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Peace restored in De Oeverlanden cruising area following 11 arrests and talks with young men

Peace restored in De Oeverlanden cruising area following 11 arrests and talks with young men

Authorities in Amsterdam have reported that peace has returned to the De Oeverlanden cruising area following eleven arrests and intensive outreach to youths responsible for anti-gay violence. Although order has been restored after a series of spring incidents, officials continue to monitor the area to ensure it remains a safe space for the LGBTQ+ community.

Sea lions finally leave Artis after more than 100 years

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.

Simulated street at ROC aims to better prepare trainee enforcement officers for aggression

Simulated street at ROC aims to better prepare trainee enforcement officers for aggression

The ROC in Amsterdam-Zuidoost has launched a simulated practice street to help law enforcement students improve their conflict resolution skills. This initiative aims to address the rising levels of aggression faced by local municipal officers by doubling the time spent on practical training and de-escalation techniques.

European football night for AZ in Armenia • Ajax against Atalanta Bergamo

European football night for AZ in Armenia • Ajax against Atalanta Bergamo

Dutch football clubs AZ and Ajax are playing important European matches this evening. AZ travels to Armenia to face Ararat Armenia, while Ajax welcomes Atalanta Bergamo to the Johan Cruijff Arena in Amsterdam.

Private security for apartment buildings in Amsterdam Southeast due to crack addict nuisance: 'This is not a structural solution'

Private security for apartment buildings in Amsterdam Southeast due to crack addict nuisance: 'This is not a structural solution'

Housing association Rochdale has hired private security to patrol five apartment buildings in Amsterdam-Zuidoost for six months due to nuisance caused by crack users. The move aims to manage immediate disturbances, though some officials warn that it does not provide a permanent solution to the underlying problems.