Amsterdam seeks data center cooperation, requesting space for European customers

Fines demanded for pro-Palestine protesters who sprayed red paint during Museum Night

Council debates procurement policy: "Just be honest and say this is an Israel boycott"

The Amsterdam City Council is debating a new procurement policy that aims to prevent municipal funds from going to companies involved in human rights violations, specifically targeting ties with Israel. Although a proposed referendum for a full boycott was rejected, coalition parties have introduced a 13-point alternative plan focused on ethical spending. Opposition parties criticize the move, arguing that the municipality is overstepping its authority by attempting to conduct foreign policy.

Billionaire Elon Musk does it again: Investors flock to loss-making SpaceX IPO

Elon Musk is preparing to take his aerospace company SpaceX public, drawing significant interest from investors despite the firm currently being loss-making. This move mirrors the earlier public offering of Tesla, highlighting Musk's ability to generate market hype for his ventures.

Rat row flares up in Haarlem neighborhood after sewer investigation

Residents in Haarlem’s Kleverparkbuurt are challenging the municipality's findings on a long-standing rat infestation after technical reports revealed 79 urgent sewer repairs are necessary. While the city claims the main sewer system is not responsible, residents argue that defects allow rats to move between homes and the sewage system. A local committee will discuss the conflicting interpretations of the sewer inspection results this evening.

After 58 years, the curtain falls for Groots Herenmode in Beverwijk. Jelle Nuijen closes his menswear store: 'I'm going to miss all my customers'

Jelle Nuijen is closing his men's clothing store, Groots Herenmode, in Beverwijk after 58 years of operation. The 77-year-old owner expressed that he will deeply miss his customers as the well-known shop on Alkmaarseweg shuts its doors.