Amsterdam News in English
Latest amsterdam headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
Amsterdam police shut down large stolen data trading site
The Amsterdam police's specialized cyber team, in collaboration with international investigation services, has shut down LeakBase, a major online forum for trading stolen data. The operation successfu...
Amsterdam residents fill out Voting Compass: "Denk? I completely disagree"
AT5 has launched the Kieskompas voting aid to help residents navigate the record 35 political parties participating in Amsterdam's upcoming municipal elections. Residents testing the tool in Vondelpar...
Hearing on elevator problems: "Could not do groceries"
A hearing was held at the Stopera in Amsterdam to address frequent elevator breakdowns that have left many residents stranded in their homes. Stakeholders, including residents, housing corporations, a...
Man (38) arrested for robberies in which residents were shot
A 38-year-old man from Amsterdam was arrested last Wednesday for his involvement in a series of violent home robberies across North Holland, including a 2021 incident where a resident was shot in the ...
Weekend tips: what to do in Amsterdam (March 6-8)
This article highlights various events, markets, and parties taking place in Amsterdam during the weekend of March 6 to 8. The guide aims to help people plan their schedules by focusing on time-specif...
After ten years of bickering, Heintje Hoeksteeg residents finally get a gate: It was a public toilet
After a ten-year campaign, residents of Amsterdam's Heintje Hoeksteeg will finally see their alley closed at night with gates to combat persistent drug dealing and public nuisance. The gates will be l...
Adults with city pass can also get swimming lessons for one euro
Starting in September, low-income adults in Amsterdam with a city pass can access swimming lessons for one euro to encourage water safety among those who never learned. The initiative, announced by Al...
Abuse suspect substitute worker Jan B. (66) also worked at two Kindergarden branches and in Muiden
Yuki Kempees steps down as Kris Kross Amsterdam frontman after nearly twelve years
Yuki Kempees has announced his immediate departure from the DJ trio Kris Kross Amsterdam after serving as their frontman for nearly twelve years. The 39-year-old stated that his decision to leave the ...
Almost the end of Watergraafsmeer: The night the polder flooded again
On March 5, 1651, the Watergraafsmeer polder flooded, an event that some contemporaries viewed as divine punishment. Despite the significant damage, the area was eventually reclaimed and restored.
Prepare your vote at the election market
An election market is being organized to help citizens prepare for the upcoming municipal elections. The event provides an opportunity to learn more about the political parties participating in the vo...
Armed robbery at KFC in Amsterdam-East, 25-year-old suspect arrested
Court rules Armada Music does not have to pay extra royalties to artist
The court in Amsterdam has ruled that record label Armada Music is not required to pay additional royalties to artist Martijn Schrader for the digital exploitation of his music. The judge determined t...
Air in Amsterdam becoming cleaner
Air quality in Amsterdam has significantly improved over the past 15 years. Recent data and maps illustrate a consistent trend towards cleaner air within the city.
First Dutch citizens relieved to be back from Middle East. Tonio (34): 'Bombs flew over our heads. And we were there with our young children'
The first group of Dutch citizens has returned from the Middle East, arriving at Schiphol Airport to reunite with their families. Passengers described the harrowing experience of living through bombin...
Amsterdam aims to attract visitors to museums
Amsterdam is launching a promotional campaign throughout March to encourage tourists to visit ten of the city's museums. The "Catch me at the museum" initiative will feature posters and social media a...
Still undecided about your vote on March 18? Fill out the AT5 Election Compass now!
AT5 and Kieskompas have launched an online voting tool to help Amsterdam residents prepare for the municipal elections on March 18. The compass features questions on local issues like drug policy and ...
KLM head of flight operations looks back on successful flight from Oman
A KLM flight repatriating stranded Dutch travelers from Oman landed successfully at Amsterdam Schiphol Airport on Wednesday morning. Eimerd Bult, KLM's head of flight services, described the mission a...
New domestic violence support center opened in Amsterdam-Amstelland
The Amsterdam-Amstelland region has opened a new support center called Filomena to assist victims of domestic violence and child abuse. Located on Elisabeth Wolffstraat in Amsterdam, the center provid...
Amsterdam again builds fewer homes than planned
The municipality of Amsterdam failed to meet its housing construction target last year, starting work on only 6,053 permanent and 660 temporary homes. This combined total falls short of the city's ann...
Amsterdam housing construction to surge in 2025
The article reports on a significant increase in housing construction starts in Amsterdam for the year 2025. It details the quantity and types of new residential projects being initiated as part of th...
Free lead check for your Amsterdam garden: arrange it before summer
Amsterdam residents can apply for a free soil lead check for their gardens to ensure safety before the summer season. The initiative aims to identify potential lead contamination which can still be fo...
Frank Mansro, 'neighborhood father' from De Pijp, dies at 78
Frank Mansro, the beloved owner of Café Mansro in Amsterdam's De Pijp neighborhood, has passed away at the age of 78. Known as a 'neighborhood father' and a prominent figure in the Surinamese communi...
Daniëlle (26) and Nina (27) keep housing costs low as pet sitters: ‘Can pay off our debt’
With this new building, minimalism is abolished: the Amsterdam School has a successor
Gerrit's (75) shelter in the Bijlmer treats over 7,000 animals annually
First KLM flight with Dutch nationals departs Oman
A KLM flight carrying the first group of Dutch citizens to be repatriated has departed from Muscat, Oman. The aircraft, flight KL9896, took off from Muscat International Airport to bring the citizens ...
Robbery at KFC on Eerste Van Swindenstraat, suspect arrested
A robbery occurred at a KFC restaurant on Eerste Van Swindenstraat in Amsterdam East on Tuesday evening, resulting in the arrest of one suspect. No injuries were reported during the incident, and poli...
Rogier Havelaar’s CDA well-received by entrepreneurs during election debate
