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.
Man shot in leg at home in Zuidoost, arrest team called out
A man was shot in the leg at a residence on Hofgeest in the Zuidoost district of Amsterdam around 21:45. The victim was transported to the hospital while the police, supported by a specialized interve...
An analog film on 70 millimeter: "The most beautiful medium we ever invented"
The Eye Filmmuseum in Amsterdam is currently screening the film 'The Odyssey' in both 35mm and 70mm analog formats to provide viewers with a unique, high-clarity cinematic experience. Film expert Adri...
Free activities at Tolhuistuin: "Get hands-on and away from screens"
Throughout the summer, the Tolhuistuin in Amsterdam-Noord is hosting the 'Culturele Noordspelen', a free program for children aged 4 to 14. Running from July 3 to August 16, the event offers workshops...
Ajax pays nearly 20 million for Brazilian striker: ‘We have been charmed by him for a long time’
Ajax has officially signed 23-year-old Brazilian striker Marcos Leonardo from the Saudi club Al-Hilal for nearly 20 million euros. The player has signed a five-year contract with the Amsterdam-based c...
Giant parakeet overlooks Overhoeks: "Ode to all odd birds"
A seven-meter-tall statue of a rose-ringed parakeet, created by artist Teun Castelein, has been installed in the Overhoeks district of Amsterdam to celebrate the city's diverse and migratory nature. T...
Fernando had bullets fired through his door, but they weren't meant for him: "Who is Achie the Somali?"
A Brazilian man and his wife were terrified when their home in Amsterdam was shot at by mistake, as the perpetrator intended to target someone named 'Achie the Somali.' The police confirmed the reside...
Fire on roof terrace of home on Borneo island
A fire broke out on the rooftop terrace of a house on Borneo Island in Amsterdam this afternoon. Firefighters quickly brought the blaze under control, though significant damage was reported and the ca...
New in Amsterdam: Tamar (25) opens a pink Korean beauty shop
Tamar, a 25-year-old entrepreneur, has opened a new Korean beauty store on Heiligeweg in Amsterdam. The shop features a distinctive pink interior and organizes its beauty products according to specifi...
18-year-old suspect in Southeast shooting arrested in Delft
An 18-year-old man from Deventer has been arrested in Delft in connection with a shooting that left one person injured near the Kraaiennest metro station in Amsterdam Zuidoost on Monday evening. The p...
Two men arrested after threatening people with fake firearm in Vondelpark
Two men, aged 38 and 41, were arrested in Amsterdam's Vondelpark after threatening a person with a realistic-looking fake firearm. Police recovered the weapon from nearby bushes with the help of a pol...
Rapper JoeyAK shows he is out of prison on conditional release with stack of cash
Dutch rapper JoeyAK, also known as Joël H., has been released from prison under strict conditions, including the use of an ankle monitor and a restricted access order for the Amsterdam Zuidoost area....
Netflix viewers increasingly choosing non-English series, including those from the Netherlands
Dutch films and series are increasingly reaching a global audience on Netflix, with titles like Amsterdam Empire and iHostage ranking as the most popular Dutch content this year. This trend coincides ...
No zero-emission zone for passenger cars after all; here is what the city can do: "Give privileges to electric drivers"
The municipality of Amsterdam has abandoned plans to introduce an emission-free zone for passenger cars by 2030 due to a lack of national legislation. Economist Walther Ploos van Amstel suggests that ...
Serious safety concerns for Bos en Lommerweg residents, "Achie the Somali does not live here"
Police are concerned for the safety of innocent residents in an Amsterdam apartment on Bos en Lommerweg that was targeted by a shooting and an explosion. Authorities believe the incidents were a case ...
Writer Mina Etemad and Southeast royalty Jeffrey Spalburg discuss life's big questions in De Zwoele Stad
The talkshow De Zwoele Stad, hosted in Amsterdam-Zuidoost, features comedian Jeffrey Spalburg and writer Mina Etemad discussing topics such as identity, diaspora, and their personal histories. Through...
Neighbors heard police end kidnapping: "Could not hear soccer match over sirens"
Police successfully rescued a kidnap victim in Amsterdam after a high-speed chase that began in Nieuw-West and ended in Amsterdam-Oost. Two suspects from Rotterdam have been arrested following the ope...
No CCTV around Sloterplas despite increasing reports of women being harassed
The municipality of Amsterdam has decided against installing stationary security cameras around Sloterplas despite an increase in harassment reports against women. Instead, officials will deploy extra...
Heritage of the Week | Swimming gas-free in the Zuiderbad
The historic Zuiderbad swimming pool in Amsterdam has undergone sustainability upgrades to become nearly natural gas-free. This project highlights the complex process of making heritage buildings more...
Dreaming of a houseboat? You will want to dock immediately at this one on the Lijnbaansgracht
A unique houseboat located on the Lijnbaansgracht in Amsterdam has appeared on the housing market. The property is situated in a prime location between the Jordaan and the Negen Straatjes.
Squatter gives tour of Van der Madeweg: "There's a booby trap here"
Squatters occupying a long-vacant building on Van der Madeweg in Amsterdam are set to vacate the premises this Friday ahead of its scheduled renovation into a student hotel. While the occupants claim ...
Major police operation following possible kidnapping in Amsterdam-East, three arrested
Police conducted a large-scale operation in Amsterdam-Oost following reports of a potential kidnapping on the Insulindeweg. Three suspects were arrested after a vehicle pursuit that ended near the Fle...
Investors sell chip stocks again, causing ASML share price to drop
Investors on the Amsterdam stock exchange sold their chip holdings in the final hours of trading to cash in on earlier gains. Consequently, ASML shares closed down 0.4 percent after having risen by mo...
Daley Blind makes comeback for Ajax in friendly against Bochum
Daley Blind will make his return to Ajax in a friendly match against VfL Bochum this Wednesday. The veteran defender is set to start for the team at the De Toekomst sports complex.
Checks and instructions for skippers at the Amstel lock
Authorities are currently inspecting vessels at the Amstelsluis to ensure boaters possess the required navigation vignettes. Additionally, they are providing information to skippers regarding the city...
Red Light District aid workers not surprised by arrests in human trafficking investigation
Police conducted a major operation in Amsterdam's red-light district resulting in the arrest of four individuals suspected of human trafficking. Three additional suspects were detained in Romania as p...
25-year-old man acquitted of involvement in De Pizzabakkers explosion
A 25-year-old man has been acquitted of involvement in two explosions at restaurants in Amsterdam, including a De Pizzabakkers branch, due to insufficient evidence despite the presence of his DNA. How...
Weekend tips: things to do in Amsterdam from July 17 to 19
This weekend from July 17 to 19, various activities are available in Amsterdam, including rooftop yoga and evening visits to the zoo. Despite the end of the recent heatwave, the weather remains pleasa...
Neighborhood raises money for snack bar owner Mahmoud after fire: "We want to give something back"
Local residents in Amsterdam have launched a fundraising campaign for snack bar owner Mahmoud Soltan after a major fire severely damaged his business on the Jan Evertsenstraat. The community is raisin...
GGD present throughout the city during WorldPride
The GGD will be present at various locations throughout the city, including the boat parade, during WorldPride. The article highlights the organization's development into an advocate for the lhbtiq+ c...
Meet Erwin: the man behind Amsterdam's cheeriest ice cream cart
Erwin operates a colorful bicycle ice cream cart in Amsterdam, serving Italian gelato to locals in areas like Sarphatipark and Weesperzijde. His business has become a recognizable sight in the city th...