Starting August 31, Amsterdam will begin a two-month trial to narrow the Weesperstraat to one lane per direction. Additionally, the maximum speed limit will be reduced to 30 km/h starting September 14 to monitor traffic flow and gather feedback before finalizing long-term designs.
The city of Amsterdam is launching a campaign encouraging students to speak up when they witness sexually inappropriate comments or jokes. The initiative aims to promote a safer environment by empowering individuals to address harassment.
British singer-songwriter Passenger will perform at AFAS Live in Amsterdam on March 21. The concert is part of a tour promoting his new album, Wild Love.
The second edition of the South East Jazz Festival is taking place in Amsterdam-Zuidoost, showcasing a diverse range of musical styles and local talent. Attendees and organizers highlight the event as a celebration of the community's creative potential and cultural diversity.
Students in Amsterdam are collecting old and broken electronic devices from August 31 to September 23. Residents can register their items online to have them picked up by the students.
Actor Mark Ruffalo has publicly criticized Paramount Skydance for accusing him of antisemitism. Ruffalo described the allegations as horrific and completely unfair.