Amsterdam News in English
Amsterdam news in English — daily headlines from Dutch local newspapers covering housing, transport, city politics, neighbourhoods, culture and events, for expats, international students and English-speaking residents.
Roxy Dekker to perform at ArenA next year, Louis van Gaal stars in announcement
Dutch singer Roxy Dekker has announced she will perform at the Johan Cruijff ArenA next year. The announcement was made through a humorous video featuring former football coach Louis van Gaal.
Amsterdam Museum renovation begins: "Beauty of the monument will be preserved"
The Amsterdam Museum has officially begun a 125 million euro renovation of its historic building, the former Burgerweeshuis, in the city center. Following years of planning and legal challenges, the p...
James Blunt to perform at Ziggo Dome next year
Singer James Blunt will perform at the Ziggo Dome in Amsterdam on February 20 as part of his European tour. This concert supports his upcoming album, Airplane Mode, which is scheduled for release on N...
Train service to Schiphol will run during national public transport strike Wednesday
During a nationwide public transport strike on Wednesday, September 9, Dutch Railways (NS) will halt train services across the Netherlands, with the exception of the connection to Schiphol Airport. Th...
Public Prosecution Service demands juvenile detention and community service for assault of Tamara Elbaz
The Public Prosecution Service has requested three days of juvenile detention and 180 hours of community service for a nineteen-year-old man accused of assaulting reality star Tamara Elbaz. The incide...
Jordi Cruyff on Ajax transfers: ‘We don't have Champions League revenue, so you have to be extremely creative’
Ajax technical director Jordi Cruijff defends his transfer strategy, noting that the club must be creative due to a lack of Champions League revenue. He signed eleven players, including experienced fr...
Amsterdam-Rhine Canal to remain open for shipping at night after all
Rijkswaterstaat has decided to keep the Amsterdam-Rhine Canal open to shipping at night by implementing additional safety measures. The waterway was initially scheduled to close for some vessels start...
Dredging for a safe City Swim: "You can now walk on the bottom without getting hurt"
Ahead of Sunday's Amsterdam City Swim, Waternet crews are clearing the canals of debris and sharp objects to ensure the safety of over 3,000 participants. The annual charity event, which raises funds ...
Simple Minds release new album and head to Ziggo Dome next year
Scottish band Simple Minds will release a new album on January 29, 2027, and embark on a world tour. As part of their tour, the band will perform at the Ziggo Dome in Amsterdam on April 30, with Level...
The favorite spots of Amsterdam's Grannies: 'At this market, we got gifts everywhere'
The third season of the television show 'De Grannies van Amsterdam' premiered on August 31, featuring friends Joanita, Lorraine, Mug, and Tonneke. The program highlights the women's favorite spots thr...
Heritage of the Week | Open Heritage in the North
During Open Monumentendag, visitors can explore various heritage sites in Amsterdam-Noord, including 't Zonnehuis and Tuindorp Oostzaan. The event highlights architectural and historical landmarks thr...
Amsterdam Museum celebrates 100th anniversary with 100-day festival
The Amsterdam Museum is celebrating its 100th anniversary with a festival spanning 100 days. Various activities will be held throughout the city to mark the milestone.
Dozens living illegally on boats in Erasmusgracht without water or electricity
Approximately thirty people are living illegally on boats along the Erasmusgracht in Amsterdam, often in poor conditions without electricity or running water. The municipality is currently investigati...
Four teenagers arrested after gas pistol found in car trunk
Four teenagers were arrested in Amsterdam after police discovered a realistic-looking gas pistol in the trunk of their car during a traffic stop. The officers initiated the search due to the driver's ...
Badr Hari's divorce leads to argument with ex over raising five children: 'No question of physical violence'
Former kickboxer Badr Hari was arrested in Amsterdam following a prolonged dispute with his ex-wife regarding the upbringing of their five children. Hari released a statement through his lawyer denyin...
Young talents shine during Fashion Week: "I even shed a tear"
Designer Tess van Zalinge celebrated her tenth anniversary at Amsterdam Fashion Week by featuring three young talents who reinterpreted pieces from her archives. The event highlights the city's commit...
