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.
Toddler (1) falls from third floor in Amsterdam-Zuid
A one-year-old boy has been hospitalized after falling from a third-story window on the Amstelveenseweg in Amsterdam-Zuid. Emergency services, including police and fire crews, are currently on the sce...
Win tickets for U2 at the Johan Cruijff ArenA!
Fans have the chance to win tickets to a U2 concert at the Johan Cruijff ArenA on June 6, 2027. Interested participants must answer trivia questions and accept the terms of the promotion between Octob...
Heijmans builds fewer houses but earns more from roads and power grids
Heijmans faces a slump in residential property sales due to ongoing market crises but expects higher profits due to significant growth in infrastructure and energy projects. The company has raised its...
More fruit and vegetables in Red Light District sex shows? If bananas work, why not cucumbers?
The third season of the documentary series Bij ons op de Wallen provides an intimate look at the lives of various residents and business owners in Amsterdam's Red Light District. The episodes highligh...
Urgent shortage of foster families in Amsterdam: "Long or short term, everything is desperately needed"
Amsterdam is struggling with a critical shortage of foster families, resulting in fifty children currently awaiting placement. This lack of local options forces children to move outside the city, pote...
Review: Hooray, rock band Editors suddenly sounds like a real band again
Rock band Editors has released their eighth album, Surface, Echo & Sound, moving away from electronic experimentation toward a more organic and indie-focused sound. The band, known for their long-stan...
New Schiphol rules take effect Sunday – 12 years late – but it remains to be seen if we notice a difference
New noise regulations for Schiphol Airport will officially take effect on November 1 after years of delays. However, local residents are not expected to notice an immediate difference in noise levels ...
This is where Queen Juliana danced with the Amsterdam orphanage boys and nuns from the Lauriergracht
New archives provide insight into the history of a Catholic boys' orphanage on the Lauriergracht in Amsterdam, which operated from the late 17th century until 1960. The complex, which famously hosted ...
Young Amsterdammers on their future in the city: ‘Maybe I’ll move to a nice house in a quieter neighborhood later for my family’
Young residents of Amsterdam are reflecting on their future living situations within the city. Many are considering staying long-term, though some express interest in moving to quieter neighborhoods a...
Traces of the sewer past completely erased: Rialto Silo could become Amsterdam's newest attraction
The Rialto Silo on Zeeburgereiland is set to open on November 5, featuring a cinema, gym, and café. This development transforms former sewage storage silos into a new cultural attraction for the city...
Go to a Halloween party at the Nachbar or visit the PAN art fair at the Rai: what to do in Amsterdam this week
Amsterdam features a packed schedule this week, including the PAN art fair, the Brainwash Festival, and various exhibitions like the Whistler showcase at the Van Gogh Museum. Residents and visitors ca...
Marjorie (60) and Julia (28): I have to really like a man to leave Amsterdam
Majorie and Julia share their perspectives on living in Amsterdam and the significant role the city plays in their daily lives. Julia expresses a strong personal attachment to the capital, noting that...
Tolu Arokodare versus Marcos Leonardo: who is the best striker for Ajax based on the stats?
Ahead of the upcoming match against AZ, Ajax is facing a debate regarding the starting striker position. Analysts are comparing the statistics and playing styles of Tolu Arokodare and Marcos Leonardo ...
Dries Roelvink misses ex-daughter-in-law Marijn Kuipers: She is no longer in the street
Singer Dries Roelvink recently expressed that he misses his former daughter-in-law, Marijn Kuipers, following her breakup with his son Dave in mid-September. While the separation has been difficult, D...
Renovation of De Nederlandsche Bank wins national Gouden Piramide award
De Nederlandsche Bank in Amsterdam has won the Gouden Piramide award following an extensive renovation by architect firm Mecanoo. The project, which transformed the formerly criticized building into a...
Youths share calls for riots in Dutch cities, schools warn
Dutch schools and authorities are on high alert after social media messages began encouraging youth to riot and loot stores in various cities this weekend. While police are monitoring the situation, s...
Science, mythology, and art history: artist Pieter Laurens Mol knows how to combine them like no other
Conceptual artist Pieter Laurens Mol is celebrating his eightieth birthday with exhibitions across three locations in Amsterdam. His work, which blends science, mythology, and art history, is currentl...
164 handmade suits for Amsterdam's Pieten lost in fire: 'It's a financial blow'
Over 160 handcrafted costumes for Sinterklaas assistants in Amsterdam were destroyed in a dry cleaner fire this summer. The loss represents a major financial setback, leaving organizers with an urgent...
Parcel delivery driver tased during arrest for illegal parking in Negen Straatjes
A delivery driver was tasered and arrested by police in Amsterdam's Runstraat after refusing to move his van, which was obstructing traffic. The incident is currently under investigation to determine ...
Halsema on wave of explosions in Nieuw-West due to youth gang conflict: "It is calming down"
Mayor Femke Halsema reports that the wave of explosions in Amsterdam's Nieuw-West district is subsiding following the implementation of new security measures. The violence, linked to a conflict betwee...
Halsema on wave of explosions in Nieuw-West due to youth gang conflict: "It is calming down"
Amsterdam Mayor Femke Halsema reports that a wave of gang-related explosions in the Nieuw-West district is beginning to decrease following the implementation of new security measures. The violence, fu...
Life as a flight attendant is a lifestyle in itself, but the content KLM-fluencers create is rarely surprising
Social media influencers working for KLM frequently share behind-the-scenes content that portrays a glamorous yet repetitive lifestyle of a flight attendant. While these creators promote the airline's...
At Alf Leila Shawarma, it's not turkey or lamb on the spit, but wagyu
Alf Leila Shawarma has opened on the Raadhuisstraat in Amsterdam, serving unique shoarma made with premium Wagyu beef instead of traditional meats. The establishment is led by a Palestinian chef who s...
Journalist Sarah Haaij (41) sees an Amsterdam full of exploitation: 'Even my leftist friends don't know if their cleaner has a passport'
Journalist Sarah Haaij has published a book investigating the prevalence of labor exploitation among migrant workers in Amsterdam. Through interviews with both victims and perpetrators, she reveals th...
External hiring down at Amsterdam municipality, while number of permanent staff increases
The municipality of Amsterdam has reduced its total workforce by 83 full-time positions by cutting external hiring, even as the number of permanent staff has slightly increased. Officials are implemen...
Amsterdam in 2050: denser, greener and less accessible to cars
By 2050, Amsterdam is projected to grow to over one million residents with an increasingly aging population, necessitating the construction of at least 150,000 new, smaller homes. The city plans to ad...
Robert L. sentenced to 11 years in prison on appeal for murder of partner Susanna Boon
Robert L. has been sentenced to 11 years in prison for the 2016 murder of his partner, Susanna Boon, following a successful appeal by the Public Prosecution Service. The court determined that L. kille...
Weekend tips: things to do in Amsterdam from October 30 to November 1
Amsterdam is hosting various events from October 30 to November 1, including vintage shopping markets, free museum visits, and the Brainwash Festival. Residents can also enjoy musical performances dur...
Family of missing producer Leysner offers 9,000 euro reward
The family of Rodney Leysner, a 53-year-old producer from Amsterdam who has been missing since August 15, is offering a reward of 9,000 euros for information. Leysner was last seen in Suriname, where ...
Public Prosecution Service: Adam A. (21) fired live rounds at burger cook, his lawyer 'sees no evidence'
Prosecutors are seeking a ten-year prison sentence for 21-year-old Adam A., who is accused of attempting to murder a hamburger shop owner in Amsterdam. The defense has requested an acquittal, arguing ...