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14-year-old suspect hung explosive in bag on Pizzabakkers door: Approached via Snapchat

A 14-year-old boy has confessed in court to placing an explosive at a Pizzabakkers restaurant in Amsterdam after being recruited via Snapchat. The prosecution has requested a sentence of time already served along with intensive behavioral guidance for the suspect, who was caught red-handed in September last year. Three other suspects have also been arrested as part of the ongoing investigation.

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No hard beats at this ADE party: "A place to truly turn inward"

While the Amsterdam Dance Event is known for high-energy electronic music, the ZERØBPM event at De Thomas offers a quiet alternative centered on ambient music and meditation. The ninety-minute sessions allow attendees to shift their focus inward, providing a reflective break from the intense festival atmosphere.

No hard beats at this ADE party: "A place to truly look within"

During the Amsterdam Dance Event, the ZERØBPM gathering at De Thomas offers a quiet alternative to the city's loud techno scene. The ninety-minute event combines ambient music with meditation to help participants find inner peace and reflection amidst the busy festival week.

19-year-old man injured in Nieuwendijk stabbing, 18-year-old suspect arrested

A 19-year-old man was hospitalized following a stabbing incident on the Nieuwendijk in Amsterdam early this morning. An 18-year-old suspect was subsequently arrested after turning himself in to the police.

Five DJs, including Amsterdam native Job Jobse (36), cancel No Art Festival performance due to ‘personal circumstances’

Five DJs, including Amsterdam's Job Jobse, have canceled their performances at the No Art Festival citing personal reasons. The cancellations come amidst ongoing controversy surrounding Sona, the event organizer, following allegations of misconduct against a former co-owner and previous regulatory violations.

KNMI warns of severe wind gusts: branches may break off

The KNMI has issued a code yellow weather warning for parts of the Netherlands, including North Holland, due to the arrival of storm Boelo. The warning is in effect from Saturday night through Monday morning, with authorities cautioning that full-leafed trees are at risk of snapping in the high winds.