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.
ICL to face significantly higher fines for future violations
Fertilizer factory ICL faces a tenfold increase in potential fines, rising to 1.25 million euros, if it exceeds future emission standards in the Amsterdam area. The environmental agency implemented th...
Festivals ban techno DJs following misconduct allegations
Several techno DJs have been barred from major Dutch music festivals, including Verknipt, DGTL, Awakenings, and Dominator, following allegations of sexual misconduct. Organizers confirmed the decision...
85 years after the February Strike: What the underground Parool wrote about the start of mass protests against Jewish persecution
City and Film Fund aim to bring European counterpart to the Oscars to Amsterdam
Last chance: free lead check for your garden
Homeowners with private gardens can request a free soil check to test for lead until May 2026. This initiative is designed to help residents ensure the safety of their garden environment at no cost.
Linnaeusstraat dates back to 1308
The Linneausstraat is scheduled to undergo a major renovation to improve its infrastructure. The historic street has a long legacy, with origins dating back to 1308.
Dutch Safety Board investigates KLM collision at Schiphol
The Dutch Safety Board (OVV) and Air Traffic Control the Netherlands (LVNL) have initiated investigations following a collision between two KLM aircraft at Schiphol Airport. Both organizations are con...
Survey on IJtunnel closure: Potential hour of extra travel time during rush hour
Amsterdam has launched a survey to prepare motorists for the IJtunnel's year-long closure starting in summer 2027, which could add up to an hour of travel time during peak hours. The municipality is s...
NH Helps: who will help William get his 'therapy garden' back in order?
William Jansen, a stroke survivor living in Amsterdam, is seeking volunteers via the 'NH Helpt' initiative to help restore his overgrown 'therapy garden.' Due to mobility and speech issues, he require...
Nine months juvenile detention after Heemskerk explosion; teen also guilty of home robbery in Zuidoostbeemster
A 19-year-old man from Amsterdam has been sentenced to nine months of youth detention by the Haarlem district court. He was convicted for his involvement in an explosion in Heemskerk and a violent hom...
8 nature playgrounds in Amsterdam where kids can let off steam
Snoop Dogg could have sold out the Melkweg 70 times (!) – why did he choose this stage?
Free lead testing in Amsterdam gardens: ‘Residents were shocked by the results’
International vote could be decisive in Amsterdam elections
Mega-talent Yara Akkerman (16) signs with top club Amsterdam: ‘It was an extremely difficult choice’
Sixteen-year-old sports talent Yara Akkerman has signed a contract with the top-tier club Amsterdam, departing from the Hague region this coming summer. She noted that the decision was difficult but u...
Violinist Isabelle Faust performs Kurtág’s Kafka Fragments as Muziekgebouw artist-in-residence
TikTokers cycling through Amsterdam: ‘We don’t intentionally cycle faster to hit a tourist’
Suspect in Beverwijk hostage-taking, assault, and extortion released as flight risk recedes
A 27-year-old man from Amsterdam, suspected of hostage-taking, assault, and extortion in Beverwijk, will be released from pre-trial detention this Friday. The North Holland District Court ruled that t...
Nanning Hagendoorn (76) has been building aquariums for 53 years, the last 11 in the IJmuiden port area
Nanning Hagendoorn, 76, has been building aquariums for 53 years and is currently based in the IJmuiden port area. After a long career that included running shops in Amsterdam and Haarlem, he is now c...
What’s recently towering over the skyline of North?
A massive wind turbine installation ship named the Windmover is currently docked at Damen Shiprepair in Amsterdam-Noord, featuring a 208-meter high crane that towers over the city skyline. The vessel ...
Motivator Zian Flemming makes Burnley believe in survival: ‘I personally did everything to change something’
Amsterdam-born forward Zian Flemming scored a key goal in Burnley's 1-1 draw against Chelsea to assist the club's battle against Premier League relegation. Flemming expressed his strong determination ...
Rembrandtplein venues deploy mobile security against street dealer nuisance on weekdays
Whale jaw found in Zeeland comes from closed Zoological Museum in Amsterdam
Third edition of Porn Film Festival Amsterdam: ‘Porn is so much more than a 10-minute jerk-off video’
Maarten Paes is tenth Ajax goalkeeper in five years: how did the revolving door in goal come about?
Maarten Paes has become the tenth goalkeeper to play for Ajax in the last five years, highlighting a period of significant instability for the position at the club. The Dutch team has struggled to dev...
A coffee with Peter van der Helm (Libertarian Party): Amsterdam now only a city for the rich
Peter van der Helm, leader of the Libertarian Party in Amsterdam, advocates for drastic cuts to the city's civil service and a significant reduction in regulations and taxes. Drawing inspiration from ...
No trains to and from Amsterdam Zuid this weekend
There will be no train traffic to and from Amsterdam Zuid station on Saturday, February 28, and Sunday, March 1, due to renovation work. ProRail stated that the closure is necessary for the ongoing re...
Amsterdam allocates half a million euros to Kyiv
The city of Amsterdam has allocated €500,000 to assist the Ukrainian capital, Kyiv, in restoring its energy infrastructure. This financial support is intended to help repair and maintain the city's ...
Prosecutors demand 15 years and psychiatric treatment on appeal for killing sex worker
The Public Prosecution Service has requested a 15-year prison sentence and mandatory psychiatric treatment for 37-year-old Sander K. in an appeal case. K. is accused of raping and killing 34-year-old ...
Tram 26 test runs to new IJburg islands begin
The GVB has started test runs for the extension of tram line 26 to the new islands of IJburg, including Centrumeiland and Strandeiland. The testing checks infrastructure like overhead lines and cleara...