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Plan for rainbow crosswalk on Churchillaan causes division instead of connection
A proposal to create a year-round rainbow path on Amsterdam's Churchillaan to support the queer community has caused a local divide. While advocates believe the installation is vital for constant visibility, objectors argue it is excessive and have filed formal complaints against the district's trial permit.
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Around two hundred men held a protest march in Amsterdam to advocate for women's safety and denounce violence against women. The organizers emphasized that men have a collective responsibility to address and prevent such violence through improved dialogue and accountability.
Politics on the Amstel: City hall reorganization falters and striking ban on the way
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Sea lions finally leave Artis after more than 100 years
After more than a century, Artis Zoo in Amsterdam has permanently closed its sea lion exhibit following concerns regarding the size of the enclosure. The three remaining sea lions have been relocated to a larger facility in Singapore, while their former habitat will be repurposed for the zoo's penguins.