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Kwaku Summer Festival to end after 2026 edition: ‘Difficult to keep it affordable and accessible’

Drug users (and cockroaches) have occupied apartment where shooting took place for years

An apartment in the Amsterdam Zuidoost district has been ordered closed for three months following a shooting incident last Friday that left one man injured. Local authorities took action due to long-standing reports of drug-related nuisance, severe hygiene issues, and ongoing safety concerns for residents.

Spanish grill restaurant at Zuidas may continue grilling despite complaints from upstairs neighbors

A judge has ruled in favor of a Spanish grill restaurant located in Amsterdam's Zuidas district, allowing it to continue using its charcoal grill. Residents of the building had sued to stop the restaurant from using the grill, claiming it violated safety regulations regarding open fires, but the court found no evidence of an immediate fire safety risk.

Countdown to WorldPride 2026 in Amsterdam

Drag queens celebrate High Heels Hurray, but: 'Let's not pretend it's so much better in Amsterdam'