A 35-year-old man dies in an accident on the A9

A 35-year-old man from Alkmaar died in an accident on the A9 on the night of Friday to Saturday. He collided with a truck near Heiloo at around 2.30am, a police spokeswoman said. Emergency services tried to help him, but the victim died instantly from his injuries. Police closed the A9 from Amsterdam to Alkmaar … Read more

‘Homesick’, by Eefje de Visser, is warm and intimate

Eefje de Visser’s career has been wonderful since she won the Dutch Grand Prix in 2009. Each record sounds slightly different and yet completely like Eefje. She made her debut with traditional, somewhat singer-songwriter-like songs on acoustic guitar. From Koek (2011), through the hypnotic Is and the tingling hybrid form of electronics and live instruments … Read more

Former ING Germany CEO to head NIBC

After New Year’s Eve, Jue will replace Paulus de Wilt, who will step down after more than ten years at the head of the investment bank. According to the chairman of the supervisory board, Dick Sluimers, Jue has a proven track record in “creating and growing companies in the financial sector.” NIBC highlights, among other … Read more

The transformation of Fleur Agema, a member of the PVV

FLeur Agema, the PVV’s number two, has undergone a remarkable transformation since taking over as cabinet minister. In terms of word choice, political considerations and debating style, there is a completely new politician, as was clear in the House of Representatives last week. What is most special is the enthusiasm that Minister Agema himself shows … Read more