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Traffic jams on narrowed Weesperstraat: "Everything is much slower, you're stuck more often"

Commuters on the Weesperstraat in Amsterdam are experiencing increased traffic congestion and delays due to ongoing preparatory work for a road narrowing project. While some residents welcome the future addition of greenery and reduced noise, others express concern that the current infrastructure cannot support the traffic volume, with a final evaluation of the project expected by the end of the year.

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IJtunnel closed to cyclists, microcars, and pedestrians during 24-hour public transport strike

During a nationwide public transport strike on September 9, ferry services in Amsterdam will be suspended, making Amsterdam-Noord difficult to reach. The city government has decided not to open the IJtunnel to cyclists or pedestrians due to safety concerns, instead advising residents to work from home.

Halsema on H-buurt nuisance: "Option to close drug use room earlier"

Amsterdam Mayor Femke Halsema has stated that the drug consumption facility in the H-buurt area might be closed earlier if ongoing nuisance for local residents persists. Residents report safety concerns including drug waste and homelessness, prompting Halsema to investigate the facility's impact and explore the implementation of smaller, distributed locations across the city.

Halsema on homeless and drug problem: Mental healthcare tends to select for successful patients

Amsterdam Mayor Femke Halsema criticizes the current mental health care (GGZ) financing system, arguing that it encourages institutions to exclude complex patients who then end up homeless on the streets. She warns that this systemic issue, exacerbated by potential budget cuts, leads to increased public nuisance and unsafe conditions, and she urges the national government to reform the funding model.

Polarsteps photos and locations exposed: journalists accessed data of 23 million users

The travel application Polarsteps experienced a security vulnerability that exposed the photos and location data of 23 million users. According to an investigation by Follow the Money, the Amsterdam-based company was aware of the data exposure for at least six months.

Dozens living illegally on boats in Erasmusgracht without water or electricity

Approximately thirty people are living illegally on boats along the Erasmusgracht in Amsterdam, often in poor conditions without electricity or running water. The municipality is currently investigating reports of illegal boat rentals and potential exploitation while seeking a solution to address both the public nuisance and the lack of housing for the residents.