Amsterdam News in English
Daily Amsterdam news translated from Dutch local newspapers into English for expats, international students, and digital nomads.
Election van tours Amsterdam ahead of elections
An election cart is touring Amsterdam to engage with residents and answer questions ahead of the municipal elections on March 18. Organizers aim to increase voter turnout by explaining the local impac...
The Jacksons to the Netherlands in May
Man acquitted of fraud after staying in luxury hotels without paying thousands of euros
Daycare substitute suspected of indecently touching children
A 66-year-old substitute teacher at a daycare in Amsterdam is suspected of indecently touching two children. The Public Prosecution Service is also prosecuting the suspect for creating child pornograp...
Rapper Yukkie B dies at 56
Dutch rapper Yukkie B has passed away at the age of 56 following a battle with kidney cancer. His death on Sunday was announced by his former partner on Monday.
Most crimes in the Netherlands in Amsterdam: 63 per 1,000 residents
Amsterdam recorded the highest crime rate in the Netherlands with 63 traditional crimes per 1,000 residents, although this figure has decreased significantly from previous years. A report by the CBS h...
Rijksmuseum discovers new Rembrandt after two years of research
The Rijksmuseum has officially identified the 1633 painting 'The Vision of Zacharias in the Temple' as an authentic work by Rembrandt. The confirmation comes after two years of intensive scientific re...
A vegan day in Amsterdam! Breakfast, lunch, snacks, dinner: here's where to go!
In honor of the National Week Without Meat and Dairy, which has run annually since 2018, this article offers a guide to vegan dining in Amsterdam. The initiative aims to encourage individuals to reduc...
Son Mieux plays new album four times in 24 hours upon release
The Hague-based band Son Mieux will perform four special shows within a 24-hour period to celebrate the release of their new album, "24 Hours." The events are scheduled for April 10 and 11 at De Weste...
Explosive through letterbox of home in Amsterdam-Noord
Air France-KLM big loser on Amsterdam exchange due to Middle East unrest, Shell gains
On Monday, Air France-KLM shares dropped nearly 10% on the Amsterdam stock exchange amid rising tensions in the Middle East. Meanwhile, energy giant Shell saw its stock rise by 6.5% as oil and gas pri...
House shot at on Van Speijkstraat in West
A residence on Van Speijkstraat in Amsterdam's De Baarsjes neighborhood was targeted in a shooting overnight, with five bullets striking a window. Although several people were inside the home at the t...
Explosive thrown through letterbox in Banne-Buiksloot
An explosive was thrown through the letterbox of an apartment in Amsterdam-Noord early Monday morning, causing significant damage. Several people were inside the residence at the time, but no injuries...
Writer Sarah Meuleman (48) granted access to the hidden world of the Amstel Hotel
Four friendly restroom attendants in Amsterdam: ‘We’re actually like hairdressers’
Just try finding a suitable location for psychiatric and addicted people, says HVO-Querido director: 'We are less tolerant'
Broers and Kek! brewers open inn in historic building in Ouderkerk aan de Amstel
Between Art and Choice with Juliet Broersen (Volt) and Sytze Rijpkema (Ja21)
Political candidates Juliet Broersen (Volt) and Sytze Rijpkema (JA21) participated in the program 'Tussen Kunst en Kies' at the STRAAT Museum in Amsterdam to create street art reflecting their politic...
Dancing on Dam Square over the death of the ayatollah: ‘He is a monster, and he is in the ground’
Hundreds of Iranians gathered at Dam Square in Amsterdam on Sunday afternoon to celebrate the reported death of Ayatollah Khamenei. Participants expressed relief and joy, with some stating they had be...
Protest march against housing shortage: You can't live in bullshit
Protesters in Amsterdam held a "Wooncrisis City Sightseeing Tour" march to demonstrate against the housing crisis, high rents, and building vacancies. The march highlighted the contrast between 22,000...
How Ajax lacked any seriousness in Zwolle to finish second
Ajax drew 0-0 against PEC Zwolle on Sunday, failing to capitalize on an opportunity to secure second place in the league. The team and coach Fred Grim were criticized for a lack of urgency and focus i...
Iranian-Dutch on Dam Square: ‘These are the regime's final days. Finally, it’s happening’
In 30 years, the Canta has grown into a proud symbol of working-class Amsterdam
Ajax barely capitalizes on NEC defeat with 0-0 draw at PEC Zwolle
Ajax played to a 0-0 draw against PEC Zwolle on Sunday, failing to significantly capitalize on NEC's defeat to Fortuna Sittard. Following the result, Ajax remains in third place in the league standing...
Life-sized chessboard returns to the city after years, now at Frederiksplein
A life-size chessboard has officially opened at Frederiksplein in Amsterdam after previous locations at Max Euweplein and Museumplein were closed due to noise complaints. The project was realized thro...
Heemstede man (21) sentenced to community service for role in Amsterdam explosion; family with baby forced to flee fire
A 21-year-old man from Heemstede has been sentenced to 43 days of juvenile detention and 60 hours of community service for his involvement in an explosion at an apartment building in Amsterdam-Osdorp....
Iranians gather at Dam Square after death of Khamenei
Iranians gathered on Dam Square in Amsterdam to celebrate the reported death of Iran's supreme leader Ali Khamenei following military strikes. The participants planned a march to the American consulat...
City gets support center for domestic violence and child abuse
A new branch of Filomena, a support center for victims of domestic violence and child abuse, is opening in Amsterdam-West this Tuesday. The facility integrates various specialists under one roof, allo...
The right antibiotic within an hour: Dutch device promises breakthrough
Striker Weghorst returns to Ajax starting line-up against PEC
Ajax forward Wout Weghorst returns to the starting lineup for Sunday's match against PEC Zwolle after recovering from an ankle injury. The striker, who had been limited to substitute appearances since...