Following the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks in New York, the city of Amsterdam was plunged into shock as the events dominated news and public life. The aftermath saw the cancellation of local events and triggered an intense national debate regarding Islam.
Based on reporting by parool. Translated and condensed by LocalHeadlines.
Prince Harry has stated his intention to reconcile with his family, emphasizing the need to move past personal conflicts given the current state of the world. After previously moving to California, Harry has returned to the United Kingdom and is seeking to mend strained relationships with his father and brother.
Women's rights organizations are planning a vigil and protest march in Amsterdam to honor 29-year-old Hajar, whose body was recently found in a suitcase. The organizers hope to address concerns regarding the limited public response to her death and advocate for increased safety for women in the city.
Recent protests in France have sparked a fragmented online discourse, with social media filled with conflicting footage of both violent looting and peaceful demonstrations. Political leaders are actively using these contrasting images on platforms like Instagram to push competing narratives about the state of the nation.
Christiane Amanpour is leaving CNN after a 43-year career to pursue new projects while maintaining her focus on independent journalism. The journalist earned international acclaim for her reporting in conflict zones and for hosting her namesake interview program since 2009.
Nineteen percent of Amsterdam residents reported experiencing discrimination in 2024 and 2025, a slight increase from 2023. The rise is particularly evident among Jewish and Turkish residents, with many incidents occurring on the street or online despite a low overall reporting rate.
We would like to use Google Analytics cookies to see how the site is used. They are optional — decline and no cookies are set. Privacy Policy