirmed the move after initial reports by media expert Tina Nijkamp.
Journalists Robert van de Griend and Anneke Stoffelen have won the 2025 Brusseprijs for their book De ijsprofeet, a critical biography of wellness guru Wim Hof. The award recognizes the work as the best journalistic book of the year.
A permanent 'Standing with Giants' monument has been unveiled at the beach entrance in Castricum to commemorate seven crew members who died in May 1943 during World War II. The iron silhouettes are intended to ensure that the sacrifice of these men, who lost their lives while returning home, is no longer overlooked by those visiting the area.
The Zonnepark WinterZon project in Uitgeest is now allowing individuals living outside the municipality to purchase the remaining 670 participation shares at 250 euros each. This decision by DUEC.nl and Kennemer Wind aims to complete the funding for the private solar initiative.