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Wu-Tang rappers are back in Amsterdam: "What was that one coffeeshop called, De Dampkring?"

Members of the Wu-Tang Clan, including Ghostface Killah and Street Life, held a signing session at the Concerto record store in Amsterdam ahead of their concert at the Ziggo Dome. The rappers met with fans and discussed their experiences in the city as part of their "The Final Chamber" tour, which is expected to be their last. During the visit, they reflected on Amsterdam's unique culture, citing its bike-friendly streets and well-known coffeeshops.

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Based on reporting by rss. Translated and condensed by LocalHeadlines.

Robbie Williams to perform concert in Groningen's Stadspark in July

British singer Robbie Williams will perform a concert at Stadspark in Groningen this July as part of his Live 2027 tour. The setlist will feature his classic hits and new material, with tickets becoming available starting this Thursday.

Photographer Roos Aldershoff captures the layers of the abandoned Walenweeshuis on the Vijzelgracht

Photographer Roos Aldershoff has captured the architectural history and current state of the former Walenweeshuis in Amsterdam through a series of twenty photographs. The historic building, which transitioned from an orphanage to a cultural consulate before entering its current restoration phase, is being showcased at the Keizersgrachtkerk until October 24.

Amsterdam is having a birthday: come celebrate!

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Amsterdammer Coos Huijsen (87), first openly gay MP, dies

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NS to increase train services during ADE weekend, metros to run an hour later

The NS and GVB are expanding public transport services in Amsterdam for the Amsterdam Dance Event, offering increased train, metro, and ferry frequencies. The adjustments include extra stops at Bijlmer Arena and extended operating hours to accommodate festival visitors throughout the weekend.