Amsterdam News in English
Latest amsterdam headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
Traffic jam on A1 at Hilversum-Noord due to accident
A three-vehicle accident on the A1 near Hilversum-Noord has caused significant lane closures and traffic delays of about 45 minutes. Authorities expect the roadway to be fully cleared and reopened aro...
A cover letter with your bid? Sellers at Open House Day in Amsterdam don't even read them: 'It's all about the best price'
During the Open Huizen Dag in Amsterdam, sellers are prioritizing the highest financial bids over personal motivation letters from prospective buyers. Despite concerns about a cooling housing market a...
43-year-old Amsterdam man dies in Hoofddorp crime, suspect arrested
A 43-year-old man from Amsterdam was discovered dead in a forest in Hoofddorp on Friday morning, with police confirming his death resulted from a crime. Authorities have arrested a 28-year-old suspect...
Review: The Ziggo Dome erupts during the Princess Mononoke percussion solo at the Concertgebouw Orchestra and Joe Hisaishi concert
Composer Joe Hisaishi performed alongside the Concertgebouworkest at the Ziggo Dome in Amsterdam. The concert attracted 13,000 fans who were captivated by the performance, particularly during the perc...
34-year-old man shot dead at hospitality venue, police hunt for tattooed shooter
A 34-year-old man was killed in a shooting near a hospitality venue on the Amstelveenseweg in Amsterdam early Saturday morning. Police are currently searching for a male suspect with a tattoo on his r...
Rotisserie, grilled or fried: 7 of the best chicken spots in Amsterdam
This article highlights seven top-rated restaurants in Amsterdam known for their exceptional chicken dishes. From classic rotisserie and Portuguese-style grilled chicken to Korean fried chicken and go...
No trains to and from Amsterdam Central
ProRail is performing essential maintenance on platforms and station facilities at Amsterdam Centraal, resulting in a temporary halt to all train traffic. Travelers are advised to use the metro or rep...
Historic North Sea Canal celebrates 150th anniversary with special TV series
The North Sea Canal is marking its 150th anniversary with a commemorative three-part television series. Constructed in the 19th century to improve access for larger ships to Amsterdam, the canal trans...
Screen Time | Trump fans the AI flames further as regulations remain absent
President Donald Trump and tech executives have agreed to a set of voluntary safety standards for artificial intelligence, though critics argue that self-regulation is insufficient compared to formal ...
One dead in shooting on Amstelveenseweg
A person was killed in a shooting on the Amstelveenseweg in Amsterdam early this morning. Police are currently investigating the incident, but no arrests have been made and the victim's identity remai...
At the Eye restaurant, even the wine tastes like juice and sawdust
Mara Grimm visited the restaurant at the Eye Filmmuseum for a monthly review. She noted that while the food is visually appealing, the actual taste and quality of the dishes are disappointing.
Wallis (33) from Scotland thinks we shouldn't complain so much about Amsterdam: 'This city is amazing in every phase of life'
Scottish native Wallis Grant, who moved to Amsterdam for her studies, now resides in the city's Oost district with her family. She rejects common complaints about the city, arguing that Amsterdam is a...
Julia Mekkes (33) pleads criminal cases, makes podcasts and runs a sandwich shop: 'In my head I am a lawyer, everything else moves around that'
Criminal defense attorney Julia Mekkes balances her legal practice in Amsterdam with running a sandwich shop on the Gerard Doustraat and hosting a successful podcast. Despite her diverse projects, she...
Jorge’s style: ‘Today I’m wearing gold glitter underwear by Calvin Klein’
Photographer Carly Wollaert captures the unique and vibrant personal styles of individuals on the streets of Amsterdam. The project aims to showcase how people use their fashion choices to bring color...
Presenter Floris Göbel lives in the Jordaan with his ball python Mr. Tortellini: ‘He’s my buddy, even if the love is a bit one-sided’
Presenter and animal expert Floris Göbel shares his dedication to wildlife protection while living in Amsterdam with his pet royal python, Meneer Tortellini. Göbel utilizes his platform to advocate ...
