Amsterdam News in English
Amsterdam news in English — daily headlines from Dutch local newspapers covering housing, transport, city politics, neighbourhoods, culture and events, for expats, international students and English-speaking residents.
German signing Brandt settles in at Amsterdam: "Wonderful club"
New Ajax signing Julian Brandt expressed his happiness at joining the club following a 2-0 victory against PEC Zwolle. Meanwhile, manager Míchel Sánchez clarified that forward Mika Godts started on ...
Mika Godts confirms talks with PSG: ‘Until there is an agreement, I will play every minute for Ajax’
Ajax winger Mika Godts has confirmed that he is in talks with Paris Saint-Germain regarding a potential transfer. Despite the interest from the French club, Godts remains committed to performing for A...
Hans and Dieneke allowed back in home after 1.5 years: judge rules eviction was disproportionate
A couple who spent 1.5 years in a caravan after being evicted from their home following their son's criminal activities has been granted the right to return by a judge. Although the eviction was legal...
Full of Amsterdam bravado, Ajax kicks off the season in Zwolle
Ajax begins its Eredivisie season with a match against PEC Zwolle today. Coming off three consecutive Conference League victories, the Amsterdam-based team enters the game with high confidence under c...
From the Magic of the Zeedijk to B&B Vol Liefde: what you could read about Amsterdam this week
This week's highlights in Amsterdam included stories about a local resident moving to Ibiza, a charming house in Durgerdam, and reflections on WorldPride. Additionally, the week featured coverage of a...
Police seek identity of man found dead in water with distinctive ring and compass
Police in Amsterdam are seeking the identity of a deceased man found in the water near the Westelijke Merwedekanaaldijk on August 3. The man, estimated to be between 40 and 60 years old, was found wit...
Eclipse glasses on! Watch the solar eclipse from this Amsterdam rooftop
On Wednesday, August 12, a partial solar eclipse will be visible over Amsterdam. Viewers are encouraged to head to rooftops in the city to observe the celestial event alongside the Perseid meteor show...
Line dancing is the new hit in Amsterdam: "Finally, there's room for country"
American-style line dancing is gaining significant popularity in Amsterdam, led by instructor Riley McGann. Participants from across the country are attending these sold-out classes, which offer a mod...
In pictures | WorldPride in Amsterdam concludes with colorful Pride March
The WorldPride event in Amsterdam concluded on Saturday with its traditional Pride March. The colorful parade drew participants to the city, and highlights of the festivities have been documented in a...
Man injured in stabbing on Nieuwezijds Voorburgwal
A man was injured in a suspected stabbing incident on the Nieuwezijds Voorburgwal in Amsterdam city center on the evening of the incident. Emergency services were deployed to the scene and the victim ...
Oos Kesbeke: I am no gourmet, I either like it or I don't
Oos Kesbeke, known as the pickle king of Amsterdam, discusses his personal life, aging, and culinary preferences in an interview with Mezza magazine. He shares insights into his routine, including his...
Son Mieux band members Maud Akkermans and Olivier Lucas announce they are expecting a baby
Maud Akkermans and Olivier Lucas, members of the Dutch band Son Mieux, have announced that they are expecting a baby. Due to her pregnancy, Akkermans will be absent from the band's upcoming European t...
Ted Lasso actress enjoys Dutch lessons for the new season
Actress Hannah Waddingham shared that she enjoyed learning Dutch for her role as Rebecca in the new season of the series Ted Lasso. In the show, her character learns the language from her boyfriend, w...
Motorist drives 150 km/h in city center and asks for a warning
Police in Amsterdam confiscated a car and a driver's license after they were caught driving 146 km/h in a 50 km/h zone. The driver, who was stopped as part of a Europe-wide speed enforcement campaign,...
Four suspects chased and arrested after yet another break-in at fire station
Police arrested four suspects following a high-speed chase that ended near Rembrandtpark in Amsterdam after a break-in at a fire station in Aalsmeer. The incident is part of a string of recent burglar...
Final day of World Pride arrives with protest march and closing concert
The final day of the two-week World Pride event in Amsterdam features a protest march from the President Kennedylaan to the Museumplein. The celebration concludes with a concert at the Pride Village, ...
Hoofddorpplein renovated with its own 'amphitheatre': "Amsterdam's calling card"
The Hoofddorpplein in Amsterdam has undergone a two-and-a-half-year renovation featuring a new amphitheater and seating area designed to improve community interaction. Funded by neighborhood budgets, ...
Julian Brandt could have joined clubs worldwide: But Ajax and Jordi kept playing on my mind
German footballer Julian Brandt decided to join Ajax as a free agent despite interest from clubs worldwide. He chose the Amsterdam club to take on the challenge of helping with their reconstruction.
Police release footage of foiled 2022 assassination attempt: 'Turn around! Hands against the wall'
Police have released footage from a 2022 operation in Amsterdam where they successfully prevented an attempted assassination. The intervention was triggered by a distress call from a man who spotted t...
Mentrum patient holds nurse in chokehold for minutes during escape attempt
A 29-year-old patient at the Mentrum care facility in Amsterdam has been sentenced to six months in prison and conditional psychiatric treatment for holding a nurse in a chokehold during an escape att...
"It feels like piracy": Party boats thunder into Muider bedrooms
Residents of Muiden are experiencing significant noise pollution from loud music on party boats traveling across the IJmeer. While local authorities struggle with enforcement due to the boats moving a...
Barrie Stevens reflects on death of friend Peter Faber: "He embraced life fully"
Actor Peter Faber has passed away at the age of 82, leaving behind a legacy of iconic film roles and dedicated work with youth through his foundation. His friend and colleague Barrie Stevens remembers...
Ajax to start without Brandt and Ter Stegen against PEC Zwolle
Ajax coach Míchel Sánchez announced that new signings Julian Brandt and Marc ter Stegen will not start in the team's opening Eredivisie match against PEC Zwolle. The club is also managing squad fitn...
Brandi Carlile to perform at AFAS Live six months later than planned
American singer Brandi Carlile has rescheduled her performance at AFAS Live in Amsterdam from October 27 to April 2 due to personal circumstances. The concert will take place nearly six months later t...
K3 doesn't understand criticism of Pride Amsterdam performance: 'It's actually important'
The girl group K3 faced backlash on social media following their surprise performance at WorldPride in Amsterdam this past Saturday. The group members expressed confusion regarding the criticism, stat...
14-year-old girl missing from Southeast, police and family concerned
Police and family are concerned for 14-year-old Foske, who went missing yesterday in the Zuidoost district of Amsterdam. A witness last spotted the teenager this morning near Diemen, and authorities a...
Burglary wave at fire stations continues: Badhoevedorp station targeted again
A fire station in Badhoevedorp was the target of an attempted break-in during the early hours of the morning, though nothing was stolen. This incident is part of a broader wave of burglaries targeting...
Roundabout art series: A ship full of shit
Artist Hans van Bentem has installed a new sculpture titled 'All Aboard' on the Seineweg/Basisweg roundabout in Amsterdam. The artwork, which depicts a ship without a captain, serves as a metaphor for...
Ajax also warns of data breach at logistics partner
Football club Ajax has warned that customer data may have been exposed due to a security breach at its logistics partner, CEVA. While financial information remains secure, the club has suspended data ...
Tip: Historic Amsterdam engines run, thump, and smoke at Museum 't Kromhout
Museum 't Kromhout in Amsterdam offers visitors the chance to see historical Kromhout ship engines in operation. The museum, which is managed by volunteers, is located on the original site where the f...