Amsterdam News in English
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At the Amsterdam Piano Duo Festival two pianists always play at once: how does that work?
The fourteenth edition of the Pianoduo Festival Amsterdam, organized by the Scholtes & Janssens duo, is currently taking place. This year's festival program emphasizes the balance between musical trad...
Mik Moody (72) and Isabelle Nadrai (59) built their own home in De Pijp: ‘Once guests sit down at the table, they never want to leave’
Mik Moody and Isabelle Nadrai have lived in a self-renovated home in Amsterdam's Diamantbuurt neighborhood since 1993. The couple transformed a dilapidated building by adding two floors and choosing a...
At the Dads and Ponytails workshop, fathers learn how to braid their daughters' hair: 'It’s actually very simple'
Faizi Nazir has launched a workshop in Amsterdam called Papa’s en Pony’s to teach fathers how to braid their daughters' hair. The initiative aims to help dads overcome their lack of experience and...
Stock of 660,000 kilos of car tires from bankrupt company still awaiting a buyer
A stockpile of 660,000 kilograms of shredded tires from the bankrupt firm Neva Ocean's remains unsold in the port of Amsterdam. The curator is struggling to finalize a sale due to stringent new Europe...
Amsterdam council demands clarity on actions of care agencies in case of Giovanni S., who stabbed three people in December
The Amsterdam city council is calling for an investigation into how various care agencies and the police handled the case of Giovanni S. This request follows findings that S. was already known to auth...
Alice in Wonderland theater production is a dazzling adventure full of dance, music, and magic
The Toneelmakerij and Doxx are launching a contemporary theatrical adaptation of Alice in Wonderland, focusing on themes of identity and self-confidence. The production premieres on October 11 at the ...
Everything Walther Ploos van Amstel (1962-2026) said was backed by data and his experience as an Amsterdammer: 'An engaged citizen and a true expert'
Walther Ploos van Amstel, a renowned logistics expert and longtime Amsterdam resident, has passed away at the age of 63. He was widely respected for providing the municipal government with evidence-ba...
Why did Amsterdam receive no new Michelin stars this year? ‘A three-star restaurant is still a long way off’
For the first time in ten years, Amsterdam saw no new restaurants awarded Michelin stars, while three establishments lost theirs. Experts attribute this trend to the increasing economic pressure on lo...
Die-hard 'zebra' Mark van der Laan briefly returns to beloved Blauw-Wit
Korfball coach Mark van der Laan recently competed against his former team, Amsterdam's Blauw-Wit, after moving to Groen Geel this summer. The match was an emotional occasion for Van der Laan, whose f...
We are testing 20 kilometers per hour on the Amstelveenseweg bike path
Amsterdam is testing a 20 kilometer per hour speed limit for cyclists on the Amstelveenseweg bike path. The initiative aims to determine if lower speeds enhance safety and traffic flow in the area.
Hangout spot for girls in Theo van Gogh Park: Don't walk away, but claim the space
A new designated hangout spot with painted picnic tables has opened in Amsterdam's Theo van Goghpark to address safety concerns among local girls. The project aims to empower girls to reclaim public s...
I advocate for a Suriname-themed away kit for Ajax, says shirt professor
Graphic designer Floor has praised the recent Ajax kit designs while proposing that the club create a Surinamese-themed away shirt to honor its players from that background. As this discussion takes p...
Teenager acquitted of attempted murder of boxing gym owner in Almere
A teenager from Arnhem has been acquitted of the attempted murder of an Almere boxing gym owner due to insufficient evidence linking him to the shooting. While cleared of the primary charge, the teen ...
Two Dutch restaurants receive two Michelin stars, seven receive their first
Two Dutch restaurants have been upgraded to two Michelin stars, while seven new establishments have earned their first star. Meanwhile, the city of Amsterdam lost two Michelin stars, and the guide has...
