Environmental organization De Gezonde Stad is shutting down due to unsustainable financial challenges. The group is well-known for projects like the Verjaardagsbos created for Amsterdam's 750th anniversary.
Based on reporting by parool. Translated and condensed by LocalHeadlines.
Business owners and residents in Amsterdam are reporting frequent accidents caused by uneven paving stones on the Reguliersbreestraat. Despite the high traffic and safety risks, local authorities and the transit operator have stated that there are currently no plans for major maintenance.
Amsterdam Mayor Femke Halsema has stated that the city must actively reduce the number of annual tourists to protect local livability and curb negative issues like waste. Although she acknowledges that limiting visitors may negatively affect hospitality revenue, she argues that the environmental and social costs of mass tourism are no longer sustainable.
Founded in 1926 by two Bijenkorf directors, Hema was established to provide affordable consumer goods while prioritizing long-term job security for its employees. The company's supportive culture helped sustain its workforce and business operations throughout the difficult years of the occupation.
Extensive construction on the Linnaeusstraat in Amsterdam is severely limiting customer access to local businesses, causing a sharp decline in revenue for shop owners. Business operators are seeking municipal compensation for their losses while managing ongoing safety and traffic issues near their establishments.
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.
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