Lifestyle News in English
Latest lifestyle headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
Summary: VOC prevails in thrilling semi-final against VZV
Amsterdam-based handball team VOC secured a place in the national title final after a thrilling 28-27 comeback victory against VZV in the semi-final return match. Despite trailing by four points late ...
Video | Hidden stress symptoms on The Mole: Swollen eye went unnoticed
Mother's Day gifts
The article offers gift suggestions for the upcoming Mother's Day, which is just one week away. It provides inspiration for finding the perfect present to show appreciation for mothers and partners.
Illegal rave in France attracts tens of thousands of partygoers
An illegal rave on a military site in Southern France has attracted approximately 40,000 attendees. Authorities issued warnings about the potential danger of unexploded World War II ammunition present...
NEC vs Telstar match temporarily suspended due to thunderstorms
The Eredivisie match between NEC and Telstar was temporarily suspended on Saturday due to a thunderstorm in Nijmegen. Referee Jeroen Manschot made the decision to halt play for safety reasons as the w...
Video | Ed Sheeran sings along with a beer in dressing room after Ipswich promotion
Market traders take control of part of Ten Katemarkt: "Increasingly a food market"
Market traders in Amsterdam have been granted management over a portion of the Ten Katemarkt in a three-year trial aimed at revitalizing the area. The initiative seeks to combat increasing vacancies a...
Grief is like chewing gum, Lisanne van Sadelhoff knows from experience
Lisanne van Sadelhoff shares her experiences delivering lectures on grief, combining humor with insights borrowed from academic experts. She reflects on the nature of loss, describing it as a persiste...
Nights in the Kennemer Dunes: how Ronald Zimmerman became Nature Photographer of the Year
Haarlem-based photographer Ronald Zimmerman has been named Nature Photographer of the Year after winning the Groene Camera award for his work. His award-winning series captures natterjack toads at nig...
Trendy retail chain opens its doors in Haarlem: ‘What we find beautiful is the starting point’
The concept store 'Things I like, Things I love' has opened a new location in the Grote Houtstraat in Haarlem. This trendy chain selects its products based on what the owners personally find beautiful...
Local residents concerned by boat fires in Brouwersvaart. 'Can camera surveillance be installed here?'
Residents near the Brouwersvaart in Haarlem are expressing concern and requesting camera surveillance after a series of arson attacks. On Saturday morning, two boats were set on fire, following previo...
Gordon sells Blushing Blaricum, Amsterdam locations to remain open
Dutch singer Gordon Heuckeroth has sold his restaurant Blushing in Blaricum to focus on other passions, such as singing and media work. While the Blaricum location has been sold, his establishments in...
Illegal water taxi takes two enforcement officers on board, receives 2,500 euro fine
An illegal water taxi operator in Amsterdam was fined ‑2,500 after unknowingly offering a paid tour to two undercover enforcement officers. A judge rejected the skipper's legal appeal, dismissing cl...
Exercise is just as important as language and math, Professor Erik Scherder and Defence for Children tell ministry
Neuropsychologist Erik Scherder and the organization Defence for Children are considering a lawsuit against the Dutch government for refusing to make daily physical activity mandatory in primary schoo...
Video | Princess Charlotte cuddles dog in new birthday footage
Shared dining feels special at Table Twenty Four, but what are those corn kernels doing in our dessert? (7.5)
Table Twenty Four offers a special shared dining experience featuring well-presented and delicious dishes. While the overall quality is high, the review mentions that some elements felt missing and qu...
Yanaika sees a fat ginger cat: He either dies a horrible death or stays locked up forever
Journalist and city poet Yanaika Zomer discusses the ethics of appreciating creative work produced by problematic individuals in her latest column. The article coincides with the upcoming release of h...
William and Catherine share photo of Princess Charlotte on 11th birthday
Prince William and Catherine have released a new photograph of Princess Charlotte to mark her 11th birthday. The princess celebrates her 11th birthday this Saturday.
Major fire at Suitsupply clothing store in Amsterdam South
Eating out? Watch for hygiene and check reviews and food safety reports
Following reports of severe hygiene violations at a takeaway restaurant in Alkmaar, experts are providing tips on how consumers can evaluate the safety of dining establishments. Advice includes observ...
Review roundup The Devil Wears Prada 2: 'Too many overlapping storylines'
Meryl Streep and Anne Hathaway return for a sequel to the comedy 'The Devil Wears Prada' twenty years after the original film. While critics praise the actors' performances, they note that the story s...
You must try this supermarket's sushi: ‘Ultra-fresh fish and great rice’
Three culinary experts tested six supermarket sushi varieties, including both pre-packaged and freshly prepared options. The review highlights a significant range in quality and notes that sushi has b...
Nicolette Kluijver is often insecure: 'Knows what it's like to have doubts'
Television presenter Nicolette Kluijver shared in a column for Libelle that she often experiences self-doubt and insecurity despite her long career. She emphasized that vulnerability and strength are ...
Wrong amount charged 58 times at De Lange Heer on King’s Day; owner compensates visitors to avoid appearance of payment issues
Twan Stoelman, the owner of Café De Lange Heer in Haarlem, has publicly announced that 58 customers were overcharged during King's Day celebrations. The owner is compensating the affected visitors to...
Café 't Sluisje forced to remove regular tables after complaint: "They've been there for 30 years"
Café 't Sluisje in Amsterdam-Noord has been ordered to remove two popular community tables after a municipal review, triggered by a complaint, found they were situated outside the permitted terrace a...
Rik van de Westelaken on disappointing 'The Mole' ratings: 'Overkill'
Presenter Rik van de Westelaken addressed the declining viewership ratings for the 26th season of the popular Dutch show "Wie is de Mol?" ahead of its season finale. While he enjoyed the production, h...
Lost boy at Rijnstraat reunited with parents
A six-year-old boy found wandering alone on Rijnstraat in Amsterdam South was successfully reunited with his parents on the same evening. Local residents discovered the child around 8:30 PM and alerte...
Emergo Day Orchestra prepares for Castricum Liberation Festival: ‘These are songs that fit the era’
The Dag Orkest van Emergo is preparing for its performance at the upcoming Liberation Day celebrations in Castricum on May 5. The orchestra will perform period-appropriate music, including the nationa...
Motorcyclist injured after being hit by car, driver arrested
A motorcyclist was seriously injured and hospitalized with multiple fractures after being hit by a car on the Verlengde Stellingweg in Amsterdam Noord. The driver was arrested for causing an accident ...
Sergio Herman closes his Antwerp restaurants: 'Time to wind down'
Chef Sergio Herman has announced the closure of his Michelin-starred restaurant Le Pristine and his private kitchen PrivéPrivée in Antwerp at the end of this year. Herman shared the news on Instagra...