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35-year-old man arrested for assaulting son of Parool columnist Yesim Candan

A 35-year-old man has been arrested for assaulting the minor son of columnist Yesim Candan with a chain lock in South Amsterdam. The attack occurred in a tunnel under the A10 and followed a threatening letter sent to the newspaper Het Parool regarding a column about local soccer aggression. Police identified the suspect using camera footage and witness accounts, though a definitive link to the threat has not yet been established.

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Men march through Amsterdam to protect women, feminist groups ‘irked by the gesture’

Organizers are holding a march in Amsterdam this Saturday intended to advocate for women's safety. Feminist groups have criticized the event, specifically taking issue with the organizers' stated goal of protecting women.

Amsterdam man competes for world porridge title in Scotland: 'Back again next year'

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A rat in Watergraafsmeer that even German television is coming to see

A rat infestation in Amsterdam's Watergraafsmeer district has attracted the attention of German broadcaster ZDF, which is filming a documentary on urban pest control. Municipal health officials visited a local home to assist a resident in sealing off entry points used by a rodent that had been frequenting the property's crawl space.

GVB expands service during ADE with night metro and more ferries

Public transport operator GVB is extending its metro and ferry services during the Amsterdam Dance Event to assist the large influx of visitors. These expanded operating hours, which include overnight services, are intended to improve safety and accessibility for both party-goers and night workers throughout the city.

Rapper cancels concert one hour before start due to 'explicit images' at Melkweg's new club Annie

Christian rapper Hulvey canceled his sold-out concert at Amsterdam's Club Annie just one hour before showtime due to explicit decor he deemed inappropriate for his young fans. The artist is now searching for an alternative venue to reschedule the performance after receiving widespread support for his decision.