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100 hours community service for garbage truck driver in fatal accident involving American woman

A garbage truck driver has been sentenced to 100 hours of community service following a fatal accident in Amsterdam that killed 69-year-old Cindy Charles. The court ruled the driver was responsible for the collision on the Passeerdersgracht because he failed to see the pedestrian while driving against the flow of traffic. The victim, a prominent figure in the music industry, was in the city to speak at the Amsterdam Dance Event.

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

Coos Huijsen, the first openly gay member of the Dutch parliament, has died at the age of 87. He is remembered for his advocacy work regarding Article 1 of the Constitution and his lifelong commitment to LGBTQ+ emancipation.

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.

Musical Mamma Mia! coming to Amsterdam in English-language production next year

The hit West End musical Mamma Mia! will bring its international English-language tour to Amsterdam next February. Produced by Björn Ulvaeus, the production follows a bride-to-be on a Greek island searching for her father while featuring the music of ABBA.

Judi Dench regrets role in Cats film adaptation: 'What a waste'

Judi Dench has voiced her regret regarding her role in the critically panned 2019 film adaptation of Cats, calling it a waste of talent. As the film prepares for a new stage production debut at the Koninklijk Theater Carré in Amsterdam, Dench reflects that the movie's failure was likely due to poor execution rather than bad intentions.

Upside Down singer Jack Johnson to play Ziggo Dome next year

Singer-songwriter Jack Johnson will perform at the Ziggo Dome in Amsterdam next year accompanied by Donavon Frankenreiter and G. Love. Tickets for the concert, which is part of a larger European tour, go on sale this Friday at 11:00 AM.