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Lawyer couple opens second coffee shop, this time in Oost: 'My mother, brother and sister-in-law are also involved'

Lawyer couple opens second coffee shop, this time in Oost: 'My mother, brother and sister-in-law are also involved'

Lawyers Ines Messoussi and Mohammed Kalmoua have launched their second coffee shop, Haku Specialty Coffee, near Muiderpoort station in Amsterdam. The family-run business aims to provide more specialty coffee options to the local area.

Opinion: We want to replace our moldy single-pane windows, but living in a landmark building makes it almost impossible

Opinion: We want to replace our moldy single-pane windows, but living in a landmark building makes it almost impossible

Residents of a monumental apartment building in Amsterdam-West are struggling to replace drafty, moldy single-glazed windows due to overly strict municipal heritage regulations. The author argues that these aesthetic requirements prioritize unnecessary details over resident health and energy efficiency, and calls for a more flexible policy for non-visible rear facades.

Window cleaner Nolly attracts lots of attention with his dog Zarrie: "The highlight of Amsterdam"

Window cleaner Nolly attracts lots of attention with his dog Zarrie: "The highlight of Amsterdam"

Window cleaner Nolly Vittali has become a well-known figure in Amsterdam due to his loyal dog, Zarrie, who accompanies him on his daily routes. The pair has gained local popularity, with residents and tourists frequently stopping to interact with the dog.

Exhibition on the choices that shape the city

Exhibition on the choices that shape the city

The exhibition Bold City, Brave Decisions will be on display at the Vleeshal in Haarlem from October 29 to December 10, 2026. It explores how urban planning decisions shape mid-sized cities, featuring specific local projects and inviting public feedback on future development.

Klaasje Meijer replaces K3 singer Hanne during maternity leave

Klaasje Meijer replaces K3 singer Hanne during maternity leave

Former K3 member Klaasje Meijer is temporarily returning to the singing group to cover Hanne Verbruggen's maternity leave. Meijer, who previously performed with the group from 2015 to 2021, will participate in the new K3 show Superhelden.