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Public Prosecution Service halts investigation into falling block that broke Sabine's neck: "Slap in the face"

The Public Prosecution Service has halted the investigation into an incident where a woman broke her neck after being struck by a falling piece of foam furniture in Amsterdam. Despite police and detective efforts, investigators could not identify the person responsible for the object falling from a height, leaving the victim without legal accountability or compensation for her ongoing medical recovery.

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Former swimmer Kira Toussaint on track for first marathon medal

Former champion swimmer Kira Toussaint is transitioning to long-distance running and will participate in the Amsterdam Marathon on October 18. After a decorated swimming career, Toussaint turned to the marathon as a new major challenge to fuel her competitive drive.

Chatterbox Roderik connects people with each other

Roderik Schaepman has launched the Week of the Conversation, an initiative aimed at encouraging social interaction to combat loneliness and declining communication skills. By setting up designated spaces at locations like the Haarlem train station, he encourages people to overcome social hesitation through simple steps like greeting and complimenting strangers.

Veilig Thuis Amsterdam sounds the alarm: 'We sometimes cannot investigate neglect or structural violence in time'

Veilig Thuis Amsterdam has issued an urgent warning that severe staffing shortages and a rise in abuse reports are hindering its ability to investigate cases of neglect and violence promptly. The organization fears that these constraints could cause critical delays, leaving vulnerable individuals in ongoing dangerous situations.

No new snack bars near schools? Amsterdam looks for legal ways to limit unhealthy food options

Amsterdam is attempting to legally restrict new unhealthy food outlets, especially near schools, by testing the boundaries of current environmental laws in court. The city hopes this pilot case will either empower local authorities to act now or provide the necessary evidence to pressure the national government into finalizing a new Food Act.

Municipality to open its own healthy restaurant to combat excess of fast food outlets

The Amsterdam municipal government plans to open and then deny a permit for its own unhealthy restaurant to test legal limits regarding health-based zoning. By taking the matter to court, officials aim to establish a precedent that would allow the city to restrict new fast-food establishments in the future.