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.
Indian restaurant in the Jordaan must fix odor nuisance before resuming cooking
A court has ordered an Indian restaurant on the Elandsgracht in Amsterdam to stop cooking after residents complained about excessive odor nuisance. The restaurant must install a higher exhaust pipe to...
Weekend roadworks on the A9 cause traffic jams near Amsterdam
Recent maintenance on the A9 motorway near Amsterdam caused widespread traffic delays throughout the weekend, affecting routes including the A1, A2, and A10. While the primary maintenance concluded on...
Protesters at French consulate in solidarity with protests in France
About twenty people gathered at the French consulate in Amsterdam to support ongoing protests in France. The demonstrators aimed to highlight shared concerns regarding education quality and the rising...
After ‘Lisa’ only cycling became less carefree, these bike buddies guide Amsterdam partygoers
To address growing safety concerns among women cycling alone at night following the death of 17-year-old Lisa, the DGTL festival at the Amsterdam Dance Event has introduced bicycle buddies. These volu...
Watch the live sets from various DJs on AT5 and SALTO here
AT5 and SALTO have teamed up for their annual Amsterdam Dance Event broadcast, featuring live sets and interviews hosted by Gregor Salto and Pete Philly. The program highlights the creative processes ...
Two house fires in Southeast, resident sustains burns
Two residential fires occurred this morning in the Zuidoost district of Amsterdam, resulting in one hospitalization for burns and smoke inhalation. While both buildings were evacuated, residents have ...
No hard beats at this ADE party: "A place to truly turn inward"
While the Amsterdam Dance Event is known for high-energy electronic music, the ZERØBPM event at De Thomas offers a quiet alternative centered on ambient music and meditation. The ninety-minute sessio...
No hard beats at this ADE party: "A place to truly look within"
During the Amsterdam Dance Event, the ZERØBPM gathering at De Thomas offers a quiet alternative to the city's loud techno scene. The ninety-minute event combines ambient music with meditation to help...
19-year-old man injured in Nieuwendijk stabbing, 18-year-old suspect arrested
A 19-year-old man was hospitalized following a stabbing incident on the Nieuwendijk in Amsterdam early this morning. An 18-year-old suspect was subsequently arrested after turning himself in to the po...
Bouchon du Centre is no more, but Tire-Bouchon is now in its place: 'We just want to keep it cozy'
The restaurant Bouchon du Centre in Amsterdam has closed after 27 years, reopening under new owners as Tire-Bouchon. The new establishment maintains the original cozy atmosphere while shifting its foc...
KNVB launches integrity investigation into Amsterdam football club
The KNVB has launched an integrity investigation into Amsterdam-based football club ASV de Dijk following allegations of fraud and tax evasion. The club is also facing scrutiny due to multiple reports...
Five DJs, including Amsterdam native Job Jobse (36), cancel No Art Festival performance due to ‘personal circumstances’
Five DJs, including Amsterdam's Job Jobse, have canceled their performances at the No Art Festival citing personal reasons. The cancellations come amidst ongoing controversy surrounding Sona, the even...
KNMI warns of severe wind gusts: branches may break off
The KNMI has issued a code yellow weather warning for parts of the Netherlands, including North Holland, due to the arrival of storm Boelo. The warning is in effect from Saturday night through Monday ...
Major fire on Geulstraat: building evacuated, police investigating
A large fire erupted in an Amsterdam apartment building early this morning, forcing an emergency evacuation of several residents. While one person suffered a minor injury while escaping, there were no...
Multiple homes evacuated following fire in Amsterdam, police investigating
A fire in an Amsterdam-Zuid apartment building resulted in the evacuation of residents and one injury after a person jumped from a first-story window. Police are currently investigating the cause of t...
Women's organizations devastated after death of Hajar: "Lived in immense fear"
Following the discovery of 29-year-old Hajar's body in an Amsterdam canal, a 23-year-old suspect has been arrested. Local women's organizations are grieving the loss while addressing the broader socie...
