Lifestyle News in English
Latest lifestyle headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
'Crying at the pump and laughing at the charger', EcoHeemskerk organizes energy-saving information evening
The sustainable energy association EcoHeemskerk is hosting an information evening focused on energy conservation and reducing reliance on fossil fuels. The event aims to educate the public on sustaina...
Suzanne’s Amsterdam King’s Day favorites: ‘I can’t make it through the day without this Greek toastie’
Suzanne from indebuurt shares her essential tips and favorite spots for celebrating King's Day in Amsterdam. Her recommendations focus on navigating the city's massive crowds and include a specific Gr...
Oosterpark pond full of dead fish, likely due to broken pump
A large number of fish have died in the pond at Oosterpark in Amsterdam, likely due to a broken water pump that failed to provide sufficient oxygen. The municipality has acknowledged the issue and is ...
Attention daredevils: new track officially opened at the site of the Van Lennepflat
Housing corporation Woonopmaat officially opened a new cross track on Wednesday afternoon at the former site of the demolished Van Lennepflat in Heemskerk. The track provides a recreational space for ...
Ryanair passengers must check in earlier due to airport crowds
Starting this fall, Ryanair passengers checking in luggage must do so 20 minutes earlier to avoid missing flights due to long airport queues. The budget airline introduced this measure because congest...
Together at the table on May 5: join a freedom meal here in Haarlem
On May 5, 2026, Haarlem will host communal freedom meals where residents and neighbors gather to dine and discuss the theme of freedom. These events aim to foster community connections and celebrate l...
Birdwatching, hiking or gardening: our outdoor tips for the May holiday
The article provides outdoor activity recommendations for people of all ages in Amsterdam during the May holiday. Suggested activities include bird watching, walking, and gardening.
Housing association wants tenant not to return to home shot at in Zuidoost
Housing corporation Eigen Haard is seeking to evict a tenant from her home in Amsterdam Zuidoost after the property was targeted in two separate shootings in January. The corporation cites neighborhoo...
Riding club De Commandeurs from Heemskerk has moved: ‘To attract people, you must offer good conditions’
Riding association De Commandeurs has moved from its long-time base in Heemskerk to new facilities in Castricum. The move aims to provide better conditions for members and attract more participants to...
Blokker is back: are you still a fan or have you moved on? Let us know
Following its bankruptcy in late 2024 and the subsequent closure of hundreds of stores, the household retail chain Blokker has made a comeback with 56 locations. The chain has returned to using its or...
Traffic disruption on A10 South and A4 from April 24 to May 5
Serious traffic delays of 30 to 60 minutes are expected on the A10 South and A4 motorways in and around Amsterdam from April 24 to May 5. Travelers are advised to account for significant extra travel ...
Haarlem artist Arjan Broek’s exhibition on the golden glow of adversity: ‘Of course I sometimes thought: what on earth happened here?’
Haarlem photographer Arjan Broek is launching a photo exhibition and book titled 'Everything is possible' at Fort Knox in Hoofddorp starting April 25. The project features twenty portraits and stories...
Steven Kazàn on reunion with Jamie Kames: 'Maybe in a few years'
Illusionist Steven Kaz an stated in an interview with Weekend magazine that he and Jamie Kames will not be reconciling in the near future. The couple separated last summer following Kames's affair wit...
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In Search of Spekkoek: Three neighborhood dinners to connect residents of the Indische Buurt
On April 25, the community center De Schakel will host the first of three neighborhood dinners titled 'Op zoek naar Spekkoek' to connect residents of the Indische Buurt. Organizer Amis Agung Boersma a...
Margriet and Marian love exercising in the forest: ‘Balancing on one leg is getting easier for me’
Margriet and Marian participate in weekly outdoor exercise sessions with the "GO" (Gezond Oud) group to promote healthy aging. The activities take place every Tuesday at the Beeckestijn estate in Vels...
Who is joining the magic of the Easels and Brushes art project?
The annual ten-day art project 'Ezels en kwasten' is held in Wijk aan Zee, involving artists and students from the De Vrijheit child center. The event serves as a major cultural highlight for particip...
Energy debate: opposition working on deal with government for cheaper public transport
The Dutch cabinet and the House of Representatives are debating a package of measures to address the ongoing energy crisis. Opposition parties, led by GroenLinks-PvdA, are negotiating a deal to includ...
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LIVE Eredivisie | Telstar host Sparta in survival battle, visitors eye European play-offs
Telstar hosts Sparta Rotterdam in an Eredivisie match in Velsen-Zuid, with both teams seeking crucial points. The home side is fighting to avoid relegation, while the visitors are aiming to secure a s...
Sunny weather ahead in the coming days with mild temperatures and few clouds
The Netherlands is expected to experience sunny weather and mild temperatures over the coming days, following a chilly night. According to Weeronline, Wednesday will be bright with only local cloud co...
New market in Haarlem: Swan Market arrives at de Dreef
The Swan Market will debut in Haarlem on Sunday, April 26, at the Dreef. Unlike traditional markets, it will feature a curated selection of design, vintage, and handmade items along with various food ...
Drake to release ninth studio album Iceman on May 15
Canadian rapper Drake announced that his ninth studio album, titled Iceman, will be released on May 15. The announcement was made in downtown Toronto, where the date was revealed through a massive dis...
GPs sound alarm over vaping: Politicians must help protect the youth
Amsterdam general practitioners and healthcare providers have urged the city council to implement stricter measures to protect young people from vaping addiction. The groups are calling for expanded s...
Kylie Jenner sued by former housekeeper for hostile work environment
Kylie Jenner is facing a lawsuit from former housekeeper Angelica Vazquez, who alleges she experienced persistent harassment and discrimination from other staff members. The filing claims that Jenner ...
Milan Zonneveld (22) returns to Telstar with Sparta: from Tata Steel to Eredivisie striker in one year. ‘They want to beat me too’
Milan Zonneveld will return to face his former club Telstar on Wednesday as a Sparta striker, marking a rapid rise from working at Tata Steel to playing in the Eredivisie within one year. The 22-year-...
Smokers no longer welcome on parts of Zandvoort beach, but no official ban in place
The municipality of Zandvoort has established three voluntary smoke-free zones on its beaches for the current season. While signs have been installed to mark these areas, the initiative is a pilot pro...
On display at KunstRAI – these galleries without owners show art in total freedom
Niek and Jacqueline manage paradise on earth in Weesp: ‘This is our living business card’
Sandra rejects Rob at the altar in Married at First Sight: ‘I can’t do it’
In a historic moment for the Dutch edition of 'Married at First Sight,' a bride named Sandra rejected her match at the altar. Upon meeting Rob, Sandra experienced a panic attack and decided not to pro...