Lifestyle News in English
Latest lifestyle headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
High interest in first student market for vocational schools: ‘We are the doers of the city’
Amsterdam recently hosted the first student market dedicated to vocational, or mbo, students to improve their social and academic recognition. The initiative aims to change the perception of these stu...
Gasoline at record high: taking a detour saves 20 euros per tank
Gasoline prices in the Netherlands have surged to record highs, prompting many motorists to experience significant financial pressure. Drivers can save approximately 20 euros per tank by avoiding expe...
Shoot Your Shot is looking for young film talent
De Schuur in Haarlem is calling for submissions from young filmmakers aged 12 to 21 for its 2026 Shoot Your Shot competition under the theme 'Double.' Entrants can participate in workshops and compete...
Young talents shine during Fashion Week: "I even shed a tear"
Amsterdam Fashion Week is celebrating local creativity by highlighting emerging designers, including a special anniversary archive show by Tess van Zalinge. Industry experts also noted a shift in fash...
Homeless poet pulls elegant purple vibrator from his bag: ‘Since I’ve had this, the rats stay away’
A resident in Amsterdam provided a homeless poet with lemonade and socks after hearing him recite a poem near the Zuiderkerk. When asked how he copes with rats while sleeping outdoors, the man reveale...
Pieter Calandlaan revamped after fatal accident involving 13-year-old boy
Amsterdam is redesigning the Pieter Calandlaan in the Nieuw-West district to improve traffic safety following a string of accidents, including a fatal collision involving a 13-year-old boy. The projec...
Wreck lifting for the Amsterdam City Swim with the men from Waternet
Waternet is clearing wrecks and debris from the canals in preparation for the Amsterdam City Swim event held on Sunday, September 6th. This maintenance ensures the waterways are safe for the thousands...
Very cheap room in the heart of London: Booking.com leaves fake ad for 10 Downing Street listing up
The British consumer group Which? created a fake Booking.com listing for 10 Downing Street to demonstrate how easily fraudulent advertisements can persist on the platform. Despite the absurdity of the...
Beach bus pilot to Zandvoort ends: will it return next year?
A pilot bus service connecting visitors to the beaches of Zandvoort and Bloemendaal has finished its trial run. Local authorities are currently reviewing the initiative's success and will decide by mi...
Wijnants (VVD) doubts more expensive East Bridge: "Predict it will cost 1 billion euros"
VVD faction leader Daan Wijnants is questioning the viability of the Oostbrug project in Amsterdam due to rising costs, which he estimates could hit 1 billion euros. He argues that the Westbrug should...
Municipality provides no alternative transport during September 9 public transport strike: That is not good news for Noord
A nationwide 24-hour public transport strike on September 9 will halt all trains, buses, metros, and ferries, leaving residents of Amsterdam-Noord largely isolated. City officials have rejected altern...
Documentary addresses awkward power dynamics in the open-plan office: 'You end up trapped together'
Documentary filmmaker Maartje Bakers explores the uncomfortable dynamics of workplace performance reviews in her film De manager. By capturing these traditionally private conversations, she exposes th...
Weekend tips: things to do in Amsterdam from September 4 to 6
Amsterdam is hosting a wide array of free and ticketed events from September 4 to 6, including outdoor festivals, theater performances, and community celebrations. Residents can enjoy diverse activiti...
Tofik Dibi addresses rent arrears and bailiff scandal: "I am a human with real human problems"
Amsterdam city council member Tofik Dibi has addressed concerns regarding his residency and financial situation after reports surfaced about his rent arrears and avoidence of bailiffs. Dibi confirmed ...
Stale bread? New plan: how to save 3 slices a week (and it's delicious too)
This article provides tips on how to repurpose stale bread into delicious meals to reduce food waste. By implementing these strategies, households can save three slices of bread per week.
Motorist (25) arrested in Heemstede after positive drug test and discovery of nitrous oxide
A 25-year-old driver was arrested in Heemstede after testing positive for cannabis during a traffic stop. Police additionally seized five nitrous oxide cylinders and soft drugs from his vehicle.
Ajax confirms arrival of experienced defender Thilo Kehrer
Ajax has signed experienced German international defender Thilo Kehrer on a one-year loan from AS Monaco to strengthen their defensive options. The 29-year-old becomes the club's tenth summer signing,...
Children aged 12 and under can attend youth performances for free at Stadsschouwburg Haarlem
Stadsschouwburg Haarlem is offering free tickets to children aged 12 and under for two youth performances, Contra and Robin Hood, this year. The initiative seeks to make theater more accessible to you...
Sean Ono Lennon and girlfriend welcome first child: 'We made a human!'
Sean Ono Lennon and his partner, Kemp Muhl, have announced the birth of their first child. The newborn is the first grandchild of Yoko Ono and the late John Lennon.
Dyson launches pricey toothbrush with built-in camera
Dyson has released a 490-euro toothbrush equipped with a macro camera that allows users to monitor their oral hygiene via a mobile app. The device features an automatic mouthwash delivery system that ...
Vote at the Stopera at 12:30 PM: Oostbrug cost explosion and what to do with data centers?
The Amsterdam city council is debating the significant cost overrun of the Oostbrug project amid allegations that former alderman Melanie van der Horst withheld financial information from the council....
Number of divorces falls in Haarlem, but less sharply than nationwide
The number of divorces in Haarlem has decreased since 2018, though this decline is slower than the national average in the Netherlands. Recent data highlights a trend toward older couples ending their...
Sander Kieboom (47) and Eva Westerveld (45): ‘Eva caught my eye immediately. I have to talk to her, I thought’
Sander Kieboom and Eva Westerveld describe the serendipitous start of their relationship in Amsterdam, which involved wearing rabbit ears while distributing party favors. The couple spent their first ...
Tram to nowhere: Strandeiland awaits residents and facilities but is already accessible via line 26
Amsterdam has extended tram line 26 to serve the new district of Strandeiland, adding three new stops to the network. Despite the operational tram service, the area remains entirely vacant with no exi...
North largely at a standstill during strike: "Annoying, but they are absolutely right"
Public transport and ferry services in Amsterdam-Noord will be halted on September 9 due to a scheduled strike. Although the disruption poses challenges for residents, many locals have expressed under...
Halsema wants to clarify Amsterdam hospitality rules: Spontaneous dancing in cafes remains possible
Amsterdam Mayor Femke Halsema has clarified new hospitality rules to ensure that spontaneous dancing in cafes remains allowed and that sound level regulations are not overly restrictive. The updated p...
From theater raves to 'autobiog-fiction' about butts: our theater critics recommend these 6 shows from the 21st Amsterdam Fringe Festival
The 21st Amsterdam Fringe Festival begins on September 3, featuring diverse experimental performances by young theater makers at 23 locations. Critics have highlighted six shows that range from theate...
These B&B Vol Liefde owners used to live in Amsterdam
Three participants from the television show B&B Vol Liefde—Thomas, Eline, and Timothy—all lived in Amsterdam before moving abroad to run hospitality businesses in Spain, Aruba, and Ibiza. As the s...
Do you have thin nails that tear easily? This can help according to a medical pedicurist
Medical pedicurist Denise Bruins provides expert advice on how to properly care for thin or brittle nails. This article is the fifth installment of a series focused on maintaining healthy nails.
Aboard with ferryman Rens Hendrikse: 'Water, city and people come together on the ferry'
The GVB is actively recruiting new, experienced skippers to operate the essential ferries across the IJ in Amsterdam. Skipper Rens Hendrikse highlights the unique nature of the job, where city life an...