Amsterdam News in English
Daily Amsterdam news translated from Dutch local newspapers into English for expats, international students, and digital nomads.
Vodafone sells stake in VodafoneZiggo, Ziggo to list in Amsterdam in 2027
British telecom company Vodafone has agreed to sell its 50% stake in the Dutch joint venture VodafoneZiggo to its partner Liberty Global for €1 billion in cash. VodafoneZiggo will be integrated into...
Heated Stek Oost debate ends in motion of censure supported only by part of the opposition
Amsterdam city councilors Zita Pels and Rutger Groot Wassink faced an interpellation debate on Wednesday regarding safety concerns at Stek Oost, a housing complex for refugees and young starters. Oppo...
From Sinterklaas arrival to neighborhood parties: 2.5 million euros for events in 2026
The city has allocated over 2.5 million euros in subsidies for events across Amsterdam and Weesp scheduled for 2026. These funds will support a wide range of activities, from large-scale traditions li...
PvdA, GroenLinks and D66 neck-and-neck in poll a month before municipal elections
A recent poll for the Amsterdam municipal elections shows PvdA, GroenLinks, and D66 in a neck-and-neck race, with PvdA currently leading at 17.8% of the projected vote. While the VVD and BIJ1 are expe...
What Amsterdammers think of Amsterdam's nightlife
An investigation was conducted to understand how residents of Amsterdam experience and value the city's night culture. The study provides insights into the opinions and appreciation of locals regardin...
Vote at the Stopera: heated debate over safety at Stek Oost
The Amsterdam City Council is holding a final debate before the upcoming election recess to address safety concerns at the Stek Oost housing complex following several violent and sexual incidents. Cou...
Aldermen to explain Stek Oost today after new information surfaces
Amsterdam Aldermen Pels and Groot Wassink are facing a formal interpellation debate today regarding safety failures and alleged misinformation surrounding the Stek Oost mixed housing complex. The inqu...
Amsterdam seeks vote heroes (and you get paid for it)
The City of Amsterdam is recruiting paid volunteers to help manage polling stations for the upcoming municipal and district elections on March 18, 2026. These workers are essential for overseeing the ...
Simone (25) is looking for a quieter spot in the city: ‘On weekends it’s like Disneyland here’
Simone van Ommen, a 25-year-old freelance creative, is seeking a quieter home in Amsterdam after six years of living in the increasingly touristy Haarlemmerbuurt. She is looking for a studio or a prof...
Cappuccino for less than €3.20? It’s possible at these 6 spots in Amsterdam
While the average price of a cappuccino in Amsterdam has risen to €4.18 due to high overhead costs, several local cafes still offer the beverage for under €3.20. This guide identifies six affordab...
Dutchman takes train to Prague with 100,000 euros to buy expensive cars, but journey ends early
A 31-year-old Dutch man was intercepted by German authorities near Dresden while traveling by train from Amsterdam to Prague with over 100,000 euros in cash. Although he claimed the money was intended...
More Amsterdam children vaccinated in 2025
The number of children and young people aged 4 to 18 in Amsterdam who received vaccinations following an invitation from the GGD increased in 2025. This development marks a continued rise in the vacci...
A coffee with Sabrina Grossman (Amsterdam Alternative Alliance): With a disability, it's extreme sports here
Sabrina Grossman, leader of the Amsterdamse Alternatieve Alliantie (AAA), is campaigning for the Amsterdam municipal elections with a platform focused on "radical unity" and improved city accessibilit...
Helping out at the elections?
Recruitment is underway for volunteers to assist with the upcoming elections on March 18. Organizers are seeking individuals to serve as (deputy) polling station chairpersons and to help with the coun...
A Family, starring Carice van Houten, portrays the dynamics of a family falling apart
Directors Mees Peijnenburg and Muriel d’Ansembourg presented their respective films, "A Family" and "Truly Naked," at the Berlin Film Festival. Peijnenburg’s drama, starring Carice van Houten, exp...
