Amsterdam News in English
Latest amsterdam headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
Will there be a referendum on an Amsterdam boycott of Israel?
A citizen collective has submitted a formal request for a referendum in Amsterdam concerning a municipal boycott of Israel, listing ten specific demands such as severing ties with Israeli institutions...
Will there be a referendum on an Amsterdam boycott of Israel?
A citizen collective has submitted a request for a referendum in Amsterdam to implement a ten-point boycott of Israel, targeting municipal ties, procurement, and cultural cooperation. The initiative h...
Woman (22) from Heerhugowaard suspected of stabbing at Amsterdam ferry
A 22-year-old woman from Heerhugowaard was arrested following a stabbing incident near the ferry at Amsterdam Central Station on Monday. A man sustained minor injuries in the attack, and the suspect w...
Óscar García ‘proud’ to be Ajax coach: ‘A great honor, like being manager of Barcelona’
New Ajax coach Óscar García expressed his pride in leading the club, comparing the honor to coaching Barcelona. He described himself as a demanding coach ahead of the team's upcoming match against S...
Politics on the Amstel: Will the coalition stay in power or will Amsterdam change course?
Journalists from AT5, Het Parool, and De Telegraaf discuss the final week of political campaigning in Amsterdam, covering topics such as tourism, the cannabis ban, and local community issues. The revi...
LIVE | Óscar García holds first press conference as Ajax manager
Óscar García has been appointed as the new head coach of Ajax, succeeding Fred Grim. García held his first press conference this afternoon ahead of his debut match against Sparta tomorrow at the Jo...
New NME building with reused materials
The sustainable renovation of the NME building in Haarlem began in March 2026, focusing on the reuse of construction materials to reduce waste and emissions. The project will create a visitor center f...
Municipality intervenes in rental of student complex in Zuidoost
The municipality of Amsterdam has imposed fines totaling €45,000 on the manager of a large student complex in the Zuidoost district. The enforcement action consists of multiple orders subject to per...
Art Zoo Museum named one of the World's Greatest Places by Time Magazine
Time Magazine has named the Art Zoo Museum in Amsterdam as one of its "World's Greatest Places," marking the first time a Dutch museum has received this recognition. Located in a 17th-century canal ho...
Time Magazine names Art Zoo Museum one of the World's Greatest Places
The Art Zoo Museum in Amsterdam has been named one of Time Magazine's 'World's Greatest Places,' marking the first time a Dutch museum has received this honor. Located in a 17th-century canal house, t...
Municipality imposes penalty on student housing provider for excessive deposits and unclear service charges
The municipality of Amsterdam has imposed penalty payments on the manager of the HiCondo student housing complex for charging excessive deposits and unclear service costs. The housing provider faces f...
Jaitsen Singh (81) transferred to the Netherlands after 41 years in US prison
King's Day 2026: Amsterdam parties you don't want to miss
Amsterdam will celebrate King's Day on Monday, April 27, 2026, with the city hosting various festivities including boat parties on the canals and large festivals. The event is expected to draw thousan...
For the first time there is a chance to defeat Orbán, says Budapest mayor during brief Amsterdam visit
Van Weel: Rotterdam synagogue fire ‘smells of antisemitism’
Dutch Justice and Security Minister David van Weel stated that an arson attack at a Rotterdam synagogue likely constitutes antisemitic violence. While an investigation is ongoing to identify the perpe...
Damage from ATM bombing at Fashion Hotel in Amsterdam-West, police seek two suspects
Two Amsterdam men arrested for role in Rotterdam explosions and shooting
Duo blows up ATM in Nieuw-West hotel
Two suspects used explosives to target an ATM inside a hotel in Amsterdam's Nieuw-West district early Tuesday morning. No injuries were reported, although the building sustained damage and the suspect...
New Ajax coach Oscar Garcia candid ahead of baptism of fire: 'After Mariona's death I can handle anything'
Oscar Garcia has taken over as the interim manager of Ajax, aiming to lead the club to Champions League qualification starting with an upcoming match against Sparta. In an open interview, he discussed...
Resident injured in fire in De Pijp, home uninhabitable
A resident was hospitalized for smoke inhalation following an apartment fire in Amsterdam's De Pijp neighborhood shortly after midnight. The blaze rendered the home uninhabitable and forced neighbors ...
From the Red Light District to Henk Sneevlietweg: The city in miniature at new Miniature Museum
Amsterdam has opened a new Miniature Museum in the former Diamond Museum building near Museumplein, featuring detailed and interactive replicas of iconic city landmarks. The museum focuses on historic...
From De Wallen to Henk Sneevlietweg: The city in miniature at new Miniature Museum
A new Miniature Museum has opened in Amsterdam, featuring detailed and interactive models of iconic city locations like the Red Light District and Vondelpark. Located in the former Diamond Museum near...
The future US president found the Amsterdam school board narrow-minded
Jennifer (35) and Anthony (14): 'I am proud my mother is running in the elections'
Van Gogh Museum acquires work that served as inspiration
The Van Gogh Museum in Amsterdam has acquired a painting by French artist Virginie Demont-Breton. The artwork served as a significant inspiration for Vincent van Gogh, who created his own interpretati...
Volt starts day with morning rave: People are being pushed out of the city
The political party Volt organized a morning rave in Amsterdam's Houthavens to campaign for the upcoming municipal elections and highlight the city's housing crisis. Lead candidate Juliet Broersen use...
Initiative to fill vacant office floors with tiny houses
Thomas van Leeuwen has proposed an initiative to build tiny houses on vacant office floors in Amsterdam to help address the housing shortage. The project aims to utilize 600,000 square meters of empty...
Sytze Rijpkema (Ja21) wants bridges over the IJ at the expense of art and culture: The cheese slicer method
Ja21 lead candidate Sytze Rijpkema proposes constructing two bridges over the IJ river in Amsterdam by reallocating funds from the city's arts and culture budget. Rijpkema suggests a broad reduction i...
A creative solution for the housing shortage: tiny houses in vacant offices
Controversial solar farm near Schiphol to get 230,000 new panels
230,000 new glare-resistant solar panels are being installed at a solar park near Schiphol Airport to replace previous ones that blinded landing pilots. The 14-million-euro replacement project is fund...