Amsterdam News in English
Latest amsterdam headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
14-year-old girl missing from Southeast, police and family concerned
Police and family are concerned for 14-year-old Foske, who went missing yesterday in the Zuidoost district of Amsterdam. A witness last spotted the teenager this morning near Diemen, and authorities a...
Burglary wave at fire stations continues: Badhoevedorp station targeted again
A fire station in Badhoevedorp was the target of an attempted break-in during the early hours of the morning, though nothing was stolen. This incident is part of a broader wave of burglaries targeting...
Roundabout art series: A ship full of shit
Artist Hans van Bentem has installed a new sculpture titled 'All Aboard' on the Seineweg/Basisweg roundabout in Amsterdam. The artwork, which depicts a ship without a captain, serves as a metaphor for...
Ajax also warns of data breach at logistics partner
Football club Ajax has warned that customer data may have been exposed due to a security breach at its logistics partner, CEVA. While financial information remains secure, the club has suspended data ...
Tip: Historic Amsterdam engines run, thump, and smoke at Museum 't Kromhout
Museum 't Kromhout in Amsterdam offers visitors the chance to see historical Kromhout ship engines in operation. The museum, which is managed by volunteers, is located on the original site where the f...
Do social media save lives? Ramón (50) from Haarlem finds kidney donor online
Ramón, a 50-year-old man from Haarlem suffering from severe kidney failure, has successfully found a potential kidney donor through a viral social media appeal. He is currently awaiting medical confi...
KLM resumes flights to Tel Aviv from late August, crew to stay in Cyprus
KLM will resume flights between Amsterdam and Tel Aviv starting August 25 after a six-month suspension due to regional security concerns. During this period, the airline's crew will stay overnight in ...
Public Prosecution Service demands TBS and mandatory psychiatric treatment for confused man who stabbed police officers in Noord
The public prosecutor has demanded a TBS order with compulsory psychiatric treatment for a 56-year-old man who stabbed two police officers in Amsterdam-Noord on March 18, 2025. The suspect, who was de...
Shelbourne supporters leave a good impression: "Great example"
Police in Amsterdam reported a positive experience with approximately 600 Shelbourne football supporters who visited the city yesterday for a match against Ajax. The fans displayed good sportsmanship,...
Person injured in stabbing on De Savornin Lohmanstraat in Amsterdam Nieuw-West
One person was injured following a stabbing incident on De Savornin Lohmanstraat in Amsterdam Nieuw-West late last night. Police have arrested a man and are currently investigating the conflict, which...
Amsterdam full of love: Mokum makes its debut on B&B Vol Liefde
Wadie, a new participant from Amsterdam, has joined the reality show B&B Vol Liefde. He travels to Ibiza with the goal of winning the heart of B&B owner Timothy.
Running to Beethoven and music among carnivorous plants: Grachtenfestival returns
The 29th edition of the Grachtenfestival has officially begun in Amsterdam, featuring over 150 classical and jazz concerts centered around a green theme. The festival, which runs until August 16, show...
Running to Beethoven and music among carnivorous plants: Grachtenfestival begins again
The 29th edition of the Grachtenfestival has launched in Amsterdam, featuring over 150 jazz and classical music concerts held in unique, green-themed locations. Running until August 16, the festival s...
Actor Peter Faber (82) passes away: "In my day, theater was for kids who never played in the street"
Renowned Dutch actor Peter Faber passed away at the age of 82 due to heart complications. Throughout his extensive career, he appeared in iconic films like Max Havelaar and Soldaat van Oranje, and was...
17-year-old Rivaldo shot dead a year ago: "He was a star in the making"
One year ago, 17-year-old Rivaldo was fatally shot in the Holendrecht neighborhood of Amsterdam after intervening in a dispute over a stolen necklace. The perpetrator, who was 16 at the time, was rece...
Missing 70-year-old Ronald found safe after four days
A 70-year-old man named Ronald, who had been missing since Sunday after leaving a care facility in Amsterdam West, has been found in good health. Police have thanked the public for their assistance an...
Street in Nieuw-West closed for one hour for police investigation following suspicious situation
Police in Amsterdam temporarily closed a street in the Nieuw-West district tonight following a suspicious situation. One person was arrested, though officials have not disclosed the nature of the inci...
We really want him to stay: Ajax coach and Davy Klaassen hope for Mika Godts
Ajax coach Míchel Sanchez and captain Davy Klaassen have expressed their strong desire for Mika Godts to remain at the club amid transfer rumors linking him to Paris Saint-Germain. The comments follo...
Purmerweg closed in both directions following single-vehicle accident
A driver was hospitalized after crashing into a bus stop on the Purmerweg in Amsterdam, likely due to a sudden medical emergency. Emergency services closed the road in both directions while conducting...
Public Prosecution Service demands 12-month prison sentence for causing explosion at Zuidas Atrium
The Public Prosecution Service has demanded a 12-month sentence for a 17-year-old boy accused of causing an explosion at the Atrium office complex on the Zuidas in mid-March. The suspect, whose case w...
WorldPride in pictures: This is the magic of the Zeedijk
As WorldPride Amsterdam nears its conclusion, major events continue to attract large crowds. Smaller local initiatives, such as the inclusive red carpet event on the Zeedijk, highlight the ongoing cel...
Animal shelter DOA overwhelmed with baby rabbits: "Ever thought about a rabbit? This is your sign"
Animal shelter DOA in Amsterdam is currently overwhelmed by a large number of rabbits, including several unexpected litters from rescued pregnant animals. The shelter is urgently calling for potential...
Women knocked off bicycles and assaulted on Weteringschans
In late July, two women were assaulted and knocked off their bicycles on the Weteringschans in Amsterdam after a confrontation with another female cyclist. One victim sustained injuries, and the suspe...
Ajax eyes historic milestone this season: who will follow in Ricardo Kishna's footsteps?
Ajax is approaching a historic milestone in the Eredivisie, requiring 57 more goals to reach a total of 6,000 league goals. The club is currently tracking this progress to see which players will contr...
Noorderpark playground equipment goes up in flames
A wooden playground structure in Noorderpark, Amsterdam, was destroyed by a fire during the night. The fire department extinguished the flames quickly, but the equipment could not be saved, and the ca...
Final days of WorldPride. Don't miss out!
WorldPride continues in Amsterdam with several events scheduled for its final days. Participants are encouraged not to miss the remaining program as the festivities draw to a close.
Thanks to this Amsterdam painter, we know exactly what the old town hall looked like
The painter Pieter Saenredam created detailed records of the historic Gothic town hall that once stood where the Royal Palace on Dam Square is now located. His work provides valuable insight into the ...
Police seek relatives of critically injured woman after Geuzenveld collision
Police are seeking the relatives of a 29-year-old woman, believed to be from Uzbekistan, who was critically injured in a collision with a truck in Geuzenveld on Tuesday. Authorities have launched an i...
Chaotic scenes at complex Marnixstraat detour: "I was almost hit"
Confusing traffic detours at the intersection of Marnixstraat and Rozengracht in Amsterdam are causing dangerous situations for cyclists, pedestrians, and drivers. The temporary measures, implemented ...
On paper, Ajax outclasses European opponent Shelbourne in every aspect
Ajax will face Irish club Shelbourne FC in the third qualifying round of the Conference League at the Johan Cruijff Arena. The Dutch club expects to debut new signings Marc-André ter Stegen and Julia...