Lifestyle News in English
Latest lifestyle headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
170 participants from 8 countries head to Haarlem for special Shaolin kung fu event
The Spaarnehal in Haarlem will host the Open Dutch Championship Shaolin Kung Fu on Saturday, June 13. Approximately 170 participants from eight countries will gather for the event, which features trad...
Ariana Grande scores tenth US No. 1 hit and joins illustrious list
Ariana Grande has achieved her tenth number one hit in the United States with her new single 'hate that I made you love me.' She becomes the thirteenth artist to reach this milestone, joining a select...
Higher airfares and holiday park prices drive up inflation: daily life more expensive
Inflation in the Netherlands rose to 3.5 percent in May compared to the previous year, according to Statistics Netherlands (CBS). The increase was primarily driven by the rising costs of airline ticke...
Saving tip! Have your Amsterdam cat microchipped for free in June
Cat owners in Amsterdam can have their pets microchipped for free throughout the month of June. The initiative aims to help lost cats be reunited with their owners more easily if they end up in an ani...
Mart Hoogkamer no longer wants to be confronted with his father's arrest
Dutch singer Mart Hoogkamer stated he no longer wants to be confronted with news regarding his father's arrest for allegedly making threats. Hoogkamer emphasized that he has not been in contact with h...
Should we throw away our old photos, or maybe not?
The author contemplates whether to keep or discard three boxes containing old photographs that represent their personal history. The brief text reflects on the sentimental value of physical memories s...
North Holland traffic: delays on the A7, N9, N242, N244 and N247 during Tuesday morning rush hour, June 9
On Tuesday, June 9, the morning rush hour in Noord-Holland experienced traffic congestion on several major roads, including the A7, N9, N242, N244, and N247. This heavy traffic resulted in stationary ...
Is exercising every day good for you? Sports physician and former pro runner explains
Sports doctor Tom Wiggers explains the potential risks of exercising every day and provides advice on how to avoid physical overload. The former professional runner discusses finding the balance betwe...
Hoofddorp woman (77) loses dog after it kills sheep: 'A life sentence for me and a delayed death sentence for Amy'
A 77-year-old woman from Hoofddorp has lost her dog after the animal attacked and killed a sheep. The case is being highlighted as part of a series on local criminal law, illustrating the severe emoti...
Bats hinder Heemskerk housing project: 9 fewer homes due to flight paths
A housing project near the station in Heemskerk has been scaled back to protect bat flight and foraging routes. The adjustment results in a net loss of nine planned homes from the original proposal.
Experts: Stop charging your electric car between 4 p.m. and 9 p.m.
A Dutch think tank advises electric vehicle owners to avoid charging their cars during the evening rush hour between 4:00 PM and 9:00 PM. This change is recommended to help drivers save money and redu...
How terrace mecca Paris added thousands more terraces in recent years: ‘It is a kind of microcosm of France’
Student Sheovan Deira (31) came to the Netherlands to study. She earns 2,749 euros: ‘I work hard and work long hours’
Bistro influences, André Hazes on the wall and a touch of New York: De Baanderij opens in former IJ-kantine at NDSM
Residents in this village-like part of Amsterdam refuse to move for demolition: ‘I’m only leaving in a wooden coffin’
Borneokade residents disappointed after meeting on swimming pier: "Hoped for more perspective"
More than a hundred residents of Amsterdam-Oost attended an information meeting regarding the shortening of a popular swimming pier at Borneokade following a Council of State ruling. District administ...
Full house at Borneokade swimming jetty information meeting: 'Those fifty meters are staying'
After 77 years, Cécémel to be renamed Chocomel in Belgium as well
FrieslandCampina is rebranding its chocolate milk brand Cécémel to Chocomel in Belgium after 77 years. The change will align the Belgian product's name with the branding used in the Netherlands sinc...
Yasmine Bentoumya new group leader of PRO
Yasmine Bentoumya has been unanimously elected as the new floor leader for the PRO party in the Amsterdam city council, succeeding Zita Pels. Pels is stepping down from the leadership role to serve as...
Apple gives parents more control over children's iPhones and improves Siri
Apple has announced new features for iPhones that provide parents with increased control over their children's device usage and communication. The company is also significantly upgrading Siri, althoug...
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Renovated Artis aquarium reopens after five years
The Artis aquarium in Amsterdam will reopen this Saturday after a five-year renovation project costing 50 million euros. The historic 1882 building has been fully restored, featuring thematic underwat...
From Persian rugs in pubs to Amsterdam cocktail onions: new guide maps centuries-old Muslim heritage
Another protest at Ye concert in GelreDome
A small group of protesters gathered at the GelreDome in Arnhem on Monday evening to demonstrate against American rapper Ye's concert in the Netherlands. This event was significantly smaller than the ...
'I was looking for the truth,' says Siem (17), who recently converted to Protestantism
Seventeen-year-old Siem Langeveld recently made a confession of faith at the Goede Herderkerk in Haarlem, reflecting a broader trend of renewed interest in religion among Dutch youth. Seeking truth an...
Peel your own fruit, no flip-flops in the jungle: how to prevent tropical infections
Internist-infectiologist Els van Nood provides essential advice for travelers visiting (sub)tropical destinations to avoid contracting diseases from bacteria and viruses. Her tips include basic safety...
Blijmond gives every child a role in musical My Grandpa: ‘We see how they develop’
Students from the Blijmond musical and dance school are currently preparing for their annual production titled 'Mijn Opa.' The school emphasizes giving every child a role to support their personal dev...
PowNed removes Verboden Liefde episodes due to participants' sex crime case
Dutch broadcaster PowNed has removed episodes of the program 'Verboden Liefde' from online platforms after two participants were charged in a sex crime case. The two men are suspected of abusing their...
Supermarket woes not over: groceries up to 10% more expensive by 2027
The Dutch supermarket umbrella organization CBL has warned the government that grocery prices could increase by up to 10 percent next year. According to the trade association, these price hikes are pa...
Griekspoor-Van de Zandschulp second match Tuesday in Rosmalen
Dutch tennis players Tallon Griekspoor and Botic van de Zandschulp will face each other this Tuesday at the grass-court tournament in Rosmalen. The match is scheduled as the second event of the day on...