Borkum island festival concludes peacefully after ending controversial tradition

The Klaasohm festival on Borkum island, Germany, took place peacefully this year after previous criticism over men hitting women with cow's horns. Police reported no assaults during the event on December 5. The festival's organizers announced they would end the controversial practice, which had been part of the tradition. The island's mayor acknowledged a need for change regarding aggressive behavior at the festival. In response to past incidents, police increased their presence at this year's event. Approximately 500 people participated, and authorities confirmed no reports of violence or harm were made by the end of the festival.