Amsterdam News in English
Daily Amsterdam news translated from Dutch local newspapers into English for expats, international students, and digital nomads.
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...
Even better weather likely this Wednesday
After temperatures hit 11°C in Amsterdam today, the region faces a cloudy and rainy period through Monday. However, forecasts predict the arrival of spring-like weather next Wednesday, with temperatu...
Wout Weghorst is barely in the picture at Ajax: why does no one believe in the ‘gamechanger’ anymore?
Wout Weghorst's role at Ajax has reached its most limited point since joining the club, raising concerns about his future and playing time. With his contract expiring and the World Cup approaching, th...
How mounted police operate during high-risk Ajax matches: "Things can escalate massively"
Amsterdam's mounted police deployed 24 horses to maintain public order during a high-risk football match between Ajax and Olympiakos. Units were positioned in the city center and near the Johan Cruijf...
LIVE Eredivisie | Ajax host season revelation NEC in direct battle for third place
Ajax is set to host NEC at the Johan Cruijff Arena tonight in a significant Eredivisie matchup between two teams currently tied at 42 points. The 21:00 kick-off serves as a direct battle for third pla...
Life can be lonely as a Palestinian in Amsterdam: ‘We long for a safe space to share our pain’
The newly formed Palestinian Network Amsterdam (PNA) has launched a series of gatherings to provide a safe, supportive space for Palestinians in the city to connect and heal from collective trauma. Su...
Comedian Eric van Sauers ashamed he doesn’t want to perform in Limburg and Groningen: ‘That arrogance. As if I'm too big for that’
Dutch comedian Eric van Sauers expressed regret for excluding distant Dutch provinces from his theater tour to avoid long travel times, labeling the decision as arrogant. He reflected on his 42-year r...
Marco Oskam (59) started as a glass collector, now owner of the Casablanca for 25 years
Marco Oskam is celebrating 25 years as the owner of Café Casablanca, a landmark jazz and karaoke bar in Amsterdam’s Zeedijk district that dates back to 1946. Having started at the establishment as ...
Amsterdam-Noord’s frayed edges under pressure: ‘Without these places, you become a kind of Almere. That is a choice’
Rapid population growth in Amsterdam-Noord is threatening the survival of unique creative and community-led "fringes" as temporary leases expire to make room for housing and sports facilities. Residen...
These Americans traded the US for Amsterdam because of Trump
A growing number of Americans are emigrating to the Netherlands, particularly Amsterdam, driven by political dissatisfaction and safety concerns in the United States. Statistics from the Dutch Immigra...
Why the assassination of underworld kingpin Stanley Hillis still raises questions 15 years later
Stanley Hillis, a prominent leader in the Amsterdam underworld, was assassinated on February 21, 2011, while attending a meeting in the Watergraafsmeer district. Despite undercover police officers mon...
The best restaurants for dining out in Amsterdam
Food critic Mara Grimm has compiled an interactive map featuring her Amsterdam restaurant reviews since early 2022, which allows users to filter selections by price, rating, and location. The guide hi...
Shooting in Amsterdam West, man seriously injured
A man was seriously injured during a shooting at the corner of Marco Polostraat and Davisstraat in Amsterdam-West around 10:20 PM. The victim was transported to the hospital with non-life-threatening ...
Sale of Diemerbos forest scrapped: ‘We said: we won’t let that happen’
The sale of the Diemerbos recreation area between Diemen and Amsterdam has been averted for the next two years after local and provincial governments reached a joint financial agreement. The funding a...
György Kurtág’s 100th birthday at the Muziekgebouw is a celebration without the deep seriousness of his work
Amsterdam’s Muziekgebouw hosted a tribute concert to celebrate the 100th birthday of Hungarian composer György Kurtág, featuring musicians with long-standing ties to his work. The program included...
Public art not representative: Amsterdam is a male stronghold when looking at statues
The city of Amsterdam is developing a new policy framework to ensure its 1,750 public artworks and monuments are more representative of its diverse population. Research indicates that women, people wi...
Mayor Halsema: homeless foreign crack addicts may be repatriated more often
Amsterdam Mayor Femke Halsema has proposed scaling up the voluntary repatriation of homeless foreign drug users, particularly Eastern European migrants, to address the city's growing crack cocaine pro...
Firefighter Steven van de Looij (55) extinguished the fire in the Vondelkerk
Steven van de Looij, acting fire commander of Amsterdam-Amstelland, led the response to a significant fire at the historic Vondelkerk church during his first hours on the job on New Year's Eve. To pre...