On July 30, 1650, a military force attempted to seize Amsterdam during an early morning raid. The operation failed, resulting in a significant military setback for the attackers.
Based on reporting by amsterdam. Translated and condensed by LocalHeadlines.
An exhibition at Museum Huis Willet-Holthuysen in Amsterdam explores how the residence's 18th-century owners profited from the colonial slave trade. The display details how the city's canal district served as a major center for the plantation economy.
Russian DJ Komarov has been dropped from the Amsterdam Dance Event after a past hateful message directed at a Ukrainian colleague surfaced. While his removal has been confirmed, critics continue to call for further screening of other Russian artists who may have ties to the Kremlin or disputed territories.
A new exhibition at Huis Willet-Holthuysen in Amsterdam explores the historical connections between the canal house and the financing of colonial plantations in Suriname. The project reveals how former residents profited from the slave trade and highlights recently discovered records containing the names of 125 enslaved people.
The Netherlands is returning various historical artifacts, including the diamond of Banjarmasin, to Indonesia following evidence that they were acquired through involuntary loss during the colonial era. The official confirmation of the transfer took place in Amsterdam, with the objects expected to return to Indonesia early next year.
A large fire broke out in the parking garage of the Olympic Stadium in Amsterdam early this morning, prompting a massive emergency response. Authorities are advising local residents to keep windows and doors closed due to smoke while the status regarding potential injuries remains unclear.
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