Code yellow in Amsterdam: more rain and wind expected Saturday
Storm Boelo is expected to bring heavy rain and strong winds to the Netherlands this Saturday, with coastal gusts potentially reaching 100 kilometers per hour. The KNMI has issued a code yellow warnin...
The 100-year history of Hema is quintessentially Amsterdam
The Dutch retail chain HEMA is celebrating its 100th anniversary since opening its first store in Amsterdam in 1926. The company, known for its household goods and the popular rookworst sandwich, has ...
Intimidation by self-proclaimed hooligans, member exodus, and fraud allegations: incidents pile up at football club ASV De Dijk
ASV De Dijk in Amsterdam North is under investigation by the KNVB amid reports of fraud, a mass departure of 160 members, and disruptive behavior by hooligans. Concerned members have also involved the...
That Andrzej Steinbach would become an artist was far from obvious: now his photos hang in Huis Marseille
Photographer Andrzej Steinbach is the subject of a new exhibition at Huis Marseille in Amsterdam that features his unique work with macro-photography and monochromatic portraits. Through his series, h...
Amsterdam's Sinterklaas steamboat needs 3 million euro restoration: 'Otherwise it ends up on dry land'
The 126-year-old steamship Christiaan Brunings, known as the official Sinterklaas boat in Amsterdam, requires a 3 million euro restoration after decades without major maintenance. The National Maritim...
At trendy Nara Nara, the kitchen is incredibly generous with flavors, though you taste a bit too little of Egypt (7.5)
Nara Nara is a trendy new restaurant in Amsterdam that impresses guests with its generous and flavorful menu. While the food is highly regarded, critics suggest that the kitchen could lean further int...
Georgia (25) went viral after being filmed wearing 'spy glasses' – but is that even legal? 'I had no idea'
A young woman was filmed without her consent in Amsterdam using smart glasses, sparking a debate about privacy and the legality of covert recording in public. The incident highlights the growing conce...
The Amsterdam of DJ Merel Helderman: ‘At fifteen, I used a fake ID to get into Awakenings at the Gashouder’
House DJ Merel Helderman will perform five sets during the upcoming Amsterdam Dance Event at venues including Radio Radio and Rijk van de Keizer. The 29-year-old artist also shared her personal local ...
Actress and author Nadja Hüpscher (54): ‘In Amsterdam you have to be sharp and hold your own, it’s quite tough for children’
Actress and author Nadja Hüpscher discusses her experience of living in Amsterdam with interviewer Robert Vuijsje. She describes the city as a challenging environment that requires residents to be as...
The style of Mercedes (39): ‘People wear almost nothing but black and gray. Such a shame’
An individual discusses their eclectic and self-made fashion sense, which is rooted in a desire to avoid comfort zones and embrace bold self-expression. They express a desire to see more color in publ...
Young, armed, and ruthless: Scandinavian teenagers hired to carry out hits in Amsterdam and elsewhere
Scandinavian teenagers are being recruited by the Foxtrot criminal network to carry out contract killings in the Netherlands. Authorities have successfully intercepted planned attacks in Amsterdam and...
Recorder sensation Lucie Horsch (27) travels the world for concerts: 'My life is never monotonous'
Twenty-seven-year-old Amsterdam native Lucie Horsch has transitioned from a child prodigy on the recorder to a globally celebrated concert soloist. She maintains an active international touring schedu...
Grandson wants stolen painting of his grandfather back: 'Bizarre idea that my grandparents' painting hung in Hitler's home'
The grandson of the Nijkerk family is seeking the return of a looted painting that was discovered to have been displayed in Adolf Hitler's residence. The artwork's origin remained a secret for decades...
The many lives of the Omval: just when the Omval no longer existed, it finally received recognition
The Omval in Amsterdam has evolved from a medieval gallows field into a former business hub once occupied by Philips. Although the physical site, including the well-known Café De Omval, was demolishe...