Lifestyle News in English
Latest lifestyle headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
Attention road users: N247 closed for two weeks, major disruption expected
The N247 road between 't Schouw and the A10 intersection will be closed for two weeks starting April 12 for essential asphalt replacement. Authorities expect significant traffic disruption and advise ...
Professor banned for two years after forgetting to scan eight items offers Albert Heijn a solution
Professor Maarten Steinbuch received a two-year ban from an Albert Heijn supermarket after failing to scan eight out of twelve items during a self-checkout spot check. Faced with the choice of a ban o...
John de Bever and Kees Stevens to get their own movie: 'Everything for the fans'
Dutch singer John de Bever and his husband Kees Stevens have announced their first cinema film, titled 'De Bevers: Alles voor de Fans!', scheduled for release next year. Filming is set to begin later ...
Stefano Gabbana steps down as chairman of Italian fashion house Dolce & Gabbana
Stefano Gabbana has stepped down as chairman of the Italian fashion house Dolce & Gabbana, which he co-founded. Although he resigned in December, the news was only recently made public according to re...
Friends Bram and Robert are twelve years apart but have much in common: ‘At a judo club like this, you are almost family’
Bram van Kooten and Robert Kamphof from Velserbroek share how their friendship grew through their shared hobby at a local judo club. Despite a twelve-year age gap, they highlight the strong, family-li...
Chris is happy in his tiny house with a large kitchen: ‘A small kitchen irritates me’
Chris Bakker, an ICT professional and crossfit coach, has spent a decade building his own tiny house, which he moved into six months ago. Located in a community in Den Helder, the house is uniquely la...
At the table with Diny, Arie, Alie and Ubed: The compliments you receive are your reward
Volunteers at the Zeewijk senior center organize communal meals three times a week to provide social engagement for local seniors. Every Wednesday, a dedicated team prepares fresh meals for participan...
Yvonne Coldeweijer removes juice videos and celebrates 'victory' after legal proceedings
Yvonne Coldeweijer has removed gossip videos from her Instagram account following a court order. The juice vlogger described the legal outcome as a victory because the judge also ruled that her employ...
Johan Cruyff namesakes get free ArenA tour
To celebrate the 30th anniversary of the Johan Cruijff ArenA, namesakes of Johan Cruijff can receive a free stadium tour in Amsterdam on April 25. The event, held on Cruijff's birthday, includes photo...
Four beers for 13 euros, walking to the fort: 5x a blissful Sunday in Diemen
Large section of Amsterdam ring road closed in both directions this weekend
Major sections of the A10 and A4 motorways in Amsterdam will be closed in both directions from Friday evening until Monday morning for the Zuidasdok expansion project. The construction will also halt ...
Wietze de Jager temporarily returns to radio after three years
Wietze de Jager and sidekick Chris Bergström will return to the radio this summer to host the morning show on 100% NL. De Jager, who moved to Bonaire after leaving Radio 538 in 2023, will be temporar...
Michael J. Fox reacts to CNN report on his death: 'I'm doing okay'
Michael J. Fox has responded to a false report by CNN claiming that he had passed away. In a social media post, the American actor reassured fans that he is doing fine and clarified that the reports o...
Ben (78) has been teaching swimming at VZV for 48 years: ‘If you want, you can swim your whole life’
78-year-old Ben Sliggers has been a swimming instructor at the VZV club for 48 years, emphasizing that swimming is a lifelong sport. He currently leads swimming lessons and water polo training session...
From concrete to broccoli: schoolyards in Beverwijk and Heemskerk make way for school gardens. Nature is so educational
Kindcentrum De Ark in Heemskerk and primary school De Sterrenkijker in Beverwijk have transformed parts of their schoolyards into school gardens. Students will use these green spaces to grow their own...
It’s not allowed, but cyclists flock to railway tracks and narrow bridge: "Fun challenge"
Cyclists in Amsterdam are illegally using a narrow tram bridge near the Amsterdamse Bos as a shortcut while a nearby bridge is replaced. Despite warning signs and the risk of fines, many users continu...
Where are these sudden traffic jams on Stationsweg coming from? No one knows
Unexplained traffic jams have been occurring during the morning rush hour on the Stationsweg in Velsen for nearly a week. The municipality of Velsen is currently unaware of the cause for the congestio...
Ahoy urges K3 fans not to take public transport to Sunday concert due to marathon
Rotterdam Ahoy has advised fans attending the K3 Originals concert on Sunday, April 12, to avoid using public transport. The recommendation is due to expected overcrowding at transit stations caused b...
Parents of young children still struggle to put down their own phones
One in three parents frequently checks their phone in the presence of their children, prompting experts to call for better guidance on the parental role-model function. Experts recommend that advice o...
'Strange' furniture store helps Piet for free
After the furniture store where he purchased his chair went out of business, a man named Piet struggled to find a replacement part for a broken handle. Eventually, a different furniture store assisted...
Final section of A16 near Rotterdam reopens to traffic
The main northbound carriageway of the A16 near Rotterdam has reopened to traffic following overnight repair work. The repairs were carried out after a truck caught fire on the motorway on Thursday af...
Burglar flees to roof after partying with fried shrimp and whisky: 'First he snorted his nose full'
A burglar in Haarlem fled to the rooftops of a residential block on Alexander Bellstraat on Thursday morning to evade police arrest. Before climbing onto the roof, the intruder had reportedly broken i...
Diddy's lawyers: Judge made mistake in sentencing
Sean "Diddy" Combs' legal team has filed for his immediate release, claiming Judge Arun Subramanian made an error when sentencing him to four years and two months in prison this July. The legal team i...
Rick Brandsteder will not appeal DUI conviction
Former presenter Rick Brandsteder will not appeal his conviction for driving under the influence following a car accident in March 2025. His lawyer confirmed that Brandsteder has accepted the 1,650 eu...
10 years old and addicted to cosmetics thanks to social media: is such a cream really necessary?
Children in the final year of primary school are increasingly focused on complex skincare and makeup routines driven by social media tutorials. This growing obsession among ten-year-olds has prompted ...
Fire destroys elderly couple's car: "I can put on a brave face, but that's not me"
Arsonists destroyed several vehicles over Easter weekend in Amsterdam East, including the car an elderly couple relied on for medical transport. Police confirmed that both vehicle and scooter fires we...
Amsterdam clubs experiment with ‘Cineville for nightlife’ to attract more visitors
How an April Fool's joke earned the red Dirk shopping bag a spot in the Stedelijk Museum
Roadworks around Zuidas again: A10 South and East closed all weekend
