Lifestyle News in English
Latest lifestyle headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
Reader's question: Can the insurer just cancel my building insurance?
After maintaining building insurance for her garden house for 37 years without any claims, a policyholder named Pauline received an unexpected response from her insurer when she requested to increase ...
Get off the couch! Tips for better fitness
The article provides practical tips for improving physical fitness in an accessible way, emphasizing that significant progress can be made without following an intensive athletic routine. It encourage...
Admire famous masterpieces without visiting a museum at Viva Zorggroep
Viva Zorggroep and MuseumPlusBus are bringing an exhibition of eight replicas of famous masterpieces to nursing homes for elderly residents who cannot visit museums independently. The initiative featu...
Is there a punching bag in the rage room? Are there dishes ready to be smashed?
The WTA tournament in Austin has introduced a 'rage room' to allow tennis players to vent their frustration after losing matches. This marks the first time such a facility, where players can hit punch...
Visually impaired find their way better at Kennemerplein in IJmuiden. New tactile paving is wear-resistant
New wear-resistant tactile paving lines are being installed at Kennemerplein in IJmuiden to assist visually impaired people in reaching bus stops and the local health center. These accessibility impro...
Will this Formula 1 car soon stand forever along the Zandvoort boulevard?
Artist Hans Peters has created a Formula 1 car sculpture to honor 80 years of motorsport in Zandvoort. Peters donated a scale model to the Zandvoorts Museum and is currently seeking a sponsor and muni...
Writer Sarah Meuleman (48) granted access to the hidden world of the Amstel Hotel
Four friendly restroom attendants in Amsterdam: ‘We’re actually like hairdressers’
Broers and Kek! brewers open inn in historic building in Ouderkerk aan de Amstel
A giant extra lamppost or oversized advertising pillar: Why would a contractor advertise cat food at the top of their crane?
Residents in Haarlem have reported occasional power outages recently, prompting individuals to prepare emergency kits for potential electricity failures. The author shares their experience of assembli...
When her sister became terminally ill, hockey champion Laurien quit professional sports: ‘I wanted to be there for Marije’
Olympic hockey champion Laurien Leurink retired from professional sports to support her sister Marije, who has terminal colon cancer. The sisters are currently using their shared love for athletics to...
Skating for youth orchestra and musicians with disabilities at Haarlem ice rink raises 4,080 euros
On Sunday, skaters participated in the Lastige Lijven Toertocht at the Haarlem ice rink to raise money for a youth orchestra and musicians with disabilities. The charity event successfully collected a...
Between Art and Choice with Juliet Broersen (Volt) and Sytze Rijpkema (Ja21)
Political candidates Juliet Broersen (Volt) and Sytze Rijpkema (JA21) participated in the program 'Tussen Kunst en Kies' at the STRAAT Museum in Amsterdam to create street art reflecting their politic...
Neighborhood cooperative matches Velsen residents with those needing support: ‘Guidance and social support are essential for mentally vulnerable people’
A neighborhood cooperative is organizing social support for psychologically vulnerable residents and those with small social networks to help them participate in society. The initiative aims to provid...
Why do parents insist on HAVO or VWO? Schools advocate for appropriate advice: Higher is not always suitable
Schools in the Zuid-Kennemerland and Haarlemmermeer regions have launched the #kiesmetjehart initiative to urge parents to follow professional school level recommendations instead of pushing for havo ...
Watching lambs at the Twisk family in Bakkum. Ben and Mirjam have been married for 56 years and now go out to dinner with a different feeling: ‘Preferably something vegetarian’
Sheep farmer Wim Twisk in Bakkum has opened his farm to the public this weekend to view approximately 150 newly born lambs. The experience inspired some visitors to reconsider eating lamb meat and opt...
‘Think medieval.’ Enjoying archery and being a knight for a day at the Brederode Ruins opening day
The Ruins of Brederode have officially reopened for a new season, offering visitors medieval-themed activities such as archery and traditional bread baking. The opening day allowed guests to experienc...
KLM suspends flights to Dubai, Riyadh and Dammam until Thursday March 5
KLM has suspended flights to Dubai, Riyadh, and Dammam until March 5 due to security concerns following regional conflict involving Iran. The airline is prioritizing passenger safety and is currently ...
So much pain you can't do anything: 430,000 women in the Netherlands have endometriosis
Approximately 430,000 women in the Netherlands suffer from endometriosis, a condition that causes pain so severe it can prevent normal daily functioning. Gynecologist Noor Paridaans explains the sympt...
K9 unit, animal ambulance, fire department, rescue brigade and many more at 112 Safety Day IJmuiden
The 112 Safety Day will take place at the Zeewijk sports hall parking lot in IJmuiden on Saturday, April 11. Various emergency services, including the fire department, rescue brigade, and animal ambul...
Who are the Greenmakers? Trio Cock, Gerard and Michiel lovingly care for animals and flowers in Castricum
The 'Groenmakers' trio, consisting of Michiel and his retired colleagues Cock and Gerard, provide weekly care for animals and flowers at the Fochteloo residential site in Castricum. Their work include...
Last ball soon to roll at Bison Bowling Haarlem: The venue where André van Duin celebrated his birthday with hundreds of whistling kettles and countless strikes were thrown
Bison Bowling Haarlem is closing its historic location on Orionweg, which has served as a local entertainment hub since 1969. The facility, known for hosting famous figures like André van Duin, will ...
In 30 years, the Canta has grown into a proud symbol of working-class Amsterdam
Life-sized chessboard returns to the city after years, now at Frederiksplein
A life-size chessboard has officially opened at Frederiksplein in Amsterdam after previous locations at Max Euweplein and Museumplein were closed due to noise complaints. The project was realized thro...
Enthusiasts eager as first ice cream parlor in the region reopens: 'Everyone is always happy when they come for an ice cream'
Following the first sunny weather of the year, ice cream parlors in the region have reopened for the season. Local residents showed great enthusiasm for the return of the shops, with some customers wa...
Walk along military traces in ‘open-air museum’ Naarden-Vesting
The newspaper supplement AlleTijd features a 3.3-kilometer walking route through the historic fortified town of Naarden-Vesting. This route allows visitors to explore various military traces in what i...
Who will help? Nature work at the inland lake in IJmuiden
Stichting Duinbehoud is seeking volunteers to help maintain the marshy dune grasslands at the Binnenmeer in IJmuiden. The conservation efforts aim to protect the area's rare plant species and natural ...
Vitality market at Broekpolder Health Center anniversary: 'Real Housewife of Amsterdam' explains importance of healthy gums
The Gezondheidscentrum Broekpolder in Heemskerk is celebrating its 15th anniversary with a vitality market and open day on March 14. The event will feature a guest presentation from a cast member of '...
At Haarlem’s Club Stalker, everyone was welcome and nothing was too crazy
Club Stalker in Haarlem was a pioneering venue that played a significant role in the development of the Dutch dance scene, predating iconic Amsterdam clubs like Roxy and It. The club was celebrated fo...
Shorts or winter coat: this is the spring weather forecast for Haarlem
Meteorological spring officially began in Haarlem on March 1 following a recent stretch of pleasant weather. Expert Rico Schröder from weeronline.nl provides an outlook for the upcoming spring season...