Amsterdam News in English

Explosion and major fire in Amsterdam South, one person taken to hospital

A powerful explosion and subsequent fire destroyed a curtain shop on Maasstraat in Amsterdam-Zuid early Monday morning, resulting in one person being hospitalized. The blast caused significant damage ...

Person taken to hospital after fire in Amsterdam's Rivierenbuurt

A fire broke out in a shop in the Rivierenbuurt neighborhood of Amsterdam following an explosion, resulting in significant damage. One person from a nearby residence was hospitalized for smoke inhalat...

It is not easy living on the streets as a woman. You also get harassed a lot

Amsterdam downplays 20 million overnight stay limit: just a ‘goal’

Amsterdam's municipality is defending itself in court against a group of residents seeking to enforce a 20-million overnight stay limit on tourism. The city maintains the cap is an administrative goal...

Hydrochloric acid to be measured three times a year at ICL fertilizer plant

Telstar has its own ‘Experience’ at the Halfweg outlet, though fans prefer a fan shop: ‘Pity, I would have liked to buy a shirt’

Dutch football club Telstar has opened a 'Telstar Experience' center at Amsterdam The Style Outlets in Halfweg. While the location showcases the club's brand alongside international labels, some visit...

City housing cooperatives join forces in single partnership

Fifteen housing cooperatives in Amsterdam have officially formed the "Platform Wooncoöperaties Amsterdam" to collaborate and share expertise on collective living. This new association aims to support...

Hundreds join Ukraine solidarity march: 'Attention must not fade away'

Approximately 300 people gathered at Amsterdam's Museumplein for a solidarity march to support Ukraine and advocate for continued international attention and military aid. The demonstration, which mov...

Ten-year-olds Samuel and Meirah raise 3,000 euros for cancer research: 'After our first door-to-door round we had already reached our goal'

Ten-year-olds Samuel and Meirah have raised nearly 3,000 euros for cancer research by going door-to-door since January. Exceeding their initial 300-euro goal, the pair will participate in the five-kil...

Ajax and FC Twente draw in Women's Eredivisie top match

Ajax and FC Twente played to a 0-0 draw in a Women's Eredivisie top-tier match. FC Twente maintains their lead at the top of the standings with 37 points, while Ajax remains in fourth place, trailing ...

War veterans hold up a mirror at Dam Square

War veterans gathered at Dam Square in Amsterdam to show support for Ukraine and demonstrate unity against Putin's actions. The event aimed to hold a mirror to Dutch society, reminding citizens that t...

A coffee with Mirurgia Breinburg (Party for the Rule of Law): "You're missing that bit of humanity"

Mirurgia Breinburg, leader of the Partij voor de Rechtsstaat, is campaigning for the Amsterdam city council to advocate for greater transparency and a more human approach in government. Drawing from h...

Jewish Hélène sees father in old video footage before he was taken away by the Nazis

The documentary 'De kinderen van de Jodenboerderij' tells the story of a farm in Haarlemmermeer where the Boogaard family sheltered approximately 300 Jewish children during World War II. It features s...

Hundreds join Amsterdam protest march against war in Ukraine

Approximately 300 to 400 people participated in a protest march in Amsterdam to mark the fourth anniversary of Russia's invasion of Ukraine. The demonstrators marched from Museumplein to Dam Square to...

Boil water advisory for two Amsterdam streets lifted: no more bacteria in drinking water

Waternet has lifted the boil water advisory for two streets in Amsterdam after tests confirmed the drinking water is once again free of bacteria. A separate advisory remains in place for over 200 conn...

German recreates burnt-down Vondelkerk with 6,800 Lego bricks

German engineer Luca König has constructed a 6,800-piece Lego replica of Amsterdam's Vondelkerk as a tribute following the historic building's partial collapse in a New Year's Eve fire. The detailed ...

Work on Linnaeusstraat begins, set to last until late 2027: ‘One of Amsterdam’s largest traffic projects’

Major renovation work on the Linnaeusstraat in Amsterdam has begun and is scheduled to continue until late 2027. The project aims to improve safety, accessibility, and greenery by replacing tram track...

Who was Verspronck’s ‘Girl in Blue’? In-depth research leads to nothing. ‘Fascination and frustration go hand in hand’

Johannes Verspronck’s famous painting "Girl in Blue" will be displayed at the Frans Hals Museum from March 12 to October 11 alongside portraits of her likely parents. Although the artwork is a celeb...

Firearm drawn during home robbery in Noord

Last night, multiple men committed a home robbery on Notarisappelstraat in Amsterdam Noord, where witnesses reported that a firearm was drawn. The suspects fled the scene before police arrived, and au...

The old city hall was far below Amsterdam's standing

Amsterdam's original city hall on Dam Square was replaced in the 17th century after its dilapidated state was deemed unfitting for the city's rising international status following a visit by French Qu...

'Too few tough guys in the squad': why Ajax is not a serious contender for second place

Ajax is no longer considered a serious contender for second place in the league following a disappointing performance against Feyenoord. Analysts attribute the team's struggles to a lack of leadership...

Fresh from the tap: tap your own tahini, detergent and tea in Amsterdam

Several specialty shops in Amsterdam are offering a wide range of products 'on tap,' including olive oil, fresh tahini, organic grains, and cleaning detergents. These stores encourage customers to bri...

This is Amsterdam's most expensive apartment: 670 square meters and seven balconies

A 670-square-meter apartment in Amsterdam has been listed for 18.5 million euros, making it the most expensive property currently available on the Dutch real estate site Funda. Located near Vondelpark...

Anton de Kom born exactly 128 years ago: "He was a razor-sharp writer and organizer"

The Black Archives held a memorial in Amsterdam to honor the 128th birthday of Anton de Kom, a Surinamese writer and resistance fighter who campaigned against colonialism and racism. Participants high...

Ajax and NEC draw after tense finish, Feyenoord can profit

Ajax and NEC played to a 1-1 draw on Saturday evening in a match between the league's third and fourth-placed teams at the Johan Cruijff Arena. The result leaves both clubs sharing points, potentially...

'I'm not moody, I'm feisty': Hormones have their own square at the Household Fair

The 79th Huishoudbeurs at the RAI in Amsterdam showcases future household innovations, such as laundry-folding robots, alongside current trends like vegan products and collagen-based skincare. A key h...

Amsterdam band Honey I'm Home breaks through: We are obsessed with music

Amsterdam-based shoegaze band Honey I'm Home is experiencing a rapid rise to success, following their debut single and being named the best act at the Noorderslag music festival. The group is performi...

🔴 FC Volendam prepares for NAC • Later Ajax - NEC

FC Volendam faces NAC Breda tonight in an Eredivisie match aimed at increasing their lead over the relegation zone. Later in the evening, Ajax will host NEC as both teams battle for fourth place, curr...

Two KLM planes collide at Schiphol, no injuries

Two KLM aircraft collided on the ground at Amsterdam's Schiphol Airport on Saturday morning. No injuries were reported in the incident, which the airline described as a highly exceptional occurrence.

Our lists by theme: the best tips for food, drink & culture

Het Parool has compiled a series of themed lists featuring the best recommendations for food, drink, art, and culture in Amsterdam. These curated guides are regularly updated to showcase the city's la...