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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 Community projects in De Pijp face uncertain future amid municipal budget cuts

    Local initiatives supported by Netwerk De Pijp are struggling with dwindling subsidies despite their popularity among residents.

    27 July 2026

  2. News Amsterdam prepares for a summer heatwave as temperatures rise this week

    Midweek temperatures could cross 30 degrees in the capital as high pressure brings hot, sunny conditions across the Netherlands.

    27 July 2026

  3. News Moped helmet mandate significantly reduced head injuries, research shows

    A national study confirms helmet rules cut head injuries for light moped riders, providing momentum for upcoming e-bike regulations.

    27 July 2026

  4. News Police evacuate homes after explosive found at Amsterdam toy shop

    Two people were arrested after military bomb experts safely removed a explosive device in Nieuw-West.

    27 July 2026

  5. News Explosive found at Nieuw-West toy store leads to overnight evacuations

    Police arrested two suspects after an unexploded device prompted the evacuation of nearby apartments on Abraham Staalmanplein.

    27 July 2026

  6. News Amsterdam reviews Pride security following deadly attack at Berlin event

    City authorities are adjusting safety plans for upcoming WorldPride festivities after a driver struck a crowd in Germany.

    27 July 2026

  7. News Amsterdam gallery highlights new art academy graduates in summer exhibition

    The annual Best of Graduates exhibition has opened at Galerie Ron Mandos on the Prinsengracht, featuring emerging artists from across the Netherlands.

    27 July 2026

  8. News Amsterdam reviews security for Pride events following Berlin attack

    City officials and local organizers are monitoring safety plans for upcoming celebrations while keeping extra security measures discreet.

    26 July 2026

  9. News Amsterdam installs security cameras in Haarlemmerbuurt to curb neighborhood nuisance

    Local business owners and residents in the Haarlemmerbuurt say harassment and theft are worsening despite new city surveillance measures.

    26 July 2026

  10. News Young motorcyclists increasingly involved in serious Dutch road accidents

    New police figures show a rise in severe and fatal motorcycle crashes, with young riders making up a growing share of the casualties.

    26 July 2026

  11. News Police evacuate Nieuw-West apartments after explosive found at toy store

    Dozens of residents were briefly moved to a police station after an explosive device was discovered overnight in Slotervaart.

    26 July 2026

  12. News European Central Bank asks residents for input on new banknote designs

    Residents across the EU, including in the Netherlands, can vote on a shortlist of 10 proposed designs for the next series of euro notes.

    26 July 2026

  13. News Funda shifts to direct seller payments, raising concerns over hidden home listing fees

    The country's dominant property portal is introducing new listing packages paid directly by sellers, but consumer advocates warn home vendors could end up paying double.

    26 July 2026

  14. News Electric car charging abroad often costs more than fuel for Dutch travelers

    A study of European fuel and electricity costs shows that driving an electric vehicle on holiday is frequently more expensive than using gasoline or diesel.

    26 July 2026

  15. News Non-tech companies in Amsterdam are increasingly requiring AI skills in job listings

    Data shows a sharp rise in local non-tech employers searching for staff who know how to use artificial intelligence in daily work.

    26 July 2026

  16. News Johan Cruijff ArenA tests cashierless AI kiosks for faster stadium snacks

    Visitors at the Amsterdam stadium can now scan a phone at the entrance, pick up food and drinks, and walk straight out without stopping to pay.

    26 July 2026

  17. News Kwaku Summer Festival to end in its current form after this year’s edition

    Organizers say rising operational costs and strict regulations have made the long-running Amsterdam-Zuidoost event impossible to maintain in its present setup.

    26 July 2026

  18. News VodafoneZiggo reports subscriber growth as parent company prepares for Amsterdam stock listing

    The Dutch telecom provider added thousands of new internet and mobile customers in the second quarter while adjusting to lower overall revenues.

    26 July 2026

  19. News Bright fireball seen in the night sky over Amsterdam was a falling SpaceX satellite

    A bright streak of light visible across the city and surrounding regions was caused by space debris burning up in the atmosphere.

    26 July 2026

  20. News Police dismantle large human trafficking ring in Red Light District

    A joint Dutch and Romanian operation has ended a long-running exploitation network operating in the center of Amsterdam.

    26 July 2026