Author Gerbrand Bakker's latest book, 'Boedel,' explores the emotional and practical challenges of handling a parental estate following his mother's death. The work follows siblings as they sort through inherited possessions and reflects on how the value of heirlooms diminishes over successive generations.
Pieter-Jaap Aalbersberg, former Dutch National Coordinator for Security and Counterterrorism, reflects on his career and the personal toll of his high-pressure roles upon his retirement. Having overseen national safety issues like terrorism and the MH17 disaster, he admits to struggling with work-life balance and the transition into retired life.
A proposed ban on snack bars in the new Hart voor Oostpoort district in Haarlem has met with strong public opposition, according to a local newspaper poll. Over 75% of respondents disagree with the political restriction, stating that individuals should have the right to decide whether to visit fast-food establishments.
The article explores the history and mystery behind the unique statue located on the canopy of the Volkshotel on Wibautstraat. This hotel is a well-known landmark in Amsterdam, and the piece aims to uncover the story behind this specific architectural detail.
Writer Jacob Bergsma has published a new book titled 'Olympisch Oranje', adding to his extensive career in sports journalism. The author, who began writing in Leiden, is known for combining sports statistics with the human stories behind the numbers.
An increasing number of five- and six-year-old children in Amsterdam are staying home because schools cannot find suitable placements that provide the necessary specialized support for their developmental needs. Advocacy groups warn that long waiting lists for special education and complex diagnostic procedures are leaving many vulnerable children without access to schooling.