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Froukje on the loss of her brother and the urge to please: ‘I find it difficult to bear the grief of others’

Musician Froukje Veenstra discusses her personal journey of self-discovery, the challenges of fame, and the emotional impact of grief in a recent interview with Mezza magazine. She reflects on her experiences with people-pleasing tendencies, the nature of her creative process, and the complexities of working closely with friends.

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"Manosphere is mega scary": men march against violence against women

Around two hundred men held a protest march in Amsterdam to advocate for women's safety and denounce violence against women. The organizers emphasized that men have a collective responsibility to address and prevent such violence through improved dialogue and accountability.

The embroidered softness of René Onclin's existence

Amsterdam-based artist René Onclin captures urban scenes and family photographs by transforming them into intricate embroidery. His work often seeks to add softness to reality, as seen in his current contribution to the High Five exhibition at Loods 6.

Miljuschka Witzenhausen struggles with mental health: 'Sometimes I would rather not exist'

Television presenter Miljuschka Witzenhausen has shared her ongoing struggle with mental health issues, admitting that she sometimes battles feelings of non-existence. By speaking out publicly, she aims to confront the shame surrounding these challenges and encourages others to seek help.

Call: who can help wheelchair user Martijn get to the Ajax match tonight?

A 52-year-old wheelchair-bound Ajax fan named Martijn is urgently looking for an adult volunteer to accompany him to tonight's football match against NEC at the Johan Cruijff Arena. Because of stadium safety rules requiring an escort, he is offering a free ticket to anyone willing to help him with basic assistance during the game.

Nico Dijkshoorn hit by fatbike: 'Was doing 50 kilometers per hour'

Writer Nico Dijkshoorn was struck by a speeding fatbike while walking on the street, leaving him injured and disoriented. The cyclist, who was reportedly traveling at 50 kilometers per hour, reacted with hostility toward the 66-year-old before leaving the scene.