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Large section of Amsterdam ring road closed in both directions this weekend

Major sections of the A10 and A4 motorways in Amsterdam will be closed in both directions from Friday evening until Monday morning for the Zuidasdok expansion project. The construction will also halt train services at Amsterdam Zuid station, though metros will continue to run. Travelers are warned to expect delays of 30 to 60 minutes and are encouraged to use alternative transportation.

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Based on reporting by rss. Translated and condensed by LocalHeadlines.

Long wait times at Schiphol due to electronic passport control failure

Schiphol Airport is facing significant passenger delays after a technical failure incapacitated its automated eGate passport control system on Sunday morning. Royal Netherlands Marechaussee officers are currently conducting manual checks as they investigate the cause of the malfunction, which is not believed to be a cyberattack.

Pieter (64) could no longer afford high rent and ended up on the street: I was just surviving

After suffering a series of financial setbacks, 64-year-old Pieter Willems lost his home and was forced to live on the streets. He is now joining a protest in Amsterdam to raise awareness about the worsening housing crisis and the vulnerability of those facing homelessness.

City to grow to 1.08 million residents by 2050, with fewer families and a rapidly aging population

Amsterdam is projected to reach 1.08 million residents by 2050, driven primarily by international migration. However, the city faces challenges from a rapidly aging population and a housing market that makes it increasingly difficult for families and essential workers to find affordable, suitable homes.

End to intake freeze at Levvel, youths with severe issues can once again be admitted in Amsterdam

Care organization Levvel has ended its intake freeze for Amsterdam youth following successful negotiations to secure more beds for those in need of severe residential care. While access has been restored, the municipality is demanding better coordination among providers and has initiated an independent financial audit of Levvel to ensure future stability.

Arrival of East Bridge delayed again, municipality still short at least 170 million euros

The construction of the Oostbrug in Amsterdam faces further delays as the project currently faces a funding shortfall of at least 170 million euros. Technical complexities and rising costs have led to significantly higher budget requirements, with the municipality now seeking additional support from national and regional authorities to finalize the plans by 2027.