Sonja Barend (1940-2026) was the queen of talk shows who always put her guests at ease first

Review My uncle secretly eats lubricating oil: A carefree fantasy story with well-timed cliffhangers

Mijn oom eet stiekem smeerolie is an imaginative children's book by Goldewijk about a girl named Lili who stays with her bizarre and mysterious Uncle Philips. The story balances lighthearted fantasy with a touch of suspense, offering young readers themes of courage and curiosity through well-timed cliffhangers.

Michael Cunningham’s Day: small masterclasses in the art of storytelling, in a book that never deliberately lies to the reader

Author Michael Cunningham explores his personal history and literary craft in his new book, Het onzegbare, which combines memoir with advice on writing. The book features candid anecdotes about his youth and identity, interwoven with reflections on the struggles and techniques of becoming a professional writer.

The making of an ideal, submissive wife was not for her: how Kee Groot championed women's suffrage

Cornelia Groot, a pioneering Dutch feminist from Hoorn, played a vital role in the movement for women's suffrage through her activism and engaging public performances as the character Marijtje. Her efforts to advance women's rights and provide social opportunities for young girls helped lay the groundwork for gender equality in the Netherlands.

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Floortje Dessing (56) travels again after illness: I wanted to shout it from the rooftops: guys, wake up, this is all going wrong!

Dutch television presenter Floortje Dessing has returned to traveling for her new series after facing serious health challenges. The upcoming program focuses on examining the complex relationship humanity has with the world's oceans.