Lifestyle News in English
Latest lifestyle headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
Politics on the Amstel: PRO under fire during budget debate and trash can fiasco looms
The Amsterdam city council recently convened to discuss next year's budget, with significant scrutiny directed toward the leading party, PRO. The debate also covered administrative challenges, includi...
Soundos still suffering from jet ski accident: 'Lost my love for water'
Comedian Soundos El Ahmadi recently revealed that she still struggles with the psychological trauma caused by a past jet ski accident. During an appearance with presenter Beau van Erven Dorens, she ac...
Spookily fun! 9 Halloween parties and outings in Amsterdam
Amsterdam is hosting numerous Halloween events on October 31, ranging from family-friendly costume parties to late-night club nights and theatrical performances. Various venues across the city will fe...
Diederik Jekel becomes a father for the second time: 'We are infinitely excited'
Physicist Diederik Jekel and his partner are expecting their second child, a daughter, due in about twenty weeks. The couple, who are already parents to a son born in 2023, expressed great joy while r...
Miljuschka Witzenhausen gets new culinary travel series on Disney+
Miljuschka Witzenhausen is launching a new Mediterranean culinary travel series titled Via Miljuschka on Disney+ starting October 17. The series debut comes as 24Kitchen shifts its operations toward s...
Olcay Gulsen injured after watch robbery in Amsterdam: 'Ridiculous'
Entrepreneur Olcay Gulsen sustained injuries during a violent watch robbery outside her office in Amsterdam. She has filed a police report and authorities are currently searching for two suspects who ...
Ashley Tisdale wanted to divorce her husband multiple times during postpartum depression
Ashley Tisdale recently shared that she experienced severe postpartum depression after the birth of her first child, which led her to consider divorce multiple times. The actress did not receive a for...
Megan Fox becomes the face of erectile dysfunction pills: 'I was born for this'
Actress Megan Fox has been named the face of the erectile dysfunction medication Ro Sparks, appearing in a new television campaign. Through a humorous marketing approach, Fox aims to normalize convers...
Financial milestones every expat hits in their first couple of years in the Netherlands
Expats moving to the Netherlands must navigate various financial milestones, starting with basic administrative requirements like obtaining a BSN number and opening a local bank account. Over time, th...
If you're going to eat chocolate spread, you might as well choose the best: Elleke is behind every taste test
Journalist Elleke van Duin has compiled years of professional product taste tests for the AD into a new book titled Voor jou geproefd. By coordinating expert panels, she helps consumers identify the h...
Woman injured after watch robbery on Sarphatikade
A woman was injured during a violent watch robbery on the Sarphatikade in Amsterdam-Centrum yesterday evening. The suspect escaped on a scooter with an accomplice, and police are now appealing for wit...
Is Fikkie the right fit for me?
Choosing a pet involves more than just selecting a cute animal, as owners must prioritize health and the animal's origin. For pet owners in Amsterdam who struggle with veterinary costs, the organizati...
Tips against discrimination and celebrity support: campaign launched following decline in gay acceptance
Organizations like RITA and COC have launched a national campaign called Geen stap terug to address the sharp decline in youth acceptance of homosexuality in the Netherlands. Supported by over 45 prom...
Animal Day in Amsterdam: 4 things to do on Sunday, October 4
On Sunday, October 4, Amsterdam will celebrate World Animal Day with festive activities at De Ceuvel, professional pet photography sessions, and light projections of animals on the local watertower. T...
Froukje found balancing stage and private life difficult: 'I want to be liked'
Dutch artist Froukje shares the personal struggle of balancing her public career with her desire for a private life and the need to be liked. She has recently shifted her creative focus from personal ...
Funny, mysterious – and very Amsterdam: according to our readers, this is the most beautiful Amsterdam word
Readers of Het Parool have selected the Yiddish-derived word achenebbisj as the most beautiful term in the Amsterdam dialect. The word, which implies something pitiful or disappointing, remains deeply...
Municipality expects more homeless people in winter shelters this year: significantly more beds available
The municipality of Amsterdam has expanded its winter shelter capacity to 760 beds to accommodate an expected increase in the number of homeless people. Officials are also prepared to activate additio...
Municipality expects more homeless people in winter shelters this year: significantly more beds available
Amsterdam has increased its winter shelter capacity to 760 beds to accommodate a rising number of homeless individuals, up from 500 last year. Alderman Zita Pels confirmed the city is prepared to scal...
Singer Froukje (25) doesn't want her happiness to depend on external validation: 'Fame is fleeting'
Singer Froukje Veenstra, age 25, explores themes such as intimacy, jealousy, and powerlessness on her second album, titled Kijk je naar mij?. She reflects on her life in the spotlight, emphasizing her...
Late summer weather continues, temperatures around 20 degrees: ‘Lovely weather for a terrace or a walk’
Pleasant late summer weather is expected to persist across the Netherlands, with temperatures reaching approximately 20 degrees Celsius throughout the weekend and into next week. While conditions will...
Camera follows André Hazes on midnight drives home, with only fast food and scheduled sex to look forward to
Singer André Hazes is the subject of a new reality soap that documents his professional life and his transition to living with his partner, Noa. The series offers a candid look at his daily routines,...
A4 and A10 connector road closed again for the entire weekend
A section of the De Nieuwe Meer interchange connecting the A4 and A10 West will be closed this weekend for viaduct construction as part of the Zuidasdok project. Motorists should anticipate travel del...
Lunch is sacred: Norbert opens a South of France style lunch bistro
Chef Norbert has opened Cantine Cannes in Haarlem, a bistro focusing on Mediterranean-inspired lunches and seasonal dishes. After a successful summer, he is now expanding the business to include group...
Celebrate Animal Day at de Ceuvel or visit a bread market: what to do in Amsterdam this week
Amsterdam is hosting a wide array of cultural and community events this week, including the Broodsalon bread market, an animal-focused festival at De Ceuvel, and the Children's Book Week festivities. ...
Robert Vuijsje’s (55) favorite word: ‘We are those old-school Amsterdammers who know what we mean by luck’
Author Robert Vuijsje will compete in the upcoming Groot Amsterdams Dictee on October 10. He emphasizes the importance of local dialect, noting that specific phrases serve as a social signal among res...
Film distributor Pim Hermeling's Amsterdam: 'The bike path on Bilderdijkstraat could use an upgrade. What a misery'
Pim Hermeling, director of September Film and Het Ketelhuis, shares his daily routine and personal preferences as a resident of Amsterdam. He highlights his favorite local spots while voicing criticis...
Karsu sang her first songs here, at Turkish restaurant Kilim on Ceintuurbaan 246
Singer Karsu shares memories of her family's Turkish restaurant, Kilim, in Amsterdam, where she performed early piano concerts as a teenager. Her career flourished following a national television appe...
Rasja (55) and Ghislaine (26): ‘I was already working behind the counter in your dental practices when I was sixteen’
Rasja and her daughter Ghislaine discuss how Ghislaine grew up working in the family dental practice in Amsterdam. By starting at the front desk at age sixteen, Ghislaine gained enough experience to f...
Screen ban in UvA lectures aims to improve learning, but temptation remains under the desk
The University of Amsterdam has implemented a laptop ban for interdisciplinary social science lectures to improve student focus. This policy seeks to reduce classroom distractions, though student reac...
Weekend tips: things to do in Haarlem (October 2-4)
Haarlem hosts several music-themed events from October 2 to October 4, including the Haarlem Vinyl Festival, a Vinyl Bingo Diner, and a choir performance at de Koepel. Additionally, the St. Bavo Churc...