31 protesters arrested during Extinction Rebellion action at Schiphol
Approximately 31 Extinction Rebellion protesters were arrested at Schiphol Airport after demonstrating against KLM's frequent flyer program. The group argues that the loyalty system promotes excessive...
New artwork in Artis aquarium aims to make you feel like you are deep in the sea
The Artis aquarium in Amsterdam has unveiled a new immersive art installation by Olafur Eliasson called Deep Seeing Currents. The 12-minute experience uses authentic underwater audio and lighting to s...
New artwork in Artis aquarium aims to make you feel like you are deep in the sea
A new art installation by Olafur Eliasson called Deep Seeing Currents has opened at the Artis aquarium in Amsterdam, offering visitors an immersive 12-minute auditory and visual experience of a deep-s...
Amsterdam environmental organization De Gezonde Stad to shut down: Too difficult to secure funding
Environmental organization De Gezonde Stad is shutting down due to unsustainable financial challenges. The group is well-known for projects like the Verjaardagsbos created for Amsterdam's 750th annive...
No new Michelin-starred restaurants in Amsterdam, two restaurants lose stars
No new restaurants in Amsterdam received a Michelin star during the recent ceremony in Maastricht, while De Juwelier and Daalder lost their existing status. The city now counts sixteen one-starred res...
The opening of a bouillon restaurant in Weesp is no coincidence: People are queuing up for this concept
Bouillon d’Or has opened in Weesp following the success of similar bouillon-style restaurants in Amsterdam. The concept is gaining significant popularity, prompting questions about the criteria for ...
Singing whales, breaking ice floes, marine snow: you can now descend to the deep sea floor at the Artis Aquarium
The Artis Aquarium has launched a new sound-based installation by artist Olafur Eliasson titled Deep seeing currents, which immerses visitors in the mysterious world of the deep ocean. Running since O...
Controversial rapper Gims cancels Afas Live concert at the last minute
Rapper Gims has cancelled his European tour, including a planned performance at Afas Live in Amsterdam, citing unspecified personal reasons. The artist is currently facing formal charges in France rel...
Another explosion at apartment building in Osdorp, mailbox completely blown away
A second explosion has occurred at an apartment building on the Botteskerksingel in Amsterdam, causing structural damage to the entrance and destroying a mailbox unit. Police are currently investigati...
Amsterdam scraps neighborhood budgets
The city of Amsterdam is ending its neighborhood budget program, which allowed residents to propose and secure funding for local improvements. These projects often focused on enhancing community space...
Amsterdam man competes for world porridge title in Scotland: 'Back again next year'
Amsterdam resident India Mae Abbas traveled to Scotland to compete in the World Porridge Making Championship held in Carrbridge. Although she did not win the Golden Spurtle trophy, she plans to refine...
Transport expert and economist Walther Ploos van Amstel dies at 64
Traffic expert and economist Walther Ploos van Amstel has died at age 64. A lecturer at the Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences, he was well-known for his contributions to logistics, mobility, an...
Amsterdam school principal funneled nearly 1 million euros to family businesses since 2023
The director of the Oranje Nassauschool in Amsterdam-Noord is under scrutiny for awarding nearly one million euros in contracts to her daughter and son-in-law's businesses since 2023. Officials are in...
Second explosion in two weeks blows mailboxes out of facade in Osdorp
A second explosion in two weeks has damaged mailboxes and a parked car at an apartment complex in the Osdorp district of Amsterdam. Police are investigating the incident and seeking witnesses to deter...
Will Amsterdam get new Michelin-starred restaurants today?
The new Michelin star awards for Dutch restaurants are being revealed today during a ceremony held in Maastricht. The industry is anticipating updates regarding new star recipients, potential losses, ...
A rat in Watergraafsmeer that even German television is coming to see
A rat infestation in Amsterdam's Watergraafsmeer district has attracted the attention of German broadcaster ZDF, which is filming a documentary on urban pest control. Municipal health officials visite...