A twelve-year study testing dexamfetamine as a treatment for crack addiction has been abruptly cancelled by health authorities. Amsterdam's mayor and a city alderman are now calling on the government to intervene and address the situation.
Based on reporting by parool. Translated and condensed by LocalHeadlines.
A 2025 Antenne-monitor study reveals that young adults in Amsterdam are drinking less alcohol while the usage of drugs like 3-MMC and ketamine is increasing. This trend marks a significant shift in the nightlife habits of the younger generation.
The Netherlands is currently experiencing an unseasonable heat wave driven by warm air currents from Southern Europe. Temperatures are set to climb significantly across the country, with some regions reaching nearly 30 degrees before cooling slightly midweek.
The recent exhumation of unidentified remains on Texel has given new hope to two individuals seeking closure for brothers who went missing at sea decades ago. By providing DNA samples, they hope to finally confirm the identities of their long-lost relatives through ongoing forensic investigations.
A coalition of Dutch political parties is advocating for a reform of mental health care funding to better support homeless individuals struggling with drug addiction. Lawmakers argue that the current system fails those with complex needs and are calling on the government to prioritize structural changes and increased housing availability.
A majority of the Dutch parliament supports reforming mental healthcare financing to provide better care for homeless individuals with complex addiction issues. Lawmakers aim to address gaps in the current system that prioritize easy-to-treat patients while failing those with severe needs, following concerns raised by the mayor of Amsterdam regarding public nuisance.
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