Actor and director Timothy Busfield has pleaded not guilty to charges of child abuse involving a minor. The former *West Wing* star denied the allegations during a court appearance this month according to reports from American media.
Haarlem will mark Remembrance Day on May 4 with ceremonies at several local monuments, including a central service at St. Bavokerk and a silent march to the Dreef. On May 5, the city celebrates Liberation Day with the annual Bevrijdingspop festival, which features a commemorative concert and performances by various national artists. Local traffic measures and road closures will be in effect during these events to accommodate the commemorations and festivities.
King's Day in Amsterdam was quieter and less crowded than the previous year, according to the city municipality. Mayor Femke Halsema's safety measures are credited with ensuring a more orderly celebration on both land and water.
Mobile data traffic across the Netherlands saw a significant increase on King's Day compared to the previous year, according to telecom provider KPN. The surge was driven by users sharing photos and videos, with some regions experiencing data usage up to seven times higher than normal.
Neo-soul singer Erykah Badu delivered a surprise performance at Amsterdam's Westerpark during King's Day celebrations. She appeared during a DJ set by producer The Alchemist outside the nightclub Radio Radio to sing her hit 'Didn't Cha Know'.