Lifestyle News in English
Latest lifestyle headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
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. ...
Milia not as harmless as they seem: ‘You must absolutely not squeeze them’
Milia are small, white, hard bumps on the skin that are often mistaken for acne but require different care. Dermatologists advise against squeezing these bumps and explain the proper methods for their...
Evelyn finally makes the front page
A woman named Evelyn has been featured on the front page of a newspaper with a photograph. Despite reaching this milestone, the reality of the situation is not what she had originally envisioned.
Real estate entrepreneur Marcel Melis demands rectification from Volt leader Broersen in court
Real estate entrepreneur Marcel Melis has taken Volt politician Juliet Broersen to court, demanding a rectification after she compared him to Andrew Tate during a city council debate. Melis argues the...
Home batteries appeal to solar panel owners. Strong interest in Energiek Velsen meetings
As feed-in compensation for solar power is set to diminish next year, interest in home battery storage has surged among residents in Velsen. Information sessions organized by the local group Energiek ...
'We have lost ourselves'. Jolanda van der Heijden from Bloemendaal is silent for much of the day and recommends it to others
Jolanda van der Heijden from Bloemendaal advocates for daily silence and mindfulness to help people reconnect with themselves amidst modern-day pressures. She provides silent walks, mindfulness traini...
Vanessa (49) is finally free from bulimia after 25 years: ‘I ended every binge with a liter of ice cream and a can of whipped cream’
Vanessa Aland, a 49-year-old from Beverwijk, has recovered from bulimia after a 25-year struggle and is now dedicated to helping others with the condition. The article highlights that approximately 22...
World's oldest gorilla celebrates 69th birthday in Berlin
Fatou, believed to be the world's oldest gorilla, celebrated her 69th birthday at the Berlin Zoo. This is an exceptional age for the species, which typically lives between 35 and 40 years in the wild.
Language volunteer José: ‘With language, you give people their voice back’
José van der Vossen, a 75-year-old language volunteer at Taalcarrousel, helps non-native speakers navigate life in the Netherlands by teaching vocabulary and practicing conversation. Her commitment t...
What does the speed camera marathon actually achieve? And four other questions
Police across Europe are conducting a week-long speed enforcement operation, deploying approximately 15,000 officers to identify and fine speeding drivers. While the initiative aims to improve road sa...
Anthony Correia to leave Telstar at end of season, signs with FC Utrecht
Anthony Correia will leave Telstar at the end of the season to join FC Utrecht as their new head coach. The 43-year-old trainer from Velserbroek has signed a three-year contract with the Eredivisie cl...
A10 West traffic gridlocked due to closed N247
The closure of the N247 provincial road has caused significant traffic congestion on the A10 West and A5 highways, with some motorists facing delays of up to 40 minutes. Approximately 20,000 daily com...
American rock band The Strokes to perform at Ziggo Dome in October
American rock band The Strokes will perform at the Ziggo Dome in Amsterdam on Sunday, October 11. The concert is part of a world tour that includes dates in North America, Europe, and Japan starting t...
Merger in Velsen into Kinheim IEV Combination (KIC) was unique for its time
This article highlights the historical merger of sports clubs in Velsen that created the Kinheim IEV Combinatie (KIC) in 1969. It belongs to a series covering defunct sports organizations and signific...
Club Stalker owner and music pioneer Felix van der Eerden (1955-2026) was not an entrepreneur who happened to end up in music: ‘We don’t want to be just a mindless straight club’
Felix van der Eerden, the founder of the influential Dutch nightclub Club Stalker, passed away on April 7, 2026, at the age of 71. Since opening in Haarlem in 1983, the venue became a significant hub ...
King's Day is coming: these are the new rules in Amsterdam
Mayor Halsema has introduced new regulations for King's Day in Amsterdam to manage overcrowding and illegal alcohol sales, including reinstating passenger limits on boats. Festivals on the city's outs...
First edition of VLOED festival in Zandvoort with free program
The first edition of the VLOED festival will take place in Zandvoort from May 14 to May 16, featuring a free program of art, music, and dance. The event opens daily with a performance by neo-fanfare 9...
Children can sign up for the children's council again: 'You learn new things'
The city of Amsterdam is recruiting new members for its children's council, which represents the voices of youth from every district in groups 7 and 8. Council members discuss topics such as outdoor p...
Less than half of the Dutch have an emergency kit at home
Currently, only 44 percent of Dutch households have an emergency kit at home. Justice and Security Minister David van Weel emphasized that more work is needed to improve preparedness among the populat...
Cheers! This is how much a beer costs in Amsterdam on King's Day
On April 27th, Amsterdam expects between 700,000 and 900,000 visitors for King's Day celebrations. The article provides guidance on where attendees can find and purchase beer during the city's festivi...
Flower parade in Haarlem on April 18 and 19
The Bloemencorso flower parade will take place in Haarlem on April 18 and 19, 2026, featuring illuminated floats and city-center displays. Several major roads and bus routes will be closed or diverted...
Amsterdam switches to a new way of collecting bulky waste (but it will take a while)
Amsterdam is transitioning to a new system where bulky waste is collected by appointment instead of on fixed days. This change will be implemented gradually over the coming years, and residents will r...
Sonja Barend's funeral to be held in private
The funeral of Dutch television icon Sonja Barend will be held in a private ceremony, following her death on Sunday at the age of 86. Broadcaster BNNVARA stated that the specific date and location of ...
Yummy Corner brings warmth to Hoofddorp industrial estate: ‘It felt right immediately when I walked in’
Farah Aboulhadi and her 17-year-old daughter Amira have opened a new lunchroom called The Yummy Corner on an industrial estate in Hoofddorp. The duo aims to provide a warm and welcoming atmosphere for...
Guided tour of the Atlantic Wall bunkers in Wijk aan Zee
The association Rondje Wijk aan Zee will host its first guided tour of the season on April 26, featuring World War II bunkers along the Atlantic Wall. These defensive structures are part of a historic...
Foundation problems a major blow for homeowners
Haarlem tower clock running five minutes slow in July 1896 delayed delivery of Opregte Haarlemsche Courant
In July 1896, the delivery of the Opregte Haarlemsche Courant was delayed because the central tower clock in Haarlem was running five minutes behind schedule. This incident highlighted the significant...
Roadworks in Haarlem: what to keep in mind this week (April 13 - April 20)
Haarlem is experiencing various roadworks and partial street closures from April 13 to April 20, affecting areas such as Kinderhuissingel and Parklaan. Motorists should expect disruptions in the city ...
