Recent discoveries in two historic buildings have revealed that peat turf was historically used as a natural insulation material. This finding highlights that biobased construction techniques have been practiced for centuries long before modern sustainability trends.
Based on reporting by amsterdam. Translated and condensed by LocalHeadlines.
Sportpark Drieburg in Amsterdam-Oost will undergo a major expansion by 2027, adding speed soccer fields, padel courts, and an outdoor recreational area. The municipality will retain land ownership to ensure the space is used for public benefit rather than unauthorized commercial purposes.
The mother of Dutch television presenter Paul de Leeuw has died after battling health issues that began in late 2025. De Leeuw had stepped away from his professional commitments to care for her during her final months.
Amsterdam has implemented a new policy framework clarifying that while sleeping in public is no longer automatically illegal, obstructing building entrances or causing nuisance remains punishable. The city aims to balance public accessibility with humanitarian aid by requiring officers to prioritize support services and carefully document any enforcement actions.
As the Dutch retail chain Hema celebrates its 100th anniversary, residents of Amsterdam are sharing nostalgic stories about the store's iconic products and their personal history with the brand. Since its founding in 1926, the company has become a cultural staple, with customers reflecting on childhood memories of snacks, toys, and long-lasting household items.
Sinterklaas will arrive in Amsterdam on November 15, 2026, via a steamboat parade on the Amstel followed by a city-wide procession ending at Leidseplein. The event will cause significant traffic and public transport changes in the city center, while smaller celebrations take place concurrently in Weesp and Amsterdam-Noord.
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