Young children can play freely at Papote in De Baarsjes (and parents eat well)
Sophia de Rosnay has opened Papote, a soft play café in Amsterdam’s De Baarsjes neighborhood designed to provide a welcoming space for both parents and young children. Inspired by London’s café ...
Jewelry store targeted in overnight burglary in Deventer, two 18-year-olds from Amsterdam arrested
Two 18-year-old men from Amsterdam were arrested following a burglary at a Lucardi jewelry store in Deventer early Tuesday morning. The suspects caused significant damage to the shop on Lange Bisschop...
Information sessions on living with brain injury in Haarlem, Amsterdam, Krommenie and Obdam
The organization Hersenz is hosting a series of information sessions focused on coping with brain injuries and their long-term consequences. These meetings are scheduled to take place in several Dutch...
Tax bills are on the way
Tax assessments are being issued once again, with updated information regarding changes for the current year. The provided details explain what has changed and outline the various methods available fo...
800 temporary student housing units in Zuidas extended by one year
800 temporary student housing units on Antonio Vivaldistraat in Amsterdam's Zuidas district will remain available for an additional academic year. This extension ensures that the accommodations stay a...
David Hielkema: Disappointed D66 voters seem to be returning to GroenLinks and PvdA
Recent polling by Het Parool and AT5 shows a tight three-way race between Amsterdam's current coalition parties ahead of the March 18 municipal elections. D66 is no longer projected to be the largest ...
A coffee with Daniël van Duijn (LEF): We want a rave island near Pampus
Daniël van Duijn, leader of the LEF party, is campaigning for the Amsterdam municipal elections with a platform focused on youth interests and unconventional urban projects. His key proposals include...
Housing market, waste and safety play major role for municipal election panel members
A survey of over 2,100 Amsterdam residents reveals that the housing shortage, waste management, and public safety are the primary concerns for voters ahead of the upcoming municipal elections. While 9...
Boekhandel De Duif in North also offers meetups for knitting enthusiasts
Bibi Scholten van Aschat opened De Duif, a community-focused bookstore in Amsterdam-Noord, which has become a local hub since its launch in December. Funded partly through crowdfunding, the shop offer...
He received a 10 from Mara Grimm, but where does Choux chef Merijn van Berlo like to eat?
Merijn van Berlo, the acclaimed chef of Amsterdam restaurant Choux, has shared his personal list of favorite dining spots and specific dishes across the city. His recommendations range from casual sta...
Danh Vo is a collector, scavenger and tinkerer – the Stedelijk now displays his montages of historical fragments
The Stedelijk Museum in Amsterdam is hosting an exhibition by Vietnamese-Danish artist Danh Vo, titled πνεῦμα (Ἔλισσα), which features assemblages of historical and personal artifacts. T...
A coffee with Patrick van Bronswijk (The Voice of Amsterdam): I'm really not doing it for fun
Patrick van Bronswijk, the lead candidate for the new party "De Stem van Amsterdam," is running in the city's municipal elections to address urgent concerns regarding safety, waste management, and exc...
'Sinatra' returns to Concertgebouw after nearly 50 years: "You can't tell the difference"
Frank Sinatra impersonator "Frank in Person" will perform with nearly 100 student musicians at Amsterdam’s Concertgebouw on February 28, marking nearly 50 years since the original artist appeared at...
Coffee with Kok Chan (NLPlan): "I see no Asian council members to represent the community"
Kok Chan, leader of the NLPlan party, is campaigning for the Amsterdam city council to address a lack of representation for the Chinese and Asian communities. His primary platform is a "youth master p...
Car drives off bridge into water, driver hospitalized
A driver was hospitalized after crashing through a bridge railing on the N200 near Halfweg and landing in the water around 4:00 AM. The driver managed to escape the vehicle and swim to shore, where a ...