Amsterdam firefighters climb Mount Kilimanjaro to process traumatic incidents
A team of Amsterdam firefighters is traveling to Tanzania to climb Mount Kilimanjaro in an effort to process traumatic incidents and build mental resilience. Led by experienced personnel like Peter We...
Do you know what your hair looks like after a neurosurgeon? – How reporter Jop van Kempen reluctantly started wearing a bike helmet
Reporter Jop van Kempen decided to start wearing a cycling helmet to set a safer example for his children despite his previous reluctance. While research shows helmets significantly decrease head inju...
Ramez Ramzy (33) had to sell half of his hospitality empire: 'Of course I look in the mirror to see what went wrong. But I'm not dwelling on it'
Entrepreneur Ramez Ramzy has sold nearly half of his hospitality businesses following a period of over-expansion after the pandemic. He is now focused on improving the value of his remaining venues ra...
Yvonne (54) is disabled and would like a sewing machine to make clothes for her dog Jantje
Amsterdam resident Yvonne Tulp is seeking a sewing machine to make clothes for her dog after being forced to stop working due to illness. Additionally, an Iranian asylum seeker named Mohammad Nojavan ...
Giovanni S. (30) was known to care agencies for years and neighbors reported problems: two weeks later he stabbed three young parents
Giovanni S., a 30-year-old man previously known to social services, stabbed three young parents in an Amsterdam-Oost apartment complex last December. Concerned neighbors had reported warning signs abo...
Part of Osdorp City Park cordoned off due to suspicious package
Police have cordoned off part of Stadspark Osdorp in Amsterdam after a suspicious package was discovered in the area. An explosives expert is investigating the site to determine if military assistance...
Car flips onto roof at A10-West exit, driver taken to hospital
A female driver was hospitalized following a single-vehicle accident on Friday evening near the A10-West exit in Amsterdam. The car overturned and struck a traffic light, though the exact cause of the...
Car lands on its roof near A10 West, two injured
Two people were taken to the hospital after their car flipped over on the Henk Sneevlietweg near the A10 West exit in Amsterdam. The accident resulted in the closure of the ramp to the A4 and A10 Sout...
Vibrations forbidden in new VU building: "We measure down to the billionth of a second"
The Vrije Universiteit in Amsterdam has opened a new research building designed with advanced concrete foundations to block vibrations from nearby traffic and public transport. These specialized measu...
Halsema: number of tourists must be curbed, even if it costs the hospitality industry visitors
Amsterdam Mayor Femke Halsema has stated that the city must actively reduce the number of annual tourists to protect local livability and curb negative issues like waste. Although she acknowledges tha...
Sound barrier on A10-West catches fire for the fifth time: why is this happening?
A sound barrier along the A10-West in Amsterdam has experienced five fires since May within a five-kilometer stretch. Local authorities are investigating the cause of these frequent incidents along th...
On the trail of hornet hunters in Amsterdam: If the acid she sprays gets in your eyes, you’ll be temporarily blind
The invasive yellow-legged hornet is spreading across Amsterdam, with nests capable of housing thousands of individuals. Hobbyist beekeepers are using specialized tracking technology and bait stations...
Urgent camera surveillance at Amstellandlaan in Weesp
Mayor Halsema has initiated emergency camera surveillance at the Amstellandlaan in Weesp for one month following public order disturbances on the weekend of September 26 and 27. The specific details r...
Grevynio G. (23) suspected of shooting man in the leg in Slotervaart: prosecution seeks 3 years and 4 months in prison
Prosecutors are requesting a 40-month prison sentence for 23-year-old Grevynio G. for his alleged role in directing a shooting in Amsterdam-Slotervaart. The incident, which took place on March 7, 2025...
How Amsterdam tried to convince Alkmaar not to allow Israeli fans at the AZ match
Authorities in Amsterdam urged Alkmaar to ban visiting Israeli supporters from an AZ football match scheduled for October 15. The city's leadership feared that the arrival of Hapoel Beer Sheva fans wo...