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The new Dame aan de Kade is an accessible neighborhood bar with a chef from Michelin-starred restaurants

City air getting cleaner, yet quality still comparable to passive smoking 4 cigarettes a day

Air quality in Amsterdam has improved significantly since 2010, yet current pollution levels are still equivalent to smoking four cigarettes a day. The city aims to achieve zero-emission mobility by 2...

Elly wants to breathe new life into Creative Café in Het Terras community center. 'Who’s joining us?'

Elly Schot, a hostess at the Het Terras community center, is seeking to revitalize the Creatief Café following a decline in attendance after the pandemic. She is inviting more participants to join th...

Terraces fill up again: what about the prices this year?

As sunny weather returns, terraces across the Netherlands are filling up with customers enjoying outdoor dining and drinks. The article highlights the seasonal shift while raising questions about how ...

Jewelers more cautious as gold prices hit record highs: 'You get much less jewelry for your money'

Record-high gold prices are driving individuals to sell their old jewelry in large quantities while making new purchases less attractive for consumers. Jewelers and goldsmiths are becoming more cautio...

'All safety tips are welcome.' Seniors in IJmuiden talk with police

During a seniors' day event at a library in IJmuiden, police officers met with local residents to discuss digital safety and security. Participants engaged with the police to learn about staying safe ...

Reader Question: Is PostNL allowed to record your ID details when picking up a parcel?

A reader's inquiry explores why PostNL service points record identification details when customers collect packages, contrasting this with the less stringent requirements for home deliveries. The arti...

Anything for fame: VPRO youth series satirizes internet craze

The VPRO youth series 'Snapflat,' directed by Diederik Ebbinge, satirizes the modern obsession with internet fame and social media followers. The show follows Danny, an aspiring folk rapper from the N...

Son Seth must fulfill the motocross dream of his father and grandfather, but he lacks the fire

New museums are increasingly becoming experiences: "This is our vortex tunnel"

Amsterdam is seeing a rise in 'experience museums' focused on social media photos and immersive activities rather than traditional art collections. While these commercial venues aim to make learning a...

Can I grow new plants from my houseplant's seeds?

In his weekly column, Boer Tom answers a question from reader Petra Hageman regarding the propagation of her Madagascar Jewel houseplant. Hageman asks if it is possible to successfully grow new plants...

Not another cliché souvenir: the most original Amsterdam gifts to give

Cafe owner Frank Mansro (1947-2026) was ‘remarkably quiet for an Amsterdammer’

Zeewegbar’s ’Jodeljump’ fails to help Telstar. Marco after 2-1 cup loss: ’Time to focus on survival’

Telstar has been eliminated from the KNVB Cup following a 2-1 defeat, ending their hopes of reaching the tournament final. Despite a late goal that gave fans in IJmuiden hope, the team will now shift ...

Fat bike ban text amended: words 'intimidation' and 'chases' removed

The Amsterdam City Council has approved a revised regulation allowing for fatbike bans in specific areas, removing controversial terms like 'intimidation' and 'chases' to ensure more generic language....

Tourists seek more value for money and stay outside the city more often

A report by Amsterdam&partners reveals that a growing percentage of tourists visiting Amsterdam are opting to stay overnight outside the city or with friends to find better value for their money. This...

Low gas prices at Makro in Duivendrecht: ‘I come from Almere to fill up here’

Hockey clubs VVV and HIC join forces: ‘We are moving forward’

Being muscular is the new ideal, but it can become an obsession: how to recognize bigorexia

The article explores the increasing popularity of weight training among young men and the potential for this trend to lead to bigorexia, an obsession with muscle mass. Sports physician Ruben De Gendt ...

Amsterdam residents fill out Voting Compass: "Denk? I completely disagree"

AT5 has launched the Kieskompas voting aid to help residents navigate the record 35 political parties participating in Amsterdam's upcoming municipal elections. Residents testing the tool in Vondelpar...

Architectural gem becomes growing source of mold for young family. Who dares to repair the shattered glass facade?

Bas and Marjolijn's home is suffering from severe mold and moisture damage after its iconic glass dome spontaneously cracked. Although the homeowners' association (VvE) recognizes the architectural va...

Weekend tips: what to do in Amsterdam (March 6-8)

This article highlights various events, markets, and parties taking place in Amsterdam during the weekend of March 6 to 8. The guide aims to help people plan their schedules by focusing on time-specif...

The first beach houses return to Castricum beach

Beach houses are being returned to the shore in Castricum following their period in winter storage. The structures are being moved back to their designated spots as the first sunny days of the year ar...

Adults with city pass can also get swimming lessons for one euro

Starting in September, low-income adults in Amsterdam with a city pass can access swimming lessons for one euro to encourage water safety among those who never learned. The initiative, announced by Al...

Sports clubs struggling: Too few volunteers and rising regulations. 'We are not a business'

Dutch sports clubs are facing a critical shortage of volunteers alongside increasing regulatory burdens from the government and sports associations. Clubs are calling for more official support to help...

Yuki Kempees steps down as Kris Kross Amsterdam frontman after nearly twelve years

Yuki Kempees has announced his immediate departure from the DJ trio Kris Kross Amsterdam after serving as their frontman for nearly twelve years. The 39-year-old stated that his decision to leave the ...

Paved Sluisplein gets green facade garden and planters: ‘Then we can sit here with the neighbors’

Residents of Sluisplein created a new facade garden using wild dune plants on Tuesday morning to add greenery to the area. The project will be further enhanced later this week when the municipality of...

Robèrt van Beckhoven and Miljuschka Witzenhausen making TV show about ice cream

Robèrt van Beckhoven and Miljuschka Witzenhausen are collaborating on a new television program titled Meesterlijk IJs, which explores the art of making ice cream. The series follows the duo to Paris ...

Stranded in Sri Lanka, Romy refuses to give up: 'I booked a flight to Vietnam and am flying home via China'

Romy Koning, a primary school teacher from Zandvoort, became stranded in Sri Lanka after her return flight via Abu Dhabi was cancelled due to the Middle East conflict. She has since managed to arrange...

Amsterdam aims to attract visitors to museums

Amsterdam is launching a promotional campaign throughout March to encourage tourists to visit ten of the city's museums. The "Catch me at the museum" initiative will feature posters and social media a...