Lifestyle News in English
Latest lifestyle headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
Initially failed, then passed after review: grading errors in Calandlyceum final exams
Three students from the Calandlyceum in Amsterdam successfully appealed their failing grades after discovering significant grading errors in their final mathematics exams. The students were able to pa...
This Oosterpark house once held one of the first abortion clinics in the Netherlands
Zomergasten host Janine Abbring (50): If someone still thinks I'm unsuitable, that won't change anymore
Pride: 10 queer exhibitions worth seeing
Theo (71) and Shane (24): ‘The most important thing I consciously learned is freedom of thought’
Ajax wins convincingly against Vojvodina in Serbia
Ajax defeated the Serbian club Vojvodina 1-4 in the second qualifying round of the Conference League in Novi Sad. Davy Klaassen, Steven Berghuis, Oscar Gloukh, and Mohamed Abdalla scored for the Dutch...
22 hours cramped on a plane is the future, but is it healthy?
Qantas is preparing to launch Project Sunrise, a non-stop 22-hour flight between London and the east coast of Australia. While a technological milestone, health experts warn that such long-duration fl...
Weekend tips: things to do in Haarlem (July 24-26)
This article provides a curated list of activities and events happening in Haarlem during the weekend of July 24-26. It aims to help residents and visitors enjoy their summer weekend with various loca...
Does children's hair grow back thicker after a haircut? Expert answers
Parents often wonder if a child's hair grows back thicker after their first haircut. This article examines the facts behind this common belief to determine if there is any truth to the claim.
Graziëlla Hunsel Rivero and Nicolas Aquaa have one message in De Zwoele Stad: Southeast is the place to be
The talk show De Zwoele Stad features guests Graziëlla Hunsel Rivero and Nicolas Aquaa discussing the cultural growth and vibrancy of Amsterdam Zuidoost. The program highlights the area's development...
Live: Conference League | FK Vojvodina - Ajax: Blind, Wijndal and Gloukh start
Ajax kicks off the new season in Serbia
Ajax officially begins its 2026-2027 season today with a UEFA Conference League second qualifying round match against FK Vojvodina in Serbia. This match marks the debut of new head coach Míchel Sánc...
Inner dikes near Durgerdam full of cracks: water board on patrol
Due to a persistent precipitation deficit, the Hoogheemraadschap Hollands Noorderkwartier is conducting extra inspections of peat dikes near Durgerdam to monitor drought-related cracks. While the curr...
Guests at Sandevoerde campsite refuse to give up, won't 'make way for the rich'
Long-term guests at Camping Sandevoerde in Zandvoort are continuing their legal battle against the campsite owner to prevent the site from being redeveloped into luxury chalets. Meanwhile, a similar c...
Race against time: will injured ultrarunner Rick recover in time for Spartathlon?
Ultrarunner Rick van der Burg is racing against time to recover from a severe ankle injury ahead of the Spartathlon in Greece this September. He is currently undergoing treatment and monitoring while ...
Ajax presents new away kit with bus on Elandsgracht: "The color suits me well"
Ajax has unveiled its new away kit with an event on the Elandsgracht in Amsterdam. The team will debut the new shirt during their match against the Serbian club FK Vojvodina.
Through public transport gates without scanning in the future? GVB conducts 'promising' trial
GVB has successfully tested a new hands-free check-in system for public transport fare gates using ultra-wideband technology at Amsterdam Central Station. The trial demonstrated that this method is ac...
Harry van Raam (1937-2026), owner of artist café De Gelaghkamer and Ramses Shaffy's second home, has died
Robbie Williams addresses incident: 'Not a peppermint, but a nicotine lozenge'
British singer Robbie Williams has clarified that the white object which fell out of his mouth during a recent German television interview was a nicotine tablet, not a mint. He addressed the incident ...
Oleksii (31) fights on the front lines in Ukraine and visits Amsterdam with his wife Antonia (30) during leave: It is nice to relax, but it is also bittersweet
You don't have to fit into one relationship: Linda de Munck on solo polyamory during WorldPride
Sex influencer Linda de Munck discusses solo polyamory during WorldPride, highlighting the importance of personal freedom and authenticity in relationships. She advocates for the right to shape one's ...
Loveseats in the boxes and LED lighting for ambiance: Tuschinski reopens main auditorium after large-scale renovation
Ajax presents new black and orange away kit, with subtle references to club history
Food watchdog wants Efteling to stop unlimited soft drinks for visitors
The food watchdog organization Foodwatch has called on the Efteling theme park to stop offering unlimited soda refills to visitors. The organization claims to have received numerous complaints suggest...
Thanks to toy fish and vibrating eggs: thunderous applause for the underwater concert at the Marnix pool
Lonely Haarlem residents chat at Open Coffee House during the quiet summer
The Open Koffiehuis in Haarlem serves as a vital meeting place to combat loneliness among seniors, who often face increased isolation during the summer months. Through social activities and volunteer ...
Salty Waffles sells savory waffles in the Jordaan: We were allowed to once we said it had nothing to do with regular waffles
Actress Roeqayyah (22) struggles to find a rental home: ‘What young freelancer earns four times the Amsterdam rent?’
This artwork is a picturesque world with medieval columns, a romantic oasis among apartment buildings
