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The Collection | The Lepers of Lazarus
The story of Lazarus, the patron saint of lepers, teaches that wealth should be shared with those in need. In contrast, the regents of the Leper House historically disagreed with this principle, creat...
Police chase from Amsterdam ends in Haarlem
Police initiated a high-speed pursuit of a Mercedes on Wednesday evening starting in Amsterdam. The chase continued along the N200 highway and concluded in Haarlem.
Driver without valid license and under the influence arrested
A driver was arrested in Amsterdam's Westelijk Havengebied on Tuesday after being caught driving under the influence of cannabis with a license that had been expired for ten years. Police also discove...
Old fox Snoop Dogg has the most fun at the Melkweg
Nearly two years of construction on Linnaeusstraat begins: A journey with obstacles
Extensive roadworks have begun on the Linnaeusstraat in Amsterdam, with the project expected to improve safety and greenery until its completion in late 2027. The renovation involves replacing tram tr...
February Strike commemoration: speakers draw links to the present
Amsterdam's Deputy Mayor Rutger Groot Wassink addressed attendees at the 85th commemoration of the 1941 February Strike at the Dokwerker monument. During the event, he drew parallels between historica...
Food bank in East faces homelessness: ‘A month ago we heard the building will be demolished’
Robert Anthony (1938-2026), of the iconic Brothers Grimm, was a colorful character and Amsterdam legend
6 unique iftars in Amsterdam: break the fast with a twist
Mara goes crazy meeting Snoop Dogg in person: This is just a dream
American rapper Snoop Dogg visited Amsterdam to open a new coffeeshop and perform two sold-out shows at the Melkweg venue. Hundreds of fans gathered in the city center to catch a glimpse of the star, ...
Who knows where missing Sophia (37) from The Hague is?
The family and police are searching for 37-year-old Sophia (Yiqun) Wang, who disappeared after leaving Amsterdam's Amstelstation around midnight on Friday, February 20. Originally from The Hague, auth...
81-year-old man found dead in Amsterdam East home was victim of a crime
Body found in Amsterdam East home, possible foul play
A deceased person was discovered in a residence on De la Reijstraat in Amsterdam-East on Tuesday evening. Police have launched an investigation into the death, which is being treated as a potential cr...
Artwork in Kostverlorenvaart will not return after years of municipal stalling
February Strike commemoration at Willem Kraan monument: "Paver who stood up for others"
The 1941 February Strike was commemorated in Amsterdam at the monument for resistance hero Willem Kraan in the Nieuw-West district. Kraan, a pavior and strike co-initiator, is honored for his role in ...
February Strike commemoration at Willem Kraan monument: "Paver who stood up for others"
A commemoration of the February Strike took place in Amsterdam's Nieuw-West district at the monument dedicated to resistance hero Willem Kraan. Kraan, a streetmaker, was one of the key initiators of t...
Emotional man commemorates February Strike every year: Promised to those who lived through it
Hundreds of people gathered in Amsterdam to commemorate the 85th anniversary of the 1941 February Strike, a massive protest against Nazi raids and the arrest of Jewish residents. Attendees, including ...
Jonas Daniël Meijerplein commemorates February Strike
Weekend tips: things to do in Amsterdam (February 27 to March 1)
This article provides recommendations for activities and events taking place in Amsterdam during the weekend of February 27 to March 1. As the days grow longer, the city offers various engaging option...
Exceptionally warm February day draws crowds of Amsterdammers outside: ‘We used to call this flip-flop weather’
Fertilizer plant ICL faces 10 times higher penalty for next violation
Quarter of children and young people not attending school have mental health issues
The number of students staying home from school in Amsterdam increased last year, with 821 registered cases often linked to psychological issues like anxiety and depression. Alderman Mbarki highlighte...
New City Archives exhibition for more diverse representation: "Half of Amsterdammers menstruate"
The Amsterdam City Archives has launched a new exhibition titled "Claim Your Space" to improve diversity and representation within the city's historical records. The collection features nine personal ...
Number of Amsterdam children missing school long-term rose again last year
Ajax punished for fireworks against FC Groningen: F-side empty during next home match
Ajax has been penalized with a closure of the F-Side stand for their upcoming match against Sparta on March 14 following a fireworks incident during a game against FC Groningen. The club accepted the ...
Port businesses can still dispose of cardboard despite collector quitting
Entrepreneurs in the Amsterdam port area can still dispose of their cardboard despite the recent closure of the popular Veldman Recycling collection point on Strandweg. The facility had previously ser...
Why more and more children are not going to school and how we are tackling it
The number of children not attending school rose to 821 during the last academic year. Authorities have investigated the causes for this increase and are now implementing measures to address the issue...
Vondelpark now also a nuisance area after significant increase in incidents
Amsterdam has expanded its designated nuisance and dealer enforcement zone to include Vondelpark and surrounding streets following a rise in incidents involving intimidation and drug trafficking. This...
Van der Heijden family writes their own book about a gnome: 'Everyone in class wanted to read it!'
The Van der Heijden family has written a book titled "Kabouter Pierewied," inspired by their frequent walks in the Amsterdamse Waterleidingduinen. The creative project has been well-received by local ...
Election liveblog: which debates are coming up?
Amsterdam is preparing for municipal elections on March 18 with a series of debates scheduled to address topics such as housing, transportation, and the local economy. Current polling indicates a clos...