Lance Declemy founded the jazz student association Vivace in Amsterdam to provide a dedicated space for young people to perform and enjoy jazz music. Held at Theater de Richel, the bi-weekly jam sessions have seen high attendance and aim to challenge the stereotype that jazz is only for older generations.
An Amsterdam woman was sentenced to 100 hours of community service for defrauding Marktplaats users of over 2,600 euros through fake studio rentals and non-existent tickets. The court mitigated her punishment due to a mild intellectual disability and evidence suggesting she acted under the direction of an unidentified accomplice.
Joost Eerdmans and the JA21 party have intentionally remained quiet during recent asylum debates to position themselves as a reliable partner for the Dutch government. This strategic silence aims to foster collaboration with the cabinet, though it also carries potential political risks for the right-wing party.
Journalist Dewi van Deurzen reflects on her lifelong experience with mountain hiking in an article for Mezza magazine. She emphasizes the narrow margin between enjoying scenic landscapes and encountering dangerous situations while on the trails.
Dutch actress Lottie Hellingman describes a highway drive where her daughter pressured her to buy a large SUV for their next car. The daughter criticized their temporary small lease vehicle and threatened not to ride in anything she deemed a "shabby little thing."
Photographer Erik Zwiers is presenting an exhibition at the Heemskerk town hall to highlight the positive aspects of modern foster care. The project aims to contrast the history of orphanages with the supportive nature of contemporary foster parenting, emphasizing that every child deserves a loving home.