Lifestyle News in English
Latest lifestyle headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
Cycling through India: this well-known Haarlemmer is doing it with his childhood friend
Joshua Nolet, a well-known resident of Haarlem, is participating in the new television program 'The Bicycle Race.' He is embarking on a cycling journey across India alongside a childhood friend.
‘Usually starts as a fairy tale’: how to recognize a toxic relationship?
Publicist Yesim Candan has released a book aimed at raising awareness about the warning signs of toxic relationships to help prevent femicide. The publication highlights that an (ex-)partner is respon...
City awakens under a blanket of mist
Amsterdam is currently experiencing dense fog, prompting the KNMI to issue a code yellow weather warning for the region. Conditions are expected to improve by 10:00 AM as the sun breaks through, but d...
Vegan hotspots, living in an old gym and Gerard and Johan have been together for 62 years
This week's collection of stories from Amsterdam highlights local vegan hotspots and a unique home converted from a former gymnasium. The compilation also features a couple celebrating 62 years togeth...
Femia (93) accidentally transfers 700 euros, but gets it back after months: ‘A happy ending after all’
Ninety-three-year-old Femia accidentally transferred 700 euros while attempting to provide her daughter with a financial gift. After several months of waiting, she successfully recovered the funds, br...
Snoozing with your cute Snowshoe – it sounds sweet, but is it?
The Flemish Catholic youth network Kamino has introduced 'snoeshoes', woolen pouches designed to store smartphones and reduce digital distractions. Launched at the start of Lent, the initiative aims t...
Lower fines for illegal rental of Haarlem apartment via Airbnb
A Haarlem administrative judge has fined a grandson and his mother €4,750 each for illegally renting out an apartment via Airbnb in 2023. The 85-year-old owner of the flat was also fined a reduced a...
What I learned from the women in my life
The author reflects on the influential women in their life who have served as significant role models. These individuals have provided valuable lessons and inspiration throughout the author's experien...
Three percent more happiness
In his weekly column, Wouter Klootwijk explores the relationship between food and well-being. He specifically examines whether it is possible for individuals to increase their happiness through their ...
Robert of iconic duo Gebroeders Grimm dies after life full of glitter
Robert Anthony, one half of the iconic Amsterdam duo Gebroeders Grimm, has passed away at the age of 87. Alongside his husband Thom, the Pride ambassadors spent 25 years as flamboyant hosts at over a ...
Puck (21) faces street harassment almost every day, and she’s not alone. A tour of unsafe spots in Haarlem: 'I’d turn off my music here, to hear what’s happening'
Twenty-one-year-old Puck Zomer and a reporter tour various locations in Haarlem to highlight the frequent street harassment women face in the city. The report examines specific areas identified as uns...
Chef of Danish Michelin-starred restaurant Noma went too far with staff
Dozens of former employees of the world-famous restaurant Noma in Copenhagen have accused chef and founder René Redzepi of physical and verbal abuse. In an investigation by The New York Times, 35 for...
Zita Pels (GroenLinks) wants to tackle slumlords: "I’m done being nice"
GroenLinks leader Zita Pels has announced plans to crack down on predatory landlords in Amsterdam to combat high housing costs and market exploitation. Reflecting on her term as alderwoman, she also e...
Jamie is very happy working in the fish trade: 'The men here helped me learn how to fillet'
Jamie Dijkhuizen, a 21-year-old from IJmuiden, is one of the few women working as a fish filleter at the company Hokkai Suisan. She expresses great satisfaction with her career choice and credits her ...
Caregiving is still a woman's task: 'Men are seriously shortchanging themselves'
Only 10 percent of fathers in the Netherlands share caregiving responsibilities equally with their partners, leaving the majority of domestic work to women. Experts suggest this imbalance is detriment...
Through the wilderness, Sara (31) and Anne (26) follow the traveler's path: 'Together we can hang on one rope'
Sara (31) and Anne (26) describe their experiences trekking through the wilderness, including a narrow escape from a rockfall in the mountains. They recount the challenges of navigating the rainy Engl...
Seniors in Hillegom feel safe and happy, but room for improvement remains
Most elderly residents in Hillegom report feeling safe and happy in their current living situation. Despite this satisfaction, approximately one-quarter of seniors are considering moving within the ne...
Feel like you're in another world
Virtual reality uses computer-generated images and specialized glasses to create an immersive digital experience. By projecting separate images to each eye, the technology effectively tricks the brain...
From market to supermarket? Haarlem's Groentedoeners start in Kweektuin
The Kweekmarkt has launched at the Haarlem Kweektuin, introducing the 'Groentedoeners' cooperative which aims to establish a member-run sustainable supermarket. The group currently operates a monthly ...
Shadow over May and summer holidays, regional travel agents notice: 'People are playing it safe, just like during the pandemic'
The conflict in the Middle East is causing travelers to reconsider their holiday plans for May and the summer, leading to a rise in cautious booking behavior similar to the COVID-19 pandemic. Travel a...
Lia (82) struggles with loss of precious gold necklace: 'Where can I report it? Everything is digital nowadays and very alienating'
Lia, an 82-year-old woman from Bennebroek, has lost two irreplaceable gold necklaces inherited from her mother and gifted by her husband. She is struggling to find a way to report the loss to potentia...
Self-harvest garden Bloemendaalse Weelde officially launches
Mayor Michel Rog of Bloemendaal officially inaugurated the Bloemendaalse Weelde self-harvest garden on Friday by planting the first lettuce seedling. The new community garden is located on Johan Verhu...
🔴 Traditionally tough away match for Ajax • AZ face dominant PSV later tonight
Ajax faces a challenging away match against FC Groningen today, seeking revenge after losing the league title at the same venue last season. Later this evening, AZ will travel to Eindhoven to take on ...
’BijHenC’ in IJmuiden rises above the level of a harbor cafe (8.5)
The restaurant 'BijHenC' in IJmuiden has been awarded a high rating of 8.5, exceeding the expectations typically associated with a standard harbor cafe. The review invokes the atmosphere of a classic ...
The most dangerous managers are not only those who shout or intimidate
Career coach Anne-Marije Buckens warns that dangerous leadership is not always characterized by intimidation, but can involve subtle manipulation. She illustrates this through the experience of a 55-y...
Preventing falls? Forgotten foot muscles prove invaluable for the elderly
Movement scientist Lydia Willemse investigated the role of small, often overlooked foot muscles in preventing falls among the elderly. Her study explores whether simple exercises, such as walking on t...
International Women’s Day has been turned into a kind of Mother’s Day
Journalist and city poet Yanaika Zomer writes a column discussing how International Women's Day has evolved into a celebration similar to Mother's Day. The piece reflects on the changing nature of the...
Definitely no room for caravans at Blekersveld: ‘We had hope for a moment, but are deeply disappointed’
Mobile home residents in Overveen expressed deep disappointment after a council meeting on Thursday finalized the decision to exclude them from living at Blekersveld. The ruling marks a definitive end...
Is gluten unhealthy? ‘Be glad you can eat it’
While the number of gluten-free products is increasing and more people without allergies are avoiding gluten, experts suggest it is not inherently unhealthy for the general population. The article hig...
D66 member from Buitenveldert is happy: They are against the erotic center again, that works out well
Residents of the Buitenveldert neighborhood in Amsterdam are welcoming political party D66's decision to remove a proposed erotic center from its election program. The project, intended to reduce crow...