Amsterdam

  • The softer side of S/M

    In his new collection of stories, Stephen Elliott examines his experiences with torture and love through admirably clear eyes.
    By Donna Minkowitz November 29, 2006

  • "Murder in Amsterdam"

    Ian Buruma's riveting account of the killing of Dutch filmmaker Theo van Gogh by a Muslim extremist shows how a clash between European Enlightenment values and Muslim fundamentalism is ripping Dutch society apart.
    By Matt Steinglass September 27, 2006

  • The silencing of Theo van Gogh

    The Dutch filmmaker believed that insulting people was his right as a free citizen. The Muslim fanatic who slaughtered him didn't agree.
    By Ronald Rovers November 24, 2004

  • Teenagers storm red-light district

    Sixty Scottish schoolkids in kilts get lost in Amsterdam; seeking monuments, they find half-naked whores.
    By Jack Boulware April 18, 2000

  • Going Dutch

    Can America learn from the Netherlands' drug policy of tolerance and ambiguity?
    By David Downie March 13, 2000

  • A short guide to Curagao

    Our roving connoisseur explores the Caribbean island's history and highlights.
    By Burt Wolf February 17, 2000

  • Drunken airline pilot detained before flying plane

    Amsterdam authorities find captain's blood-alcohol level four times the legal driving limit.
    By J.A. Getzlaff January 26, 2000

  • The post-mile-high club

    In Holland, a brothel chain proposes an enterprising new use for airport space.
    By J.A. Getzlaff January 13, 2000

  • Amsterdam

    Craig Seligman reviews 'Amsterdam' by Ian McEwan
    By Craig Seligman December 9, 1998

  • Making book on the Booker

    Snide critics, side bets, broadcasts of unphotogenic writers hacking away at duck -- the Booker Prize ceremony may not be the Oscars, but it's as British as all get-out.
    By Sylvia Brownrigg October 29, 1998

  • Oh when the gays come dancing in

    Rebecca Bryant reports on the physical -- and emotional -- revelations of Gay Games V in Amsterdam.
    By Rebecca Bryant August 21, 1998

  • The view from Europe

    Salon correspondents in Amsterdam, Paris and Munich report on the local reaction to President Clinton's speech.
    August 19, 1998

  • Insider's guide to Amsterdam

    David Downie reveals the best places to eat, stay and play in the Netherlands' most vibrant city.
    By David Downie March 23, 1998
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