Lifestyle News in English
Latest lifestyle headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
Marieke Elsinga still recovering from broken foot: 'Walking all hunched over'
Qmusic presenter Marieke Elsinga is currently recovering from a broken metatarsal sustained during a radio challenge last month. She reported being halfway through her rehabilitation after the injury,...
New app helps parents guide children with their first phone
The new Dutch app Startphone has been launched to help parents guide their children as they begin using their first smartphones. The app gradually unlocks features based on the child's age and parenta...
EU bans extra hand luggage fees
The European Union has reached an agreement to eliminate extra fees for small carry-on luggage on flights within member states. This deal between EU countries and the European Parliament aims to stand...
Nike x Patta World Cup collection sells out rapidly and resells for hundreds of extra euros
The Nike x Patta World Cup collection for the Dutch national football team sold out rapidly following its release on both the Patta and Nike websites. The high demand led to the items disappearing wit...
Drug user bus won't move to Linnaeusstraat: Dapperbuurt's vulnerability not sufficiently considered
The Amsterdam-Oost district government has reversed its decision to move a drug consumption bus to Linnaeusstraat following protests from residents and business owners in the Dapperbuurt. Officials ac...
Serious collision on Wagenweg cycle path: victim still suffers from brain injury two years after crash with speeding moped
An 18-year-old man recently appeared in a Haarlem court for a high-speed moped collision that occurred on the Wagenweg two years ago. The victim suffered severe brain damage and a lung contusion, and ...
Airen Mylene returns to AA cup after 15 years of breast implants: ‘Small and natural’
Radio 538 DJ Airen Mylene Taekema has removed her breast implants after 15 years, returning to her original AA cup size. The 40-year-old explained that she no longer felt the implants were proportiona...
More women are having their breast implants removed: ‘It doesn't have to be perfect’
Over the past decade, more than 14,000 women have chosen to have their breast implants removed. This trend is driven by both health concerns and an increasing preference for a more natural body appear...
Harmen Kuperus (49) returns to Telstar as goalkeeper coach; club completes coaching staff for new season
Former player Harmen Kuperus has returned to Telstar as the goalkeeper coach, completing the club's technical staff for the upcoming season. Additionally, Dion Malone is retiring from professional foo...
Court rejects release request for Norwegian Crown Princess's son
A Norwegian court has rejected Marius Borg Høiby's request to be released from pre-trial detention. The son of Crown Princess Mette-Marit was recently sentenced to four years in prison for multiple o...
Emotional Cape Verdean goalkeeper Vozinha (40) nears 6 million Instagram followers after World Cup stunt against Spain
Cape Verdean goalkeeper Vozinha was named Man of the Match following a stunning 0-0 draw against Spain in their World Cup opening match. The 40-year-old's performance has earned him global recognition...
Restaurant Bouchon du Centre closes after 27 years: ‘I will miss the people, but not Amsterdam’
How do I get my children to be less messy?
Lisa, a mother of two children aged five and nine, is struggling with the constant mess of toys throughout her home. She is seeking advice on how to effectively encourage her children to be more organ...
Mother's illness was the starting point for Nikki Beulen's photo book on grief
Sanne and Tom paid over 12,000 euros for childcare but did not apply for allowance
Dutch parents Sanne and Tom spent over 12,000 euros on childcare for their daughter without applying for government subsidies. Despite their high income, they chose to pay the full amount themselves t...
What to do in Haarlem during National Archaeology Days 2026
The National Archaeology Days will take place in Haarlem from June 19 to 21, 2026, offering visitors the opportunity to explore the city's history through various activities. This three-day event invi...
TikTok trend ‘Spermmaxxing’ latest hype among young men: what science says about health benefits
The 'spermmaxxing' trend has gained popularity among young men on TikTok, involving various methods such as cold baths and supplements to enhance sperm quality. Medical experts are weighing in on the ...
Memories of a poorly designed Haarlem bus station
During Architecture Day, visitors shared their memories and thoughts about the Haarlem station area at the project bureau for its renewal. The article reflects on the history and design of the Station...
Country singer Jelly Roll and Bunnie XO split after nearly 10 years of marriage
American country singer Jelly Roll and his wife Bunnie XO are ending their marriage after nearly ten years. According to reports from People, the musician filed for divorce in May.
Weeronline warns of heat and high humidity
Weeronline has issued a warning for tropical temperatures and high humidity starting this Thursday across the Netherlands. Residents should expect muggy conditions and potential severe thunderstorms, ...
Bruce Willis's wife on his dementia: His memory is not affected
Emma Heming Willis clarified in a recent podcast appearance that the specific form of dementia her husband Bruce Willis has does not affect his memory. She emphasized that there is significant public ...
Holidaymakers misled by online travel lures: bargain prices increase by hundreds of euros
An investigation by De Telegraaf reveals that major travel providers are misleading consumers with online advertisements featuring prices that are not actually available for booking. Companies such as...
Horse arena in Engelandpark still slated for demolition despite new information: 'Adds little to nothing'
The Haarlem municipality has confirmed that a horse riding arena in Engelandpark will be demolished after nearly forty years of use. Despite new correspondence from the Lems family, Alderman Eva de Ra...
Roadworks in Haarlem: what to expect this week (June 16 - June 22)
Several roadworks are scheduled in Haarlem from June 16 to June 22, leading to partial closures in the city center and surrounding areas. Specific locations affected include Gedempte Oude Gracht and O...
Koninklijke HFC reports planned exodus: all Haarlem region transfers listed
The transfer deadline for the 2026/2027 football season closed on Monday, leading to a high volume of transfer requests from the Haarlem region to the KNVB. Koninklijke HFC is notably reporting a plan...
Takeaway industry addicted to plastic: more than a quarter serve banned plastic straws
A study of 101 takeaway shops across twelve cities in the Netherlands found that many businesses continue to use plastic containers and cutlery despite regulations. Over 25% of the sampled shops still...
Long list of objections to new development at former Aldi site in Heemstede: 'It's far too massive for this old street'
The municipality of Heemstede has approved the construction of a three-story apartment complex at a former Aldi location on Kerklaan, leading to numerous objections from local residents. Neighbors cla...
Juliette earns 3,800 euros a month: ‘People think you don’t have to watch your spending with such a salary, but it doesn’t feel that way to me’
CoffeeRoastery on Jan Pieter Heijestraat closes after 17 years due to high rent: ‘We had the best coffee in Amsterdam’
Matthijs de Ligt confirms new relationship after split from Annekee Molenaar
Dutch footballer Matthijs de Ligt has confirmed his separation from Annekee Molenaar. The announcement follows months of public speculation and officially ends the couple's relationship.