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Essentially Amsterdam Staff

Reporting by the Essentially Amsterdam newsroom. We cover the city every day for the people who live in it: transport, housing, policy, money and the things that change how a week in Amsterdam actually goes. Every story is written in our own words from the original reporting, and the newsroom that broke it is credited at the foot of the article. Corrections and news tips: editorial@essentiallyamsterdam.com

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  1. News Amsterdam and Eindhoven tech sectors urge stronger cooperation to boost national standing

    A new report commissioned by local authorities calls for closer integration between capital startups and the southern hardware hub to build digital independence.

    30 July 2026

  2. News Outdoor swimming warnings rise across the Netherlands as warm weather persists

    Water quality warnings at designated Dutch swimming spots have more than doubled since late June due to warm weather and algae growth.

    30 July 2026

  3. News Floating WorldPride stadium on Prinsengracht draws complaints from local residents

    Construction is under way for a 350-meter floating grandstand, but neighbors are unhappy about closed streets and late communication.

    30 July 2026

  4. News GVB tests hands-free check-in gates at Amsterdam Centraal

    A trial using ultra-wideband technology allowed passengers to walk through transit barriers without scanning a phone or card.

    30 July 2026

  5. News Warming temperatures likely to boost rat and caterpillar populations in Dutch cities

    Milder winters and urban heat could increase pest numbers across the Netherlands, though local habits and control measures remain decisive factors.

    30 July 2026

  6. News Exhibition on Kop van Java marks 75 years of Moluccan history in Amsterdam

    A new outdoor photography display on the Javakade explores the personal stories and lasting ties of Moluccan residents to the city.

    29 July 2026

  7. News Floating Pride stadium on Prinsengracht draws criticism from local residents

    A massive floating grandstand being built for the Canal Parade has sparked frustration among neighbors over late communication, high ticket prices, and days of disruption.

    29 July 2026

  8. News Café Nol celebrates 60 years as a Jordaan landmark

    The famous traditional pub on Westerstraat marks six decades in business while drawing a new generation of younger patrons.

    29 July 2026

  9. News Report calls on Amsterdam and Eindhoven tech sectors to join forces

    A study commissioned by the municipality argues that closer cooperation between the two regions is essential for regional tech survival.

    29 July 2026

  10. News Weesp train station readies for major platform redesign to tackle crowding

    Work begins this August on rebuilding platform space at Weesp station to prepare for thousands of additional daily commuters over the next decade.

    29 July 2026

  11. News VU Amsterdam adds new postgraduate program on financial crime

    The university is adding a stronger focus on international sanctions to its specialized postgraduate course starting this November.

    29 July 2026

  12. News Amsterdam prepares for mid-week heatwave as temperatures hit 30°C

    Warm weather across the Netherlands will see temperatures rise toward 30 degrees Celsius in Amsterdam over the coming days.

    29 July 2026

  13. News Dutch chip tech stocks fall following reports of Chinese development

    Shares in ASML, Besi, and ASMI dropped sharply on the Amsterdam exchange after reports surfaced about China's progress in producing advanced chip machines.

    29 July 2026

  14. News Dutch home sales projected to reach record high this year

    A continued influx of former rental properties is expected to drive total property transactions to around 245,000 across the Netherlands.

    29 July 2026

  15. News East Amsterdam vocational center offers free diplomas and work pathways to adult residents

    EC-O on the Oostelijke Eilanden helps adults over 27 re-enter the workforce, overcoming hurdles that usually prevent long-term study.

    29 July 2026

  16. News Sunny conditions expected for Saturday’s Canal Parade in Amsterdam

    Spectators heading to the annual boat parade can expect warm weather and moderate sunshine.

    29 July 2026

  17. News Amsterdam Flames to launch inaugural European T20 Premier League season in August

    The newly established franchise will face the Rotterdam Dockers in the opening match of Europe's first major franchise T20 tournament.

    29 July 2026

  18. News Owners of De Willem and Roest open all-day Stadscafé in Westerpark

    The team behind popular hospitality spots across Amsterdam has opened a large new venue at the former district office in Westergas.

    29 July 2026

  19. News NS adjusts train schedules for Dutch Grand Prix weekend in Zandvoort

    Extra trains, lengthened carriages, and travel discounts are planned to move 50,000 daily race fans to the coast.

    29 July 2026

  20. News Madonna confirmed to perform at WorldPride 2026 in Amsterdam

    28 July 2026