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WorldPride Portrait: Ahmad grew up as a stateless refugee and now dances all over the world

Ahmad Joudeh, a former stateless refugee born to Syrian and Palestinian parents, pursued his dream of becoming a professional dancer after arriving in the Netherlands a decade ago with the help of the Dutch National Ballet. Now an international performer, Joudeh credits dance for helping him define his identity while overcoming the struggles of his past.

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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'

Amsterdam resident India Mae Abbas traveled to Scotland to compete in the World Porridge Making Championship held in Carrbridge. Although she did not win the Golden Spurtle trophy, she plans to refine her skills at the Dutch championship and return to the global competition next year.

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.

Exhibition reveals how the former owners of Huis Willet-Holthuysen were deeply involved in the slave trade

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.

The Amsterdam of children's book author Kevin Hassing: 'T's Teabar on the Jan Evertsenstraat is the best place to meet up'

Children's book author and actor Kevin Hassing discusses his favorite local spots in Amsterdam and the ongoing musical tour of his popular series. He highlights his preferred eateries and shops while noting his personal affinity for dachshunds in the city.