Amsterdam News in English
Latest amsterdam headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
Weesperstraat becomes narrower and limited to 30 kilometers per hour
Between August 31 and September 14, road work will take place on the Weesperstraat to implement a new layout. Following the completion of these works, the street will be narrowed and a 30 km/h speed l...
Weekend tips: things to do in Amsterdam from August 28 to 30
This weekend from August 28 to 30, Amsterdam offers a variety of activities including music festivals, second-hand markets, and boat trips. These events provide a vibrant farewell to the month of Augu...
Second-hand is the new new: how to sustainably switch up your wardrobe (and have fun doing it)
Throughout September and October, various activities are taking place across Amsterdam to encourage sustainable and conscious clothing habits. The initiative highlights how refreshing one's wardrobe t...
From Copenhagen to Paris, this is how international rail travel from Amsterdam is growing
International rail travel from Amsterdam is experiencing growth as new carriers introduce services to destinations like Copenhagen, Paris, and Berlin. However, further expansion faces significant hurd...
Roman candle or Chinese firecrackers at home? Where you can safely dispose of illegal fireworks without penalty
The Dutch government is organizing a nationwide campaign allowing citizens to anonymously surrender illegal fireworks without fear of prosecution or fines. A temporary collection point will be availab...
It seemed like a date but ended in severe assault: up to 20 months in prison demanded
Prosecutors have demanded prison sentences of 18 and 20 months for two men accused of participating in a violent assault against a transgender woman at her home in Amsterdam in September 2024. The sus...
Picking, grabbing and collecting: will you help out on World Cleanup Day?
On Sunday, September 20, the city is organizing activities for World Cleanup Day. Residents are encouraged to participate and can borrow waste grabbers and cleaning materials for free.
Former Ukrainian top talent Viktor Tsygankov (28) lands in Amsterdam after WhatsApp row with Girona
Ukrainian winger Viktor Tsygankov is set to join Ajax after a falling out with Girona manager Míchel Sánchez. The 28-year-old player will move to Amsterdam, where the club hopes he can find stabilit...
Former council member Don Ceder (ChristenUnie) named best MP in The Hague
Don Ceder, a member of the ChristenUnie party, has been named the most effective member of the Dutch House of Representatives for the second consecutive year by the National Political Index. Previousl...
Former council member Don Ceder (ChristenUnie) named best MP in The Hague
ChristenUnie member Don Ceder has been named the most effective member of the House of Representatives for the second consecutive year by the National Political Index. A former Amsterdam city councilo...
New Wave to play two more concerts at Ziggo Dome
The hip-hop collective New Wave has announced two upcoming concerts, titled New Wave All Stars, scheduled for April 20 and 21, 2027, at the Ziggo Dome. This event marks the group's return to the Amste...
Michelangelo's Men exhibition in Haarlem nominated for public award
The exhibition 'De mannen van Michelangelo' at the Teylers Museum in Haarlem has been nominated for the Museumtijdschrift Tentoonstellingsprijs. The public can vote until September 13, with the winner...
Double role for tournament director at World Rowing Championships: I also feel tension for my sons
Tournament director and former Olympic champion Nico Rienks is balancing his organizational duties with the personal pressure of watching his two sons compete in the World Rowing Championships at the ...
This Amsterdam canal disappeared forever beneath the Spuistraat
The Spuistraat in Amsterdam was originally a canal known as the Nieuwezijds Achterburgwal. This canal served as a crucial component of the city's historical defensive structure.
Major fire at home on Rietwijkerstraat
A fire broke out in an apartment on the Rietwijkerstraat in Amsterdam's Schinkelbuurt neighborhood this morning. Emergency services are on the scene, though the cause of the fire and information regar...
Amsterdamse Bos ready for World Cup hockey and possible royal visit
The Amsterdamse Bos currently hosts the Hockey World Cup, featuring top-tier men's and women's teams at the Wagener Stadium. In addition to the hockey tournament, the latest broadcast of NH Sport high...
Rowing World Championships kick off at the Bosbaan: 'We are really going for gold'
The World Rowing Championships are taking place at the Bosbaan in Amsterdam from August 24 to 30, with approximately 40,000 visitors expected to attend. Dutch rowers are aiming for gold on home soil w...
Thousands of students start a new life in the city: "Exciting, but I'm mainly looking forward to it"
Approximately 4,600 first-year students have begun the academic year at the University of Amsterdam with the traditional Intreeweek orientation event. New board chair Vinod Subramaniam used the occasi...
Schiphol security staff begin strikes: first walkouts on Tuesday and Wednesday
Security staff at Schiphol Airport are launching a series of short work stoppages on Tuesday and Wednesday to protest against high workload levels. The planned actions consist of fifteen-minute strike...
Van Houweningenstraat in West cordoned off due to suspicious package, EOD deployed
Police in Amsterdam cordoned off a portion of the Van Houweningenstraat on Wednesday afternoon after discovering a suspicious package during an arrest. The Explosives Ordnance Disposal unit (EOD) was ...
Amsterdam calls on students: Guys, speak up!
The city of Amsterdam is launching a campaign encouraging students to speak up when they witness sexually inappropriate comments or jokes. The initiative aims to promote a safer environment by empower...
Narrowing of Weesperstraat about to start: one lane per direction and 30 km/h
Starting August 31, Amsterdam will begin a two-month trial to narrow the Weesperstraat to one lane per direction. Additionally, the maximum speed limit will be reduced to 30 km/h starting September 14...
Passenger comes to the Netherlands and will perform at AFAS Live next March
British singer-songwriter Passenger will perform at AFAS Live in Amsterdam on March 21. The concert is part of a tour promoting his new album, Wild Love.
Lots of talent at South East Jazz Festival: "The Netherlands can draw inspiration from this"
The second edition of the South East Jazz Festival is taking place in Amsterdam-Zuidoost, showcasing a diverse range of musical styles and local talent. Attendees and organizers highlight the event as...
Amsterdam students know what to do with your old and broken devices
Students in Amsterdam are collecting old and broken electronic devices from August 31 to September 23. Residents can register their items online to have them picked up by the students.
Man (35) hits two women with a stick in front of Albert Heijn: over 6 months in prison
A 35-year-old man has been sentenced to over six months in prison for assaulting two women with a stick outside an Albert Heijn supermarket in January. The court considered the man's reduced accountab...
Amsterdammer Milolaathetlukken makes Lowlands debut: "I'm living my dream"
Amsterdam-based rapper Milolaathetlukken performed at the Lowlands festival in the Netherlands for the first time in his career. The artist expressed deep emotion and fulfillment, describing the exper...
Out-of-control fire destroys apartment in Staatsliedenbuurt
A large fire broke out in an apartment on the third floor of a building on Tweede Nassaustraat in Amsterdam early this morning. Emergency services extinguished the blaze within twenty minutes and evac...
Cheers! 6 cocktail bars in Amsterdam-West
This article highlights six cocktail bars located in Amsterdam-West, suggesting that cocktails are a suitable choice for any occasion. It encourages readers to explore the local cocktail scene in this...
Overcrowded trains to Dutch Grand Prix • Mayor reflects on 6 years of F1
The final day of the Dutch Grand Prix in Zandvoort has begun, with crowds gathering early at train stations in Haarlem and Amsterdam. Mayor David Moolenburgh reflected on the event's six-year history ...