Amsterdam News in English
Latest amsterdam headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
Fish return to brand-new Artis aquarium after more than five years
After a five-year, 50 million euro renovation, the historic 1882 aquarium at Artis Zoo in Amsterdam is preparing to reopen with new fish arrivals, including a spotted smooth-hound shark from Emmen. Th...
LIVE Eredivisie | Struggling Ajax visit FC Groningen, who have lost six in a row
Ajax faces FC Groningen in an away match as they compete for second place in the Eredivisie standings. Despite drawing their last four games, Ajax remains in contention, while Groningen attempts to br...
Classic Paloma Blanca could be more authentically Moroccan and more precise (7-)
Taxi driver caught at Schiphol after working weeks without a rest day
The Human Environment and Transport Inspectorate (ILT) caught an Uber taxi driver at Schiphol Airport who had been working seven days a week for several consecutive weeks. This violation of mandatory ...
Juliet Broersen (Volt) doesn't want to join coalition at any cost: "We need sufficient weight"
Juliet Broersen, Volt's lead candidate in Amsterdam, stated that the party will only join a governing coalition if they have enough political weight to ensure a more progressive agenda for the city. S...
Minister: Officers did not view Lisa murder case file, 'I don't want to give that impression'
Justice Minister David van Weel clarified that 1,700 police officers accessed general police reporting systems rather than the specific criminal case file regarding the murder of Lisa from Abcoude. Th...
Between Art and Choice with Anke Bakker (Party for the Animals) and Rogier Havelaar (CDA)
Amsterdam party leaders Anke Bakker and Rogier Havelaar participated in the 'Tussen Kunst en Kies' program at the STRAAT Museum to translate their political ideals into street art. The show is part of...
Jamil (58) and Sylvia (58) moved to Weesp but returned to the Indische Buurt: ‘I remember very well when it started to feel wrong’
KLM further postpones resumption of flights to Dubai
KLM has further postponed the resumption of its flights to Dubai, Riyadh, and Dammam until Tuesday. The airline cited the ongoing conflict in Iran as the reason for the continued suspension of these M...
Gaasperdam police station moves to Duivendrecht, 'serious concerns' from PvdA
The PvdA party has expressed serious concerns regarding the relocation of the Gaasperdam police station in Amsterdam Zuidoost to Duivendrecht. Council members worry that losing a local police presence...
Robbers brandished guns in wholesaler and shot at fleeing employee; sole suspect denies charges
Employees at a consumer electronics wholesaler in Haarlemmermeer were assaulted and one was shot during an armed robbery in August 2024. A 4.5-year prison sentence has been demanded for a 43-year-old ...
Amsterdam teacher Piet de Boer improved the lives of ‘imbeciles’
Long queues for Harry Styles pop-up store in Amsterdam: ‘I don’t even know her name, but it’s so much fun’
Massive queue on Looiersgracht for Harry Styles pop-up store
Hundreds of fans gathered on the Looiersgracht in Amsterdam for the opening of a Harry Styles pop-up store celebrating his new album release. The store sells exclusive merchandise and CDs and will rem...
Huge line in central Amsterdam for Harry Styles pop-up store
Hundreds of fans gathered at a pop-up store in Amsterdam's Looiersgracht to purchase merchandise and music following the release of Harry Styles' new album. The store's opening precedes the singer's t...
Girls get priority over boys on five football pitches
The city of Amsterdam has introduced priority signs for girls at five local soccer pitches to encourage them to be more active in spaces typically dominated by boys. Specific days have been designated...
How the ghost of Óscar García looms over Fred Grim, fueled by Jordi Cruijff's words
Ajax coach Fred Grim aims to maintain pressure on league rivals Feyenoord while dealing with the legacy and influence of youth coach Óscar García. The situation has been intensified by recent public...
Study: Significant inequality between women and men remains in the city
The 2025 Emancipation Monitor reveals that women in Amsterdam continue to face significant inequalities compared to men, including lower economic independence and higher rates of street harassment. De...
In Amsterdam, women are more highly educated than men but less economically independent
Rolling Stones guitarist Ronnie Wood to Paradiso in September
The Rolling Stones guitarist Ronnie Wood will perform a concert at Paradiso in Amsterdam on Monday, September 7. The event marks the artist's upcoming visit to the Netherlands.
Rapper Yukkie B. (1969-2026) was a fixture in the Amsterdam rap scene for years
Roadworks in Linnaeusstraat cause bicycle traffic jams: ‘You know problems will arise’
Politics on the Amstel: The roast of Zita Pels (GroenLinks) and VVD overtakes FvD on the right
Journalists from major media outlets discuss the upcoming municipal elections in Amsterdam and key political debates in the latest episode of the 'Politiek aan de Amstel' podcast. The discussion highl...
These new Amsterdammers vote for the first time: "It is safe here"
An information session was held at neighborhood center Boost in Amsterdam to encourage newcomers with refugee backgrounds to participate in upcoming elections. The initiative aims to overcome barriers...
Benefit scandal parent not allowed to auction statue in ministry garden
Emirates resumes daily flights from Dubai to Schiphol starting Saturday
Emirates will resume daily flights from Dubai to dozens of destinations, including Schiphol Airport, starting this Saturday. The service was previously suspended due to regional tensions in the Middle...
Paradiso tickets have never been as expensive as for this rock 'n' roll legend
Regulator's appeal fails to find lawyer for Taghi for now
The search for new defense lawyers for Ridouan Taghi in the Marengo trial appeal has yielded no results so far. Following a call for volunteers in December, the supervisory body for the legal professi...
Jordi Cruyff embraces former players at Ajax: Siem de Jong and Daniel de Ridder technical managers
Jordi Cruijff is advocating for former players Siem de Jong and Daniel de Ridder to take on prominent roles as technical managers at Ajax. Cruijff has expressed strong support for the two individuals ...
Living in a gym in Betondorp? This former school is now for sale (and no, you don't have to do gymnastics anymore)
A former school building from 1926, known as De Scheepskameel, is currently for sale in the Betondorp neighborhood of Amsterdam. This unique property allows residents to live in a historic space that ...