Lifestyle News in English
Latest lifestyle headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
Enthusiasts and haters in conversation on 'Fatbike Friday'
Cultural Center Breen and the Van Eesteren Museum are hosting a 'Fatbike Friday' discussion in Amsterdam's Nieuw-West district to address polarized public opinion regarding fatbikes. The event aims to...
New crossing on Communicatieweg requires main road closure
A new pedestrian crossing will be constructed on the Communicatieweg in Heemskerk near the Shell gas station. To facilitate the construction, the road will be partially or fully closed during the May ...
Kim Kardashian makes Broadway debut as producer: 'So proud'
Kim Kardashian is making her Broadway debut as a producer for the upcoming play "The Fear of 13." Starring Academy Award winner Adrien Brody, the production tells the story of a man who spent more tha...
A bit wobbly? Personal trainer gives exercises for more stability
A personal trainer provides daily stability exercises designed to help older adults maintain balance and prevent falls that can lead to serious injuries. The routine emphasizes the importance of stren...
Button shop celebrates 40 years; owner Thea (74) cannot find a successor
Thea de Boer’s specialized button shop on Amsterdam's Herengracht is celebrating its 40th anniversary while facing an uncertain future due to rising rents and a lack of successors. Despite the shop'...
Aleid Bos reconstructs her father’s youth through old letters: ‘It felt like an exotic story: my father grew up in Spain’
Aleid Bos has written a book titled "Citroenen uit de achtertuin" to reconstruct her father's childhood in Spain using a collection of old letters found after his death. The work explores her father's...
Children's book author Arend van Dam takes children through war stories at IJmuiden Library
Children's book author Arend van Dam will visit the IJmuiden library on Wednesday, April 22, to present his new book. During the session, he will guide children and parents through various well-known ...
Cry for help over situation at care facility: "My mother is begging me to help her"
Relatives and a former employee at the In het Zomerpark care home in Nieuw-Vennep have raised alarms over severe neglect, including medication errors, poor hygiene, and moldy food. Although the manage...
Simone Zeefuik (43) from the Bijlmer wrote a play about female friendships under pressure
Amsterdammers wanted to be seen at Van der Eerden’s beach club (1955-2026)
Free public transport for children until 2027: applications now open at city service desks
Parents can now apply for free public transport for children until 2027 at the City Desk without needing a DigiD. This initiative simplifies the application process for local families to access compli...
How to get your child to play outside more
While outdoor play is widely recognized as beneficial for a child's health, many children currently do not spend enough time outside. This article explores various methods parents can use to encourage...
Ricardo’s (26) trophy cabinet is almost full, but he still has room for a Haarlemmermeer medal: ‘You get the occasional bruise’
Combat athlete Ricardo de Jong was honored with a sports medal by the municipality of Haarlemmermeer during a ceremony in Hoofddorp celebrating 150 local athletes. Despite possessing 31 national title...
May holiday turned out to cost 5,800 euros: ‘we did it because everyone else does’
A Dutch couple, Marjolein and Remco, consulted a budget coach after spending 5,800 euros on a one-week flight vacation during the May school holidays. They admitted they booked the expensive trip due ...
First for food garden in North: vegetables watered by 50,000 liters of rainwater
A food garden in Amsterdam-Noord has launched an experimental project using two 25,000-liter tanks to collect rainwater from nearby apartment rooftops. This initiative, led by Waternet and the local m...
Forts, strongholds and bunkers: visit them near Haarlem this weekend
The National Defense Heritage Weekend on April 18 and 19 allows visitors to explore various forts, bunkers, and fortifications near Haarlem and throughout the Netherlands. Many participating locations...
Cedric (47) from Haarlem breathes new life into old laptops for people who cannot afford new ones
Cedric de Wijs, a 47-year-old computer enthusiast from Haarlem, restores laptops up to twenty years old for charitable purposes. He installs Linux on the devices to provide functional computers for in...
Actress Ruby Rose accuses Katy Perry of sexual misconduct
Actress Ruby Rose, known for her roles in Orange Is the New Black and Batwoman, has accused singer Katy Perry of sexual assault. Perry has denied the allegations.
Municipality refuses to intervene in residential parking chaos: Residents must provide their own parking
The Amsterdam municipality has refused to intervene in the parking crisis in the Amstel III district, stating that residents are responsible for securing their own parking spaces. Although residents f...
Exerting effort to relax, with expert help
Accessing professional psychological support requires patience as experts are not immediately available. The article highlights the effort needed to find relaxation and mental health assistance.
Podcast The Foundling: nine days later another baby is found
The podcast 'De Vondeling' explores the 2003 case of Youri, a newborn found abandoned in a trash bag outside an apartment complex in Amsterdam Noord. Despite police investigations and efforts by his f...
Woman arrested for attacking Fleetwood Mac singer Lindsey Buckingham
A 55-year-old woman named Michelle Dick has been arrested for allegedly stalking and attacking former Fleetwood Mac guitarist Lindsey Buckingham for several years. The arrest follows reports from Amer...
Marco Borsato sees life take positive turn again: 'People are approaching me again'
Dutch singer Marco Borsato shared that he is experiencing positive changes in his life and social interactions following the dismissal of a sexual misconduct case against him. During an appearance on ...
Henk and Jelle give lecture on nature in South Kennemerland National Park
Bird experts Jelle van der Helm and Henk Wijkhuisen will give a lecture about the nature of National Park Zuid-Kennemerland on Sunday, April 19. The event is scheduled to take place at the De Vries va...
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Flower parade with extra festivities in Heemstede. Talent show as new feature
The Bloemencorso Bollenstreek flower parade will pass through the center of Heemstede this Saturday, featuring additional festivities organized by local retailers. A new talent show has been added to ...
How Nico (68) catches rats with his ferrets: ‘I don’t do crawl spaces’
No known structural problems with damp and mold, says housing association Pré Wonen after council questions about resident complaints
Housing association Pré Wonen has dismissed claims of structural mold and moisture problems in postwar neighborhoods in Beverwijk, following inquiries from the local political party Vrij! Beverwijk. ...