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Fewer intercity trains around Leiden and no sprinters between Haarlem and Leiden due to switch failure [update]
A switch failure is disrupting train services on Monday morning, resulting in fewer intercity trains between Leiden, The Hague, and Amsterdam. Additionally, sprinter services between Haarlem and Leide...
Two explosions at apartments in Geuzenveld, police investigate possible link
Two apartment buildings were targeted by explosions in the Geuzenveld neighborhood of Amsterdam during the night. Police are currently investigating both incidents and considering a potential link bet...
Traffic in North Holland on Monday, July 6: A7 between Hoorn and Abbekerk closed after accident, tunnel malfunction disrupts train traffic
A traffic accident caused the closure of the A7 highway between Hoorn and Abbekerk on Monday morning. Additionally, a tunnel malfunction has disrupted train services between Amsterdam Sloterdijk and Z...
New walking route through the city center honors pioneers of LGBTQ+ emancipation
A new walking route called the Walk of Pride has been installed in Amsterdam, featuring 52 bronze tiles that honor pioneers of the LGBTQ+ movement. The route serves as a permanent tribute to those who...
Man injured in stabbing in Amsterdam
A 38-year-old man was injured in a stabbing incident on Maria Austriastraat in Amsterdam during the night between Sunday and Monday. Local police reported the event and are currently investigating the...
Vunzige Deuntjes festival stands on its own again: "We still exist because we didn't give up"
The urban festival Vunzige Deuntjes successfully held its first edition as an independent event in the Amsterdamse Bos after managing to buy itself back from parent company Superstruct. Despite previo...
Vunzige Deuntjes festival stands on its own again: "We still exist because we never gave up"
The urban festival Vunzige Deuntjes successfully held its first independent edition in the Amsterdamse Bos after the organization bought itself back from parent company Superstruct. Despite uncertaint...
Ecologists see rare plants return to Amsterdam Water Supply Dunes after reduced fallow deer grazing: 'Some plants we haven't seen in years were still hidden in the soil'
Researchers from the University of Amsterdam observed that reducing fallow deer grazing in the Amsterdamse Waterleidingduinen has allowed rare plant species to reappear. The study highlights that spec...
Author Marjan Berk passes away at age 93
Author and columnist Marjan Berk has passed away in Amsterdam at the age of 93. Throughout her prolific career, she was known for her work in cabaret, television, and as a writer of numerous books and...
Call for a free joke: De Kleine Komedie launches the Fun Line
De Kleine Komedie theater in Amsterdam has launched the 'Geinlijn,' a free phone service where callers can listen to jokes told by famous Dutch comedians. Inspired by a 1970s initiative by Max Tailleu...
Call for a free joke: De Kleine Komedie opens the Fun Line
The Amsterdam-based theater De Kleine Komedie has launched a temporary telephone service called the Geinlijn, where callers can listen to jokes told by famous Dutch comedians. Inspired by a similar in...
Cyclist injured in collision with car in Sloterdijk
A cyclist was injured following a collision with a car on Daveren street in the Sloterdijk area of Amsterdam on Tuesday morning. Emergency services transported the victim to the hospital, and police h...
Man arrested for abusing his own dog
Police in Amsterdam arrested a man after witnessing him physically abusing his dog. The animal was seized and taken to a shelter due to concerns regarding both the abuse and the poor living conditions...
News overview: Solange's favorites, Keti Koti and info on World Pride
This news overview highlights the latest events and cultural happenings taking place in Amsterdam. Key topics covered include Solange's favorites, Keti Koti celebrations, and information regarding Wor...
Three injured in collision amid celebrating Morocco fans
Three men were hospitalized following a collision between a stolen motorscooter and a fatbike on the Slotermeerlaan in Amsterdam during celebrations for Morocco's World Cup victory. The 18-year-old sc...
Coornhert headmaster becomes rector in Amsterdam, all key figures in trust crisis have now left
Anja Schoots, the former conrector of the Coornhert Lyceum in Haarlem, has been appointed as the new rector of the Damstede Lyceum in Amsterdam. Her departure marks the final exit of all key figures i...
Morocco fans celebrate victory in multiple cities
Fans of the Moroccan national football team took to the streets in various cities across the Netherlands to celebrate their victory over Canada. Large crowds gathered in multiple locations, including ...
It always stays dry at Willem's indoor campsite
Owner Willem Megens has created a unique indoor camping experience in Amsterdam-Zuidoost, featuring custom-built caravans and cabins that allow guests to enjoy a camping atmosphere regardless of the w...
Gea (78) from the Spaarndammerbuurt: ‘Growing old? I don’t know that’
Gea, a 78-year-old resident of the Spaarndammerbuurt in Amsterdam, is well-known in her neighborhood for her vibrant personality and colorful fashion sense. Despite her age, she remains highly active ...
Fatal boat fire in Amsterdam's De Baarsjes neighborhood
One person died following a boat fire on the Geuzenkade in the De Baarsjes neighborhood of Amsterdam early this morning. Emergency services arrived on the scene around 5:00 AM, but the victim could no...
Delflandplein neighborhood now officially a nuisance area: People still clearly involved in drugs
The Delflandpleinbuurt in Amsterdam has been officially designated as a nuisance area by the municipality due to ongoing issues with drug trafficking, public drug use, and intimidation. This classific...
The future of Dutch sing-alongs is clear at De Amsterdamse Zomer
Dutch-language party music and sing-alongs are experiencing a surge in popularity in the Netherlands. The Amsterdamse Zomer event at the Olympic Stadium is currently showcasing this trend with a three...
City executive board stands by Kolenkit relocation plans: "Unfortunately sometimes leads to disappointment"
Amsterdam's executive board remains committed to the relocation project in the Kolenkitbuurt, despite acknowledging that matching residents with suitable new housing sometimes causes disappointment. O...
Halsema on Osdorp explosion: "No reports received that could have prevented this"
Amsterdam Mayor Femke Halsema stated that the city received no specific warnings regarding explosive activity prior to a major blast in the Osdorp neighborhood that injured seven people. While residen...
Churchill Pride began after flags were destroyed and continues to grow: De Wolkenkrabber now also participates
The Churchill Pride initiative in Amsterdam's Rivierenbuurt has expanded significantly since its inception in 2016, gaining momentum following the destruction of several rainbow flags in 2023. Residen...
4-year prison sentence for man who tied up victims during Southeast home invasion
A 42-year-old man has been sentenced to four years in prison for his role in a violent home invasion in Amsterdam Zuidoost that occurred in early 2026. During the robbery, the suspect and two accompli...
Amsterdam made over 1,800 homes habitable again last year
In 2025, the city of Amsterdam successfully returned over 1,800 vacant or fraudulently occupied homes to the housing market. These efforts are part of the municipality's ongoing strategy to combat hou...
Jan-Bert Vroege leaves Amsterdam politics for alderman role in Almere: "Time for something else"
After sixteen years in Amsterdam politics, Jan-Bert Vroege has been installed as a new alderman in Almere. He will oversee a diverse portfolio focused on the city's future, including economy, innovati...
Inland shipping stalled by neglected bridges: 'Days of delays or hundreds of kilometers in detours'
The inland shipping sector in the Netherlands is facing significant delays and logistical disruptions due to poorly maintained and broken bridges. Critical routes, including the standing mast route in...
17 players leave relegated Hera, Juryan Zandvliet named new coach
Following relegation from the Eredivisie in its debut season, women's football club Hera United has appointed Juryan Zandvliet as their new head coach. The club also announced the departure of sevente...