Saturday 17 October

Christian rapper Hulvey cancelled his sold-out concert in Amsterdam just an hour before showtime. He cited explicit decor at Club Annie as the reason, arguing the environment was unsuitable for his young audience, and is now working to reschedule the performance. Read more →

Twelve women have come forward with allegations of sexual misconduct against Omid Kahali, the former director of the festival organizer Sona. Following the accusations, Kahali has stepped down from the company, which is responsible for major events like No Art and Wavy. Read more →

The IDFA documentary festival has warned that rising hotel VAT and tourist taxes are threatening Amsterdam's position as a global cultural hub. Director Cees van 't Hullenaar argues these costs are pricing the city out of the competitive market for international events. Read more →

Private rental properties in Amsterdam have plummeted by 18% over the past three years. Landlords are offloading assets in response to stricter rent controls and higher taxes, exacerbating the city's already severe housing crisis for students. Read more →

The seizure of a server belonging to the Italian hosting firm Autistici/Inventati by Dutch authorities, at the request of the United States, has sparked a backlash. Digital rights advocates warn the action sets a dangerous precedent regarding cross-border censorship and legal overreach against entities labeled as terrorists. Read more →