Lifestyle News in English
Latest lifestyle headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
Zandvoort councilor wants to ban filming 'voyeur glasses' on the beach: 'Enforcement is needed'
Local politician Mirko Gerrits is calling for increased enforcement in Zandvoort after reports revealed that people are secretly filming women on the beach using Meta smart glasses. The illicit footag...
Amsterdammers drive only 2.3 km/h slower in 30 km/h zones than in 50 km/h zones
Jelani (52) and Bobby (20): I would prefer to live at home forever, or take my parents with me when I move out
When it comes to ice cream, Italians have been setting the tone in Amsterdam for centuries. How did that happen?
Back to school: an educational psychologist’s guide to managing September stress
As the new school year begins, many parents are experiencing difficulty transitioning back into daily routines. An educational psychologist shares practical tips to help manage and reduce this so-call...
Sam Smith experiences mutual love for the first time: 'Hardly ever sang about it'
Sam Smith's new album, Hazel Eyes, features songs about the artist's relationship with fiancé Christian Cowan. For the first time, Smith writes about and experiences mutual love, a theme that was pre...
Bankzitters to get their first original series on Videoland starting in September
The Dutch YouTube collective Bankzitters will launch their first series, titled Overleven in het Wild, on the streaming service Videoland starting September 12. In the show, the five members will atte...
Fun and 'harmless trouble': foreign tourists enthusiastic on social media about dancing and partying fraternity members
Zandvoort locked down from today for Formula 1: "Let the traffic jams begin"
Access roads to Zandvoort have been closed to unauthorized traffic until Sunday evening to manage congestion during the final Dutch Grand Prix. Only residents and local businesses with special permits...
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More and more Dutch people are going to Sweden for their holidays
The number of overnight stays by Dutch tourists at Swedish campsites increased by more than 7 percent last year to over 417,000. This makes the Netherlands the third-largest source of foreign visitors...
Test event Vleeshal with dinner, music and theater
On August 28 and 29, the Momentum test event will take place at the Vleeshal in Haarlem to evaluate the building's suitability for cultural and musical activities. The research will monitor sound leve...
New season of Boer zoekt Vrouw airs daily starting November 9
The fifteenth season of the dating show Boer zoekt Vrouw is set to premiere on November 9. The program will be broadcast daily on NPO 1 for three weeks, featuring a higher number of episodes than in p...
Local residents unhappy with F-35 flyovers at final Zandvoort Grand Prix
Residents and nature conservationists in the Middenduin area are protesting against a planned military flypast by F-35s and other aircraft ahead of the final Formula 1 Grand Prix in Zandvoort. The Sti...
Post Malone engaged to partner Christy Lee
American musician Post Malone has become engaged to his partner, Christy Lee. The news was confirmed by outlets reporting on social media footage of Lee wearing an engagement ring and a "Bride to be" ...
Lowlands campsite opens today: meet the mastermind behind its design
As the Lowlands festival campsite opens, the media highlights the creative mastermind behind the event's iconic branding, including its unique typography and tent designs. A special feature offers an ...
Prost! Oktoberfest comes to the Veerplas in Haarlem
The first edition of the Haarlems Oktoberfest is set to take place at the Veerplas in Haarlem. Attendees can enjoy traditional German festivities including beer, bratwurst, and live music.
Why didn't the alderman disclose the Oostbrug cost explosion sooner? Council demands answers today
Amsterdam City Councillor Melanie van der Horst faces a parliamentary debate regarding her failure to inform the council about a significant cost increase for the Oostbrug project before the recent el...
Middenmeer sports clubs launch safety trial: No one cycles alone in the dark
Sports clubs at Sportpark Middenmeer in Amsterdam are launching a pilot program this autumn to improve member safety when traveling to and from the club after dark. The initiative, which includes the ...
Sandra Bullock was not allowed to talk about her late partner's illness: 'That was his wish'
Sandra Bullock has spoken publicly for the first time about the illness of her late partner, Bryan Randall. Randall passed away at age 57 from ALS, a condition he had wished to keep private.
What is the easiest way to get to Zandvoort for the F1 weekend?
This weekend's Formula 1 Grand Prix in Zandvoort will result in significant traffic restrictions, including road closures in and around the area. Organizers advise race fans to use public transport, s...
With Bar Karma, Karma Kebab has a permanent home: 'Someone panicked thinking they were accidentally eating meat as a vegetarian'
Amsterdam resident Ynke Scheffer (28) has been living with her in-laws for years because she can't find a home: 'It's time for a place of my own'
Lowlands gets more expensive every year, yet these festival-goers keep coming back: 'Just order, close your eyes and pay'
Presenter Veronica van Hoogdalem gives birth to second child
Presenter Veronica van Hoogdalem and her fiancé Keyennu Lont have announced the birth of their second daughter, Malyka. The couple shared the news of their new arrival on social media this Wednesday.
NS updates house rules: bags may not unnecessarily occupy seats
The Dutch national railway operator, NS, has updated its house rules to prevent passengers from occupying seats with their bags. Traveler organizations have officially approved the measure, which will...
If I were Regeer, I would instruct my agent to quickly approach a sub-top club in France
This man is not a crook, I conclude, but a hustler trying to survive
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Good for your health and your wallet: why the ‘green’ Mediterranean diet is even better
New research suggests that a green variant of the classic Mediterranean diet improves metabolism, heart health, and slows biological aging. According to nutritionist Michaël Sels, this modified diet ...