Man arrested in Amsterdam for fatal traffic accident and assault
A 32-year-old man was arrested in Amsterdam for his involvement in a fatal motorcycle accident and a prior assault that occurred on June 24 in Bloemendaal aan Zee. The suspect's passenger died from in...
Ajax secures Mika Godts' successor: Simon Adingra (24) joins on loan from Sunderland
Ajax has signed 24-year-old Ivorian player Simon Adingra on loan from Sunderland to replace Mika Godts. The deal includes a 3.8 million euro loan fee and an option for Ajax to purchase the player perm...
Man who developed tinnitus after MRI scan takes UMC Utrecht to court: ‘I only sleep 1.5 hours a night’
An Amsterdam resident has taken UMC Utrecht to court following a 2025 MRI scan that allegedly left him with severe, life-altering tinnitus. The plaintiff is seeking answers regarding how the incident ...
Haarlem district designated for rapid construction of 6,000 homes: "A good step"
The Dutch government has designated the Schalkwijk district in Haarlem as a national large-scale housing development area to accelerate the construction of 5,000 to 6,000 new homes. This designation p...
Four-year prison sentence demanded for man who allegedly defrauded 18 people of 250,000 euros
The Public Prosecution Service has demanded a four-year prison sentence for a 25-year-old Amsterdam man accused of defrauding 18 victims of over 250,000 euros through bank helpdesk scams. The suspect ...
Pieter Calandlaan revamped after fatal accident involving 13-year-old boy
Following a fatal accident involving a 13-year-old boy in May and multiple reports of unsafe traffic conditions, the municipality of Amsterdam is redesigning the Pieter Calandlaan. Proposed safety imp...
Wreck lifting for the Amsterdam City Swim with the men from Waternet
Waternet is clearing wrecks and debris from the canals in preparation for the Amsterdam City Swim event held on Sunday, September 6th. This maintenance ensures the waterways are safe for the thousands...
Wijnants (VVD) doubts more expensive East Bridge: "Predict it will cost 1 billion euros"
VVD faction leader Daan Wijnants has expressed doubts about the construction of the Oostbrug in Amsterdam due to rising costs, which are now projected to reach up to one billion euros. He argues that ...
Weekend tips: things to do in Amsterdam from September 4 to 6
Residents in Amsterdam have a wide array of activities to choose from during the first weekend of September, ranging from neighborhood festivals and markets to theater and film screenings. The weather...
Tofik Dibi addresses rent arrears and bailiff scandal: "I am a human with real human problems"
Amsterdam city council member Tofik Dibi has confirmed his residency in the city following controversy regarding an outstanding rental debt and concerns about his whereabouts. Dibi addressed the issue...
Nineteen fountains turned off early due to E. coli bacteria
Nineteen fountains in Amsterdam have been shut down immediately after testing revealed high levels of E. coli bacteria in the water. Authorities have taken this precautionary measure to ensure public ...
Ajax confirms arrival of experienced defender Thilo Kehrer
Ajax has signed experienced German international defender Thilo Kehrer on a one-year loan from AS Monaco on the final day of the transfer window. The 29-year-old becomes the club's tenth summer acquis...
Two injured in hospital after traffic accident on Piet Heinkade
A pedestrian and a motor scooter driver were seriously injured in a traffic accident on the Piet Heinkade in Amsterdam yesterday evening. Both victims were transported to the hospital, and police are ...
Vote at the Stopera at 12:30 PM: Oostbrug cost explosion and what to do with data centers?
The Amsterdam city council is meeting at the Stopera to discuss critical local issues, including the significant budget overrun for the Oostbrug project and the management of datacenters. Debates will...
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Amsterdam news in English, refreshed throughout the day from a curated selection of Dutch local newspapers and national outlets. We follow the stories that matter for people living, working, or studying in Amsterdam: housing market shifts and tenant rights, public transport changes on GVB and NS, city council decisions, neighbourhood safety reports from Centrum, Zuid, Oost, West, Noord and Nieuw-West, cultural events at venues like Paradiso and Melkweg, restaurant openings, and major incidents reported by Het Parool, AT5, NH Nieuws, and other Amsterdam publishers. Headlines and summaries are translated into English so you don't need fluent Dutch to keep up with what's happening in the city.