Lifestyle News in English
Latest lifestyle headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
Call: what are your favorite places in Haarlem?
Local news media are asking residents of Haarlem to share their favorite spots in the city. The submissions will be featured in the upcoming 'Favorieten van' column to highlight the best local recomme...
Karoline (56) and Nico (19): ‘Because I offered you safety, you dared to face the unsafe’
Brazilian couple Bruna (36) and Marcelo (42) are in Amsterdam for work: ‘My suitcase is mostly pencil skirts’
Amsterdam patron and businessman Alex Mulder (79): 'Stepping over corpses to become a millionaire is pathetic'
How Johnny Jordaan ended up back in Amsterdam after sad wanderings, with a view of his beloved Westertoren
Remarkable bridges in the city: Bridge 1141
Funeral of Amsterdam couple goes viral: pole dancer performs for deceased pair who ran Red Light District nightclub
Weekend tips: things to do in Haarlem (July 10-12)
This weekend from July 10th to 12th, the city of Haarlem offers a variety of sunny, summer-themed activities. Residents and visitors are encouraged to enjoy the lively city atmosphere during the warm ...
Don't ask grieving parents and children how they are: They cannot answer this question
Losing a partner or child drastically changes family life and can be difficult for relatives and friends to navigate. Experts advise against asking grieving families how they are doing, as the questio...
Sarah Janneh and Naaz are thriving in De Zwoele Stad
The talk show 'De Zwoele Stad' features interviews with singer-songwriter Naaz Mohammad and actress Sarah Janneh at the Amsterdamse Poort. The guests discuss their artistic work, cultural heritage, an...
Queen Máxima and Minister Vijlbrief cycle through Southeast and speak with Amsterdammers in debt: 'Often the root of many problems'
Jan Kol has been enjoying his holiday bunker in Zandvoort for years
Jan Kol and his wife have been spending their vacations in a converted World War II bunker located in the dunes of Zandvoort. The couple prefers their unique seaside retreat to international travel.
Steur's father cannot stop talking about his son's talent
After nearly five years, you can wade in the Museumplein pond again
In Bloedeigen, Margo Hoogenberk explores what happens when you adopt a child and it turns out to be a disappointment
Bad hair day? This Amsterdam phone number will put a smile on your face this summer
The Kleine Komedie theater in Amsterdam has launched a new service called the Geinlijn, which allows people to call a phone number to hear jokes. This initiative aims to provide entertainment and humo...
Good business from Moroccan World Cup fever: rush on shirts and cakes
Local businesses in the Bos en Lommer neighborhood of Amsterdam are experiencing a significant surge in sales for cakes and shirts ahead of the World Cup quarter-final between Morocco and France. Resi...
Defiant, exuberant, unifying and dazzling: WorldPride in Amsterdam
WorldPride is taking place in Amsterdam from July 25 to August 8. The event features a diverse program centered around the theme of unity.
Efteling to open first launched suspended roller coaster in 2029
Efteling has announced that it will open its first suspended launch coaster, titled Missie Luminar, in 2029. The new attraction is described by the park as a completely new experience for visitors in ...
Free WorldPride flag for your facade?
In celebration of Pride Month and the upcoming WorldPride event on July 25, free flags are being offered to the public. Residents can collect their flags at the local Stadsloket.
Walk the Amsterdam Walk of Pride
Amsterdam has introduced the 'Walk of Pride,' a new local attraction inspired by Hollywood's famous Walk of Fame. This initiative celebrates diversity and inclusivity within the city.
Little Mix singer Leigh-Anne Pinnock expecting third child
Leigh-Anne Pinnock, a member of the British girl group Little Mix, has announced that she is pregnant with her third child. She shared the news via an Instagram video displaying her baby bump.
Plus-size people face faster job rejection or worse: ‘Slimmer women get higher salaries’
Research by the knowledge institute Movisie indicates that employees with a larger body size frequently face discrimination, bullying, or wage disparities in the workplace. Researchers express concern...
New comic book celebrates pop music with Bowie, Prince and Billie Eilish
Artist Ben Westervoorde and writer Jan-Willem de Vries have released a new comic book titled Off The Record, which explores themes of music, friendship, and generational change through the characters ...
Like seeing a loved one you buried sitting alive at the kitchen table the next morning
After many wanderings, Marlon (36) finally found a home in Amsterdam: 'It took getting used to, being able to stay in one place'
Café Publiek on Dapperplein is new but feels instantly familiar: 'Many people say it feels like it's been here for years'
Geurt (86) and Nel (78) want to move, but it's not that simple: 'We are too old for priority status'
Skate spot: the Marnixbowl
