Amsterdam News in English
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Ajax striker Tolu not only scores easily but is also an infectious personality: ‘He’s a special one’
Ajax striker Tolu Arokodare is being celebrated for his impressive scoring ability and his positive impact on the team's morale. His calm and relaxed personality has helped reduce pressure on his team...
Simulated street at ROC aims to better prepare trainee enforcement officers for aggression
The ROC in Amsterdam-Zuidoost has launched a simulated practice street to help law enforcement students improve their conflict resolution skills. This initiative aims to address the rising levels of a...
Feeling Free review: Henny Vonk made beautiful music and is a valuable addition to the Dutch jazz canon
The Nederlands Jazz Archief has released Feeling Free, a collection of previously unheard recordings by the late Dutch jazz musician and poet Henny Vonk. This release serves as a significant tribute t...
Museum Night 2026: 8 places you want to visit
On November 7, over 65 museums in Amsterdam will participate in Museumnacht, offering visitors special access to more than 260 events after regular closing hours. Attendees are encouraged to plan thei...
Josh (55) and Evie (18): ‘You could get in a car without your parents seeing your live location’
Josh and Evie reflect on the differences between their generations while growing up in Amsterdam, specifically comparing modern digital surveillance to past personal freedoms. Despite the age gap, the...
Visit a disco exhibition or go to ADE for free: things to do in Amsterdam this week
Amsterdam offers a variety of cultural activities this week, including free Amsterdam Dance Event programs, the opening of the Museumplein skating rink, and the start of the Cello Biënnale. Residents...
Rembrandt House Museum struggles with falling visitor numbers due to rising hotel VAT and tourist tax: ‘This policy is killing us and the entire city’
Amsterdam's cultural sector is voicing strong opposition to rising tourist taxes and VAT increases, which are blamed for a significant drop in international museum attendance. The Rembrandthuis is amo...
The Eik en Linden inn was built on swampy land and later housed wolves and boars
The Eik en Linden inn opened in 1830 in a marshy area of Amsterdam that was later incorporated into the Artis zoo grounds. Over the decades, the building transitioned from a concert venue and social s...
First win secured for Ajax with late goals from substitutes Tolu and Ouazane against Atalanta
Ajax claimed their first Conference League win by defeating Atalanta 2-0 with late goals from substitutes Tolu Arokodare and Abdellah Ouazane. The home victory at the Johan Cruijff Arena marks the fir...
Netherlands player Jurriën Timber and girlfriend Roos de Back expecting first child
Dutch international footballer Jurriën Timber and his girlfriend, Roos de Back, have announced on social media that they are expecting their first child, a daughter. The couple, who currently live in...
Woman raped in Amsterdam-Osdorp parking garage, Public Prosecution Service demands 4-year prison sentence and TBS
A 33-year-old man is facing four years in prison and mandatory psychiatric care for raping a woman in an Amsterdam-Osdorp parking garage last year. The prosecution dismissed the suspect's claim that s...
Car ends up in water in Weesp, four occupants run away
A car plunged into the water at Aquamarin street in Weesp this evening, with four of the five passengers fleeing the scene on foot. Police are investigating the incident, which may have involved a sec...
30 years of ADE: In the international dance scene everyone knows October is ADE month
The Amsterdam Dance Event is celebrating its 30th anniversary, reflecting on its development and significant impact on the global electronic music scene. During the ADE Pro conference, industry leader...
Artist Kaili Smith (31) paints the Amsterdam canals in his own way: Creativity is my religion, and I mean that seriously
Artist and comedian Kaili Smith is presenting a new exhibition at the Grachtenmuseum in Amsterdam featuring portraits of his friends and family set against the city's canals. He combines traditional s...
Window smashed at home with Pride flag, wall defaced with "I kill gay" graffiti
A home on the Amstelkade in Amsterdam was targeted by anti-LGBTQ+ vandalism on Wednesday night when a brick was thrown through a window and homophobic threats were spray-painted on a wall. Police and ...
