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.
Suspicious situation in Osdorp garage, two arrests made and street cordoned off
Police have arrested two individuals following a suspicious incident at a garage complex in the Osdorp neighborhood of Amsterdam. Officers cordoned off J. de Koostraat to allow forensic experts to con...
Journalist Evan Gershkovich, who was imprisoned in Russia, gives the Derk Sauer Lecture: watch the livestream here
Journalist Evan Gershkovich will deliver the first Derk Sauer Lecture at the debate center De Balie in Amsterdam to discuss press freedom and his time imprisoned in Russia. The annual event honors the...
Ajax hosts AZ in North Holland top clash • Goes returns to squad
Ajax is set to host AZ at the Johan Cruijff Arena tonight in a significant match where the visitors hope to maintain their eleven-game unbeaten streak against the hosts. Ajax manager Michel Sanchez ha...
Dement Mohamed (67) missing since this afternoon, last seen at Plein '40-'45
Police are searching for Mohamed, a 67-year-old man with dementia who went missing this afternoon near Plein '40 '45 in Amsterdam Nieuw-West. Authorities are concerned for his welfare because he has d...
Dement man (67) found hour after distributing photo
A 67-year-old man with dementia was reported missing, triggering an urgent search by police and his family. The man was safely located in good health approximately one hour after police released his p...
Heat pump on balcony too loud for neighbors: refusal justified
A court has upheld a homeowners association's decision to ban an apartment owner from installing a heat pump on their balcony. The judge ruled that the device would cause excessive noise for nearby ne...
American holiday? Halloween is actually European: ‘We have a fascination with horror’
Although often considered an American tradition, Halloween originated from European religious customs before being transformed by American influence. The holiday has become increasingly popular in the...
From a Jan Steen to a Marco van Basten: remarkable masterpieces at the PAN art fair
The annual PAN art and design fair opens tomorrow in Amsterdam, showcasing a mix of classical works like a rare Jan Steen painting and unique sports memorabilia. Among the highlights is the jersey wor...
Anouscha (27) is a horror actor who makes a living scaring people to death
Anouscha, a 27-year-old horror actor, works at the Amsterdam Dungeon where she specializes in frightening visitors. Her experiences and the challenges of the profession are featured in the YouTube ser...
Riot police intervene in The Hague unrest, calm in Amsterdam
Police intervened in The Hague to manage confrontations between youth groups and soccer hooligans, resulting in four arrests for face-covering offenses. Meanwhile, Amsterdam remained peaceful despite ...
Amsterdammers arrested for kidnapping and assaulting Schiedam resident
Two Amsterdam residents have been arrested for the kidnapping and assault of a vulnerable man from Schiedam, whom they held captive and humiliated on social media. The suspects are also under investig...
Police rarely use stun guns, but they are permitted if someone resists arrest
A police officer used a taser while arresting a delivery driver in Amsterdam's Runstraat last Thursday, sparking a public debate over the proportionality of the force. While such weapons are rarely us...
Mystery solved: the story behind these floating hands in Amsterdam-West
An art installation called Gebaren_Gestures featuring 38 hand sculptures is currently hanging above a street in Amsterdam-West. Created by artist Danièle Scauso and dozens of local participants, the ...
Mentally disabled man kidnapped and abused in West after meeting on dating app
A 61-year-old man with an intellectual disability was kidnapped and severely abused after meeting suspects via a dating app in Amsterdam. Two men have been arrested for the crime, which is currently b...
Large amount of smoke from fire at cocoa company in Amsterdam Western Docklands
A fire broke out at a cocoa company in Amsterdam's Westelijk Havengebied around noon, resulting in significant smoke but no injuries. Emergency crews successfully contained the blaze, which was likely...
However cheerful and optimistic, something else shines through at the Black Achievement Awards Gala
The Black Achievement Awards Gala at the DeLaMar in Amsterdam offered a complex message that went beyond simple self-congratulation. While the event remained optimistic, it also highlighted deeper soc...
Mayor introduces camera surveillance on Kinkerstraat following explosion
Mayor Femke Halsema has ordered immediate camera surveillance on Amsterdam's Kinkerstraat following an explosion at a residential building on October 29. Police will also increase their presence in th...
Nieuw-West unveils tile against senseless violence at site where Syrian boys were shot dead
A memorial plaque dedicated to two Syrian teenagers killed by senseless violence earlier this year is set to be unveiled in Amsterdam's Piet Wiedijkpark. The official ceremony, led by district chairma...
Grey and cloudy weekend in Amsterdam, chance of drizzle on Sunday
Amsterdam residents can expect a gray, cloudy weekend with temperatures hovering around 10 degrees and a possibility of drizzle on Sunday. This follows a record-wet October in the Netherlands that con...
Wooden houses are gaining ground but won't solve the housing shortage
The share of new wooden residential construction in the Netherlands has grown significantly due to sustainability mandates and an emphasis on industrial prefabrication. However, experts caution that l...
The style of Toon (75): ‘There is a lot of the feminine in me, I got that from my mother’
Toon, a 75-year-old Amsterdam resident, expresses his unique identity through a bold, sustainable style composed almost exclusively of second-hand clothing. He avoids major multinational brands and fa...
Homeless office closed for weeks: ‘You wouldn’t close a hospital because there are too many patients’
The Daklozenkantoor in Amsterdam's Oud-West district has been closed for weeks, with the organization citing rising homelessness as the cause. Former staff members argue that this explanation is inade...
This elite unit of the Marechaussee guards Schiphol day and night: ‘We take everything seriously until we are sure it’s nothing’
The Armed Aviation Security unit of the Royal Netherlands Marechaussee is marking its 30th anniversary of protecting Schiphol Airport. Initially created for high-risk flights, the unit now operates as...
Writer Herman Koch: I don't know if I count as an Amsterdammer by strict standards
Author Robert Vuijsje interviews novelist Herman Koch about his changing perspective on Amsterdam. Koch reflects on his diminished connection to the city center and questions his status as a tradition...
Moderators of subreddit r/Amsterdam meet for the first time: ‘Do you also have a Reddit cat?’
Moderators of the popular subreddit r/Amsterdam recently met in person for the first time to discuss their experiences managing the online community. The platform acts as a vital resource for thousand...
After 53 years in Amsterdam, Jacob Kurc (77) wouldn't want to live anywhere else: 'But I still go back to Rio twice a year'
Jacob Kurc, who moved to Amsterdam 53 years ago, became a notable local figure after opening the city's first Brazilian restaurant in 1984. Beyond his culinary success, he worked as a football agent a...
From sewage to red velvet: Rialto cinema opens new theater in an old silo on Zeeburg
Rialto is launching a new cinema called Rialto Silo on Zeeburgereiland this Thursday, occupying a converted industrial silo. The venue aims to become a central cultural meeting point tailored to the n...
At NK Thai Noodles they serve a rare dish: pink noodles – and they taste surprisingly good
NK Thai Noodles in Amsterdam offers an affordable and unique dining experience, featuring rare pink noodles and vibrant green desserts. The restaurant's colorful atmosphere and specialized menu succes...
Illustrator Hyeshil Sander’s Amsterdam: ‘The char siu bao at Oriental City makes me very happy’
Korean-Dutch illustrator Hyeshil Sander is launching two new coloring books next week. She frequently visits local favorites including the Kattenkabinet, café Schiller, and Oriental City.
Working on a VOC ship was dangerous: why did so many men still want to join?
The Dutch East India Company consistently sought recruits for dangerous voyages due to high death rates among their maritime and military personnel. Historian Roelof van Gelder has investigated the mo...