Lifestyle News in English
Latest lifestyle headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
Bonanza for retirees: State pension holiday allowance jumps 20 percent
Dutch retirees will receive a 20 percent net increase in their state pension (AOW) holiday allowance in 2026 compared to the previous year. The Sociale Verzekeringsbank is scheduled to transfer the pa...
Former Telstar player Jaap Pirovano sees club match his feat from 60 years ago: staying in the Eredivisie after promotion
Former Telstar player Jaap Pirovano is attending matches this season to relive his memories as one of the club's first players. The article draws parallels between the team's current situation and the...
Bowel doctor Trisha (37) says we’re all pooping wrong: ‘Leave if your date uses single-ply toilet paper’
Dr. Trisha Pasricha, a Harvard gastroenterologist and Washington Post columnist, is on a mission to break the social taboo surrounding bowel movements. She argues that many people have been using the ...
Win 2 tickets for De Hitklup at Paradiso
Bargain hunters no longer have to wait until early morning for Haarlem's Luilak market
The Haarlem Luilakmarkt will take place on Friday, May 22, with stalls opening at 4 PM on Raamvest and Raamsingel. Bargain hunters can now find discounted flowers and plants starting around midnight, ...
North Holland traffic: quiet morning rush hour on Monday, May 18
The morning rush hour in North Holland was quiet on Monday, May 18, with most roads seeing little congestion. Delays were primarily reported on the A9 motorway as a result of roadworks and localized t...
Coffee grounds, buttermilk, or onions: how our grandmothers kept their homes sparkling clean
Cleaning expert Zamarra Kok highlights traditional household tips used by previous generations, such as using coffee grounds, buttermilk, and onions for cleaning. These budget-friendly methods remain ...
Ingrid gets loaner camera from Fotovak Engel out of the blue
Ingrid received a loaner camera from Fotovak Engel, a camera shop with over fifty years of history, highlighting their exceptional customer service. The article features the store as a positive exampl...
Jim starts petition after frustrating cycling holiday: "European rail network must improve"
Jim Odenhoven from Amsterdam is launching a European Citizens' Initiative to improve the European rail network following a frustrating cycling trip plagued by delays and booking complications. To have...
We all change along with the younger generation, but for Kim Lammers the magic of sport isn't in Hazes or Madonna
Shakira and Madonna are scheduled to perform during the halftime show of the World Cup final at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey on July 19. The event is expected to attract a record-breaking television ...
A9 roadworks begin, Rijkswaterstaat expects Monday traffic jams: 'Stay on the highway or chaos will ensue'
Maintenance work on the A9 highway between Alkmaar and Uitgeest has begun and is scheduled to last for one month. Rijkswaterstaat warns of significant traffic delays starting Monday morning and advise...
Tightening purse strings due to high fuel and energy prices: Outings, dining out, and holidays cut first
A study by ING reveals that sixty percent of Dutch households plan to reduce spending due to rising energy and fuel prices. Consumers are primarily cutting back on vacations and dining out at restaura...
Is new queue chaos looming as Schiphol security undergoes a major overhaul? ‘I don’t know if this is still safe’
Spot the differences: Leidseplein in 1912 and 2026
Even though he is no longer here, Fabricio remains my anchor and an example of who I want to be
Their love for the craft and each other comes together in restaurant de Poldervogel in Watergraafsmeer
Suzan & Freek look back on 'unforgettable first weekend'
Dutch musical duo Suzan & Freek expressed their gratitude on social media following the first shows of their sold-out concert series at the GelreDome in Arnhem. They described the opening weekend of t...
Embarrassed Ajax enters play-offs: ‘This is entirely our own fault’
Ajax has been forced into the play-offs following a disappointing performance that the team attributes to their own failures. Despite receiving a favorable result from rivals PSV, the Amsterdam club f...
Video | Chantal Janzen and Romee Strijd shine on red carpet in Cannes
New shoes, long distance or a different pace? How to prevent blisters
As the four-day evening walking events approach across the Netherlands, Red Cross expert Cees van Romburgh provides advice on preventing and treating foot blisters. The guidance covers why blisters fo...
Performance about manosphere on football pitch: "As a man, I'm not used to being vulnerable"
Theater makers Rory de Groot and Marjolein Frijling have created "PLAY // NO PLAY," an audio-performance featuring young soccer players from club SDW in Amsterdam West. The production explores modern ...
Colleagues and friends struggle with Henriëtte's transition: 'Feel like a woman or a cat, but don't force anything on me'
Henriëtte's gender transition has significantly impacted her personal and professional relationships, eliciting a range of reactions from those close to her. While some friends are attempting to adap...
Awakenings Upclose brings thousands of visitors to Spaarnwoude
The Awakenings Upclose festival attracted thousands of visitors to Spaarnwoude this weekend. The event is an intimate version of the larger Awakenings festival and serves as a direct tribute to club c...
Hans and Hans from Limmen already barely sleeping, face hundreds more night flights from June
A planned route change for night flights departing from Schiphol's Polderbaan will result in approximately 600 additional annual night flights over several North Holland municipalities starting in Jun...
DSS heading into final round one point behind despite 18th win. 'Then we'll just promote through the playoffs'
DSS remains one point behind league leader WSV’30 heading into the final matchday after securing a 3-0 victory against SEW. Despite their eighteenth win of the season, the team remains dependent on ...
Couples push themselves to the limit during CFC Character Games: 'Hell, why did I sign up?'
Fifty-six pairs participated in the CFC Karakter Games held at the AV Castricum athletics track, pushing their physical limits through various intense exercises. Participants competed in events such a...
Thousand Telstar fans watch relegation battle on screens at Buko Stadium: 'This is such a nice, almost village-like club. You really want it for them'
Approximately 1,000 Telstar supporters gathered at the Buko Stadion to watch their team's final Eredivisie match against Volendam on big screens. The club needs at least a draw to ensure they remain i...
Rood-Wit controls own destiny after five goals ahead of final round
The Rood-Wit women's team secured a dominant 0-5 victory against MOP in Vught, putting them in control of their fate heading into the final round of the season. Their position was further strengthened...
A walk through Utrecht guided by a mysterious adventure book and five other tips for Spring festival
Housing market cools, but overbidding continues: 'Don't use all your savings'
Despite a slight cooling of the housing market in the first quarter of 2026, Dutch homebuyers continue to overbid by an average of 3.7% to secure properties. Prospective owners often feel compelled to...