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.
Scooter rider resuscitated after collision with van on Donauweg in Amsterdam
A scooter rider was resuscitated after colliding with a van on the Donauweg in Amsterdam shortly after 5:00 PM. Police are currently investigating the cause of the accident, and the extent of the vict...
Memorial stone for murdered Syrian teenagers who were in the wrong place at the wrong time
A memorial plaque has been placed in Amsterdam's Piet Wiedijkpark to honor two Syrian teenagers who were tragically killed on New Year's Day. The victims were mistakenly targeted after a suspect was m...
Amsterdam house DJ and producer Franky Rizardo sells out Ziggo Dome twice in just over half an hour
Dutch house DJ Franky Rizardo has successfully sold out two consecutive shows at the Ziggo Dome in Amsterdam within thirty-five minutes. The performances, scheduled for late January, will accommodate ...
No more subsidies for Nieuwe Meer ferry from 2027: 'It's the main connection, why cut it?'
The ferry service operating across the Nieuwe Meer between De Oeverlanden and the Amsterdamse Bos will lose its government funding in 2027. Owner Tim Klijn expects this budget cut to lead to the perma...
Alderman must fix budget error again: general reserve estimated too optimistically
Amsterdam municipal officials have discovered an error in the city's general reserve budget, resulting in a shortfall of up to 140 million euros over the coming years. Finance Alderman Hendrik Jan Bie...
Alderman must fix budget error again: general reserve estimated too optimistically
The Amsterdam municipality has discovered a budgetary error resulting in a general reserve shortfall of 70 to 140 million euros. Finance Councilor Hendrik Jan Biemond has apologized for the lapse and ...
From a secret cheese restaurant to pizza makers: food hall Kade Noord houses all kinds of ‘creative cowboys’ under one roof
Kade Noord is a new food hall in Amsterdam that hosts a diverse group of culinary businesses, including a burger joint, a taco concept, and a secret cheese restaurant. The venue was established throug...
Ajax chasing Danish points • Juventus visits Alkmaar
Ajax faces FC Midtjylland in the Conference League while AZ takes on Juventus in a significant home match. Both Dutch clubs seek favorable results as they continue their respective European campaigns.
100 years of passionate education in the monumental school building of Joke Smit College: 'It was about much more than just math'
The Joke Smit College in Amsterdam-Zuid is celebrating the 100th anniversary of its historic building this Saturday. A new book highlights the school's historical commitment to women's emancipation an...
How do we protect the North Sea 24/7? Defense seeks answers from the Marineterrein
The Dutch Ministry of Defence is launching the National Institute for Defence Technology with a 350 million euro annual budget to stimulate domestic military innovation. The proposed headquarters for ...
Mossel & Gin is closed, but Café De Goos is now in its place
Café De Goos has opened in Amsterdam's Westerpark, replacing the long-standing restaurant Mossel & Gin. Founded by twin brothers Arno and Sam, the new venue offers a modern dining concept that blends...
U2 to hold an additional concert at the Johan Cruijff Arena next year
U2 has added a third concert date at the Johan Cruijff Arena in Amsterdam due to high ticket demand for their upcoming tour. The performances will support the band's new album, Carnaval De Luz, which ...
Air France-KLM shares rise sharply despite 5,000 job cuts
Shares of Air France-KLM rose significantly on the Amsterdam stock exchange despite the company announcing the elimination of five thousand positions. Investors welcomed the firm's quarterly performan...
Halsema closes storage facility after discovery of firearms, ammunition and heavy fireworks
Amsterdam Mayor Femke Halsema has ordered a three-month closure of an IJburg storage unit following a police raid that uncovered firearms, ammunition, and dangerous fireworks. The measure was implemen...
Julian Brandt missing for Ajax for the first time: why it is so hard to replace the creative playmaker
Julian Brandt will miss his first match for Ajax in the upcoming game against FC Midtjylland. The coaching staff is now tasked with finding a solution to replace the creative and tireless influence th...
Storage unit in IJburg closed after discovery of Uzi, Glock and seven cobras
Authorities in Amsterdam have ordered a three-month closure of a storage unit on IJburg after police discovered an Uzi, a Glock pistol, and seven Cobra fireworks inside. Mayor Femke Halsema implemente...
KLM's survival is not guaranteed, says CEO Marjan Rintel: Further measures may be necessary
KLM CEO Marjan Rintel has warned that the airline's future is uncertain due to rising costs caused by geopolitical conflicts and increased domestic aviation taxes. To ensure the company's survival, ma...
Nearly a year of detours due to roadworks at Surinameplein
Large-scale maintenance at Surinameplein in Amsterdam is set to begin on November 16, 2026, and is expected to last nearly a year. Traffic diversions will be in effect for the duration of the project ...
Graffiti vandals block tracks with bicycle and paint metro at Henk Sneevlietweg
A group of twenty vandals stopped a metro train at the Henk Sneevlietweg station in Amsterdam by placing a bicycle on the tracks and covering the vehicle in graffiti. The transport company GVB has fil...
4 rage rooms in and around Amsterdam where you can smash everything to pieces
Rage rooms in and around Amsterdam offer a unique way for people to vent stress or host team building and party events by smashing objects. These four local venues provide a controlled, safe environme...
America has the internet and COVID vaccines to thank for it, now the Netherlands has such an institute too
The Netherlands has established the Netherlands Institute for Defense Technology (NIDT), an innovation agency modeled after the American DARPA to foster cutting-edge military advancements. Its first m...
Amsterdam to host institute for cutting-edge defense technology modeled after the US
The Dutch government has launched the Netherlands Institute for Defence Technology (Nidt) in Amsterdam to foster the development of groundbreaking military innovations. Modeled after the American DARP...
See the most iconic cityscapes of the 17th century
The Amsterdam City Archives is presenting an exhibition titled Meesterwerk Amsterdam, which features iconic seventeenth-century urban landscapes. The display invites visitors to explore historical dep...
KLM cuts 5,000 jobs and significantly downsizes fleet to stay afloat
KLM is cutting 5,000 jobs and implementing an additional 1 billion euro savings plan to restore financial stability and reach an 8 percent profit margin. The airline is restructuring its European oper...
Swedish conductor Herbert Blomstedt (99), who led the Concertgebouw Orchestra for years, has died
Renowned Swedish conductor Herbert Blomstedt has died at the age of 99. Known for his interpretations of German and Austrian composers, he led the Concertgebouworkest in Amsterdam nearly eighty times ...
Sasja builds her own house in Flevoland with infectious Pippi Longstocking energy
Amsterdam resident Sasja is documented building her own house in Flevoland as a means to escape the difficult local housing market. The short film Hoofdstuk Huis explores her independent, step-by-step...
More screen time, less outdoor play: Amsterdam takes action
The city of Amsterdam has appointed a dedicated official to address the decline in outdoor play among children caused by excessive screen time and urban infrastructure challenges. The initiative aims ...
More screen time, less outdoor play: Amsterdam takes action
Amsterdam has appointed a special councilor for outdoor play to combat the trend of children spending excessive time on digital devices. The initiative aims to address playground inequality and urban ...
As construction starts in Amsterdamse Poort, uncertainty remains over arrival of hip-hop center
Construction has begun on the Amsterdamse Poort shopping center, but the future of the planned CC8 hiphop cultural center remains uncertain due to unresolved funding and contract issues with the munic...
Great, the new passage at Zuid station, but I have a proposal for an even smoother flow for pedestrians
The opening of the new Brittenpassage at Amsterdam Zuid station aims to improve pedestrian mobility in the area. A proposal suggests implementing a lane-based system with mandatory walking speeds duri...