Tuesday 27 October

The number of millionaire households in the Netherlands surged to 547,000 early this year, with 37,200 now residing in Amsterdam. This wealth expansion is largely a reflection of a decade-long climb in property values, complicating the city’s struggle with housing affordability. Read more →

Authorities in Amsterdam are struggling with a bizarre and dangerous trend of vandals pushing small cars into the city's historic canals. With this being the fourth such incident reported recently, officials are warning that these submerged vehicles pose significant hazards to local canal boat traffic. Read more →

The Dutch government has proposed a transition scheme to cushion the blow of budget cuts for primary schools in major cities. State Secretary Judith Tielen aims to cap annual funding losses at 3% to prevent potential teacher layoffs across the Netherlands. Read more →

The Transkliniek in Amsterdam remains in limbo despite recent emergency funding from the local government. City council members have now requested an emergency debate to address concerns that current financial support will not secure the facility's long-term housing or operations. Read more →

The 23rd annual Amsterdam Prize for the Arts has honored designer Bas Kosters, singer Naaz, and the collective The Patchwork Family. The municipality used the ceremony to reiterate its commitment to future investment in the city's cultural sector. Read more →