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Ali B withdraws as guest speaker at event following backlash

Rapper Ali B has canceled his appearance as a guest speaker at an event in Vinkeveen following public controversy. The organization Missing Pieces has announced that the event, which would have marked his first public appearance in years, has been postponed.

EU approves major acquisition of Warner Bros. by Paramount

The European Commission has conditionally approved the acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery by Paramount. Both companies have agreed to comply with the set conditions to proceed with the merger.

Spanish grill restaurant at Zuidas may continue grilling despite complaints from upstairs neighbors

A judge has ruled in favor of a Spanish grill restaurant located in Amsterdam's Zuidas district, allowing it to continue using its charcoal grill. Residents of the building had sued to stop the restaurant from using the grill, claiming it violated safety regulations regarding open fires, but the court found no evidence of an immediate fire safety risk.

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Louvre section reopens after million-dollar heist, but without crown jewels

The Galerie d’Apollon in the Louvre has reopened to the public following a major jewelry theft last October. Remaining items from the Napoleonic collection have been moved to a more secure area within the museum.