Wouter, Paul and Jesper on the Hajar murder case: ‘The perpetrator must have dumped the suitcase with her body in the Amstel very quickly’
Reporters are investigating the murder of 29-year-old Hajar after her body was discovered in a suitcase in the Amstel river. Police have arrested 23-year-old suspect Abdi A. in Spierdijk, while furthe...
More than 20 minutes at ADE without earplugs can cause significant hearing damage, ENT doctor warns
Ear, nose, and throat specialist Paul Merkus warns that attending the Amsterdam Dance Event without hearing protection can cause lasting damage in under twenty minutes. He emphasizes the importance of...
Little hope among away fans, but plenty of club love: "Atalanta is our religion"
Approximately two thousand Atalanta Bergamo fans have traveled to the Johan Cruijff Arena in Amsterdam to watch their team play Ajax in the Conference League. Although the supporters remain deeply ded...
What's cooler than a rave on a plane: Schiphol celebrates ADE
Schiphol Airport is participating in the Amsterdam Dance Event by hosting a series of electronic music parties within its terminals and a repurposed KLM aircraft. The celebrations began with a silent ...
Rochdale hires private security to combat crack nuisance in Amsterdam-Southeast
Housing corporation Rochdale has hired private security to address persistent issues with crack users in the H-Buurt neighborhood of Amsterdam-Zuidoost. The six-month program aims to restore comfort t...
Telegraaf: Hajar begged for help in texts: 'Help me. He is killing me'
The 29-year-old Hajar, who went missing on October 4, sent desperate text messages for help before her body was later discovered in a suitcase in an Amsterdam canal. Her family has criticized the poli...
Harrie Kachel in De Pijp opens doors for one more weekend: ‘But if I see another nice stove after that, I’d like to restore it’
Harrie van Gennip, the 73-year-old owner of a wood stove shop known as Harrie Kachel, is closing his business on the Govert Flinckstraat in Amsterdam. A final weekend of operations is planned, though ...
European football night for AZ in Armenia • Ajax against Atalanta Bergamo
Dutch football clubs AZ and Ajax are playing important European matches this evening. AZ travels to Armenia to face Ararat Armenia, while Ajax welcomes Atalanta Bergamo to the Johan Cruijff Arena in A...
Family on Amstelkade removes pride flag after brick thrown through daughter's bedroom window: 'It could have been fatal'
A family in Amsterdam-Zuid faced a violent attack on Wednesday night when a brick was thrown through their bedroom window near a display of a pride flag. The perpetrators also left threatening, homoph...
National Slavery Museum: what is the current status?
The National Slavery Museum in the Netherlands is currently under development, though it has encountered delays in its construction schedule. The project remains a significant effort to document and r...
Private security for apartment buildings in Amsterdam Southeast due to crack addict nuisance: 'This is not a structural solution'
Housing association Rochdale has hired private security to patrol five apartment buildings in Amsterdam-Zuidoost for six months due to nuisance caused by crack users. The move aims to manage immediate...
Opening of slavery museum delayed by at least three more years
The opening of the National Slavery Museum in Amsterdam has been delayed by at least three years, with the target date shifting from 2030 to 2033. City officials cite the need for a more thorough arch...
Iwan Bottse (75), co-founder of Surinamese radio in Amsterdam, has died
Iwan Bottse, a foundational figure in Surinamese radio in Amsterdam, has died at the age of 75. He is remembered for founding Radio Tamara and hosting the program Damsko So Mi Tan, which provided a vi...
Political podcast Politiek aan de Amstel starts today with a new lineup
The political podcast Politiek aan de Amstel is returning with a new lineup featuring contributors from AT5, Het Parool, and De Telegraaf. The show, which covers local politics, will continue to air e...
Dancing into the weekend: ADE show on AT5 and SALTO
DJs Gregor Salto and Pete Philly are hosting a special broadcast show on AT5 and SALTO to celebrate the Amsterdam Dance Event. The program features interviews with various international artists and li...