Lifestyle News in English
Latest lifestyle headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
Life lessons from Sparrow, Quetzal and Hoopoe: Sabine Wassenberg and Kamel Essabane transform an ancient Sufi poem into a philosophical retelling
Sabine Wassenberg and Kamel Essabane have released 'De vlucht van de vogels', a philosophical retelling of an ancient Sufi poem. The story follows a group of birds on a journey through seven valleys t...
Is tracking your child with a GPS watch a good idea?
Annefleur is debating whether to purchase GPS watches for her primary school-aged children to track their location at all times. The article addresses the considerations parents face when deciding to ...
RFC Haarlem competes for 'Sports Accommodation of the Year 2026' with clubhouse built to last a century: 'We are four times label A+'
RFC Haarlem is competing for the 'Sports Accommodation of the Year 2026' award established by NOC*NSF. The club's new clubhouse was designed for extreme durability to last 100 years and features a hig...
Dutch people throwing away less food, but still about 25kg per year
Dutch households have significantly reduced food waste, throwing away an average of 25.5 kilograms of solid food per person last year. According to research from the Voedingscentrum, this marks a near...
Food waste among the Dutch falls even further
Food waste in the Netherlands has decreased to an average of 25.5 kilograms per person, down from 33.4 kilograms in 2022. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre, which has tracked household waste every thre...
Code yellow from Tuesday afternoon due to thunderstorms and wind gusts
The KNMI has issued a code yellow warning for the entire Netherlands starting Tuesday afternoon due to approaching severe thunderstorms. The weather service warns that these storms may be accompanied ...
Dutch fans John and Erica travel across the US hoping to attend World Cup final: ‘Imagine if we’re in the stadium for sixty dollars’
John and Erica van den Berg from Abbenes have secured tickets for every potential match of the Dutch national team at the upcoming World Cup in the United States. The couple expresses strong optimism ...
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Ariana Grande and Ethan Slater have split, according to US media
Singer Ariana Grande and actor Ethan Slater have reportedly ended their relationship after several months together. Sources cited by US media indicate that the couple split amicably a few months ago.
170 participants from 8 countries head to Haarlem for special Shaolin kung fu event
The Spaarnehal in Haarlem will host the Open Dutch Championship Shaolin Kung Fu on Saturday, June 13. Approximately 170 participants from eight countries will gather for the event, which features trad...
Ariana Grande scores tenth US No. 1 hit and joins illustrious list
Ariana Grande has achieved her tenth number one hit in the United States with her new single 'hate that I made you love me.' She becomes the thirteenth artist to reach this milestone, joining a select...
Higher airfares and holiday park prices drive up inflation: daily life more expensive
Inflation in the Netherlands rose to 3.5 percent in May compared to the previous year, according to Statistics Netherlands (CBS). The increase was primarily driven by the rising costs of airline ticke...
Saving tip! Have your Amsterdam cat microchipped for free in June
Cat owners in Amsterdam can have their pets microchipped for free throughout the month of June. The initiative aims to help lost cats be reunited with their owners more easily if they end up in an ani...
Mart Hoogkamer no longer wants to be confronted with his father's arrest
Dutch singer Mart Hoogkamer stated he no longer wants to be confronted with news regarding his father's arrest for allegedly making threats. Hoogkamer emphasized that he has not been in contact with h...
Should we throw away our old photos, or maybe not?
The author contemplates whether to keep or discard three boxes containing old photographs that represent their personal history. The brief text reflects on the sentimental value of physical memories s...
North Holland traffic: delays on the A7, N9, N242, N244 and N247 during Tuesday morning rush hour, June 9
On Tuesday, June 9, the morning rush hour in Noord-Holland experienced traffic congestion on several major roads, including the A7, N9, N242, N244, and N247. This heavy traffic resulted in stationary ...
Is exercising every day good for you? Sports physician and former pro runner explains
Sports doctor Tom Wiggers explains the potential risks of exercising every day and provides advice on how to avoid physical overload. The former professional runner discusses finding the balance betwe...
Hoofddorp woman (77) loses dog after it kills sheep: 'A life sentence for me and a delayed death sentence for Amy'
A 77-year-old woman from Hoofddorp has lost her dog after the animal attacked and killed a sheep. The case is being highlighted as part of a series on local criminal law, illustrating the severe emoti...
Bats hinder Heemskerk housing project: 9 fewer homes due to flight paths
A housing project near the station in Heemskerk has been scaled back to protect bat flight and foraging routes. The adjustment results in a net loss of nine planned homes from the original proposal.
Experts: Stop charging your electric car between 4 p.m. and 9 p.m.
A Dutch think tank advises electric vehicle owners to avoid charging their cars during the evening rush hour between 4:00 PM and 9:00 PM. This change is recommended to help drivers save money and redu...
How terrace mecca Paris added thousands more terraces in recent years: ‘It is a kind of microcosm of France’
Student Sheovan Deira (31) came to the Netherlands to study. She earns 2,749 euros: ‘I work hard and work long hours’
Bistro influences, André Hazes on the wall and a touch of New York: De Baanderij opens in former IJ-kantine at NDSM
Residents in this village-like part of Amsterdam refuse to move for demolition: ‘I’m only leaving in a wooden coffin’
Borneokade residents disappointed after meeting on swimming pier: "Hoped for more perspective"
More than a hundred residents of Amsterdam-Oost attended an information meeting regarding the shortening of a popular swimming pier at Borneokade following a Council of State ruling. District administ...
Full house at Borneokade swimming jetty information meeting: 'Those fifty meters are staying'
After 77 years, Cécémel to be renamed Chocomel in Belgium as well
FrieslandCampina is rebranding its chocolate milk brand Cécémel to Chocomel in Belgium after 77 years. The change will align the Belgian product's name with the branding used in the Netherlands sinc...
Yasmine Bentoumya new group leader of PRO
Yasmine Bentoumya has been unanimously elected as the new floor leader for the PRO party in the Amsterdam city council, succeeding Zita Pels. Pels is stepping down from the leadership role to serve as...
Apple gives parents more control over children's iPhones and improves Siri
Apple has announced new features for iPhones that provide parents with increased control over their children's device usage and communication. The company is also significantly upgrading Siri, althoug...
