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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, 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.

Support for chemsex issues collapses after closure of Stichting Mainline

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.

What will the new Meervaart theater look like? Residents can vote

What will the new Meervaart theater look like? Residents can vote

The municipality of Amsterdam has unveiled five architectural designs for the new Meervaart theater at Sloterplas and is inviting public feedback through October 29. A selection committee will review community input alongside expert advice to choose the winning design by the end of the year, with construction tentatively scheduled for 2029.

What will the new Meervaart theater look like? Residents can vote

What will the new Meervaart theater look like? Residents can vote

Amsterdam has released five architectural designs for the new Meervaart theater in Nieuw-West, inviting public feedback through October 29. A committee will evaluate these proposals, aiming to begin construction on the project by 2029 despite ongoing opposition from residents concerned about environmental impacts.