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Opinion of former alderman Duco Stadig: As long as Amsterdam wants the cruise terminal gone, the East Bridge moves further into the future
The development of the Oostbrug in Amsterdam has stalled due to a conflict between the city and nautical partners regarding the removal of the sea cruise terminal. Because the municipality lacks the authority to build in the national waterway alone, the impasse is preventing critical progress on the bridge and forcing officials to consider alternative transit solutions for Amsterdam-Noord.
Michel Peters, chair of queer police network Pink in Blue: ‘Amsterdam is no longer the tolerant city it once was. And I am naming the elephant in the room’
Michel Peters, chairman of the queer police network Roze in Blauw, warns that Amsterdam is becoming less tolerant toward the LGBTQ+ community due to increased violence and intimidation. He urges victims to report all incidents to the police to ensure accurate tracking of these hate-related crimes.
Political reporter David Hielkema reflects on 5.5 years at City Hall: I became softer on politicians, not on power
Parool journalist David Hielkema reflects on his five-and-a-half-year career covering Amsterdam city politics. He discusses his personal growth and changing perspectives on politicians while maintaining a critical view of political power.
Live: Driehoek to hold press conference at 7 p.m. on the death of Hajar (29)
Amsterdam officials are holding a press conference to provide updates on the death of 29-year-old Hajar, whose body was found in a suitcase near the Amsteldijk. The woman had been missing since early October, with police previously reporting that she was last seen with a man near the RAI.
Support for chemsex issues collapses after closure of Stichting Mainline
The closure of Stichting Mainline has severely limited accessible support services for individuals in Amsterdam facing problems related to chemsex. Healthcare providers are now sounding the alarm, warning that the loss of this specialized care leaves a vulnerable group without adequate prevention and assistance.