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.
Amsterdam begins distributing emergency kits via the Food Bank
Amsterdam is launching a temporary emergency food parcel distribution program for low-income households in collaboration with the local food bank. The initiative aims to provide essential support to v...
Growth in number of female directors at listed companies stagnates
The growth of female executive board members at companies listed on the Amsterdam stock exchange has stalled, with current trends suggesting gender parity in these roles will not be reached until 2044...
40-year-old man from Zaandam sentenced to prison and community service for damaging police car in Floradorp
A 40-year-old man has been sentenced to community service and jail time for vandalizing a police car during civil unrest in the Amsterdam neighborhood of Floradorp. Tensions in the area, reportedly fu...
Police make bizarre discovery in car: two pythons in the center console, a box of mice, and a goldfish
A 51-year-old Amsterdam man was arrested on the A4 near Hoofddorp for driving under the influence after police discovered two pythons, live mice, and a goldfish in his vehicle. The animals were seized...
After deadline debacle came emergency signings, purchases and one survivor left up front at Ajax
Ajax has utilized eleven different players at the left-wing position since missing out on Kamaldeen Sulemana two years ago. This instability reflects broader issues with the club's recruitment strateg...
She bought oxy, but received deadly counterfeit pills: ‘That’s what makes it so harsh and sad’
An Amsterdam woman died after consuming a counterfeit oxycodone pill purchased from the illegal webshop Slaapillen.net. Her family launched an independent investigation after police considered closing...
Natural trumpet proves to be a nuisance during performance of Brandenburg Concertos at the Concertgebouw
Masato Suzuki led the Bach Collegium Japan in a performance of four Brandenburg Concertos at the Concertgebouw in Amsterdam. While the ensemble demonstrated its signature warm and precise musicality, ...
British bank Barclays to cut thousands of jobs due to AI
Barclays plans to cut thousands of jobs to reduce costs and increase efficiency through the use of artificial intelligence. The announcement follows disappointing third-quarter financial results, part...
Exercise to close IJ barrier to protect the city from flooding
Authorities recently conducted an annual drill to test the closure procedures for the IJfront sluice gates in Amsterdam. This exercise ensures that the city is effectively prepared to protect itself a...
Door blown out of facade in Indische Buurt explosion
A powerful explosion in the Indische Buurt area of Amsterdam blew a front door out of a residential building early this morning. While the blast shattered nearby windows and left debris across the str...
Meike (33) is editor-in-chief of ADE: ‘I could cry with pride now that I see our campaign in the city’
Meike Jentjens is the editor-in-chief of the Amsterdam Dance Event, where she oversees editorial strategy and manages coverage for the festival's 1,300 events. Having transitioned from a music journal...
Heritage of the Week | 100 Years of De Bazel
The iconic De Bazel building on Vijzelstraat is celebrating its 100th anniversary this year. Originally a bank headquarters, the historic landmark now serves as the Amsterdam City Archives.
Emergency asylum shelter on cruise ship MS Galaxy in Western Port Area extended following minister's request
Amsterdam has extended the emergency asylum shelter contract for the MS Galaxy cruise ship following a request from the Minister of Asylum and Migration. The decision was made to alleviate pressure ca...
Swan Lake at the opening of ADE: "Food for the soul to be here"
The Amsterdam Dance Event opened with a unique performance titled Swan Lake Remixed, featuring a fusion of classical ballet, hip-hop, and electronic music. Artistic directors Ernst Meisner and Marco G...
Former GroenLinks councilor Jorrit Nuijens (46) has died
Former GreenLeft city councilor and Diemen alderman Jorrit Nuijens has died at the age of 46. Known for his flamboyant style and commitment to vulnerable populations, Nuijens served in Amsterdam's mun...
Former GroenLinks councilor Jorrit Nuijens (46) has died
Former GreenLeft city council member and Diemen alderman Jorrit Nuijens has died at the age of 46. Nuijens, known for his passionate political style and advocacy for the vulnerable, ended his own life...
House prices dip slightly again, but buying remains expensive
Existing home prices in the Netherlands fell by 0.4 percent in September compared to August, though they remain 2.9 percent higher than the previous year. While the rate of price growth has slowed, ho...
LIVE Conference League | Can Ajax bounce back against Atalanta after a false start?
Ajax is looking to bounce back in the Conference League tonight against Atalanta after losing their opening match 2-1 to Hajduk Split. The game is scheduled to begin at 21:00.
Insured patients could get treated much faster, but often don't realize it yet
Patients are failing to utilize new proactive waiting list mediation services that could help them receive medical care faster. Despite significant wait times in specialties like neurology and urology...
Ajax is occasionally ‘manic’ on the pitch, Míchel observes: ‘It’s hard to find consistency with twelve new players’
Ajax manager Míchel is preparing his squad for a Conference League match against Atalanta Bergamo while navigating the challenges of integrating twelve new players. He noted that the team's inconsist...
Years of illegal use of Schiphol: environmental groups and local residents take legal action over cabinet plans
A coalition of environmental groups and residents has challenged new government regulations for Schiphol Airport at the Council of State. The plaintiffs claim the rules legitimize years of illegal ope...
Radio maker Iwan Bottse (1950-2026) was 'principled, stubborn and afraid of nothing'
Radio producer Iwan Bottse has passed away at the age of 76 after a nearly fifty-year career in broadcasting. He was well known for providing news and stories to the Surinamese and Antillean communiti...
Benjamin (38) found social housing by working less: 'The property was listed incorrectly on Woningnet'
After moving through more than ten temporary anti-squat addresses, 38-year-old Benjamin van Gaalen has secured a social housing unit near his girlfriend. He qualified for the apartment by adjusting hi...
Residents oppose light rail through Houthaven Park and Oude Houthaven: ‘What were you thinking?’
City officials are proposing a new high-speed tram line between Sloterdijk and Amsterdam Central Station to support the development of the Haven-Stad district. Local residents are strongly opposing th...
Jorrit Nuijens (1980-2026) was a flamboyant GreenLeft politician who remained a lifelong seeker
Former GroenLinks councilor and alderman Jorrit Nuijens has died at age 46 after a life marked by a notable political career and internal personal struggles. Despite his professional success in local ...
How safe readers find Amsterdam traffic: ‘It used to be quiet here, but what are all these Cantas and Biròs doing on the bike path?’
Amsterdam residents are voicing growing alarm over increasing traffic insecurity, citing reckless e-bike use, smartphone distraction, and the presence of small vehicles on bicycle paths as major hazar...
Drop-in center for homeless mothers and their children reopens in Southeast
The Different Colors drop-in center in Amsterdam Zuidoost has reopened its doors to homeless mothers and their children following an unexpected closure in September. While the facility provides essent...
Raven on the ferry: "This is Amsterdam at its best"
The 30th edition of the Amsterdam Dance Event launched with live DJ sets on the ferry connecting Amsterdam Central Station and the NDSM wharf. Commuters enjoyed the free performances, which added a fe...
Weekend tips: things to do in Amsterdam from October 23 to 25
Amsterdam offers a packed schedule of events from October 23 to 25, highlighted by the Amsterdam Dance Event and various family-friendly activities. Residents and visitors can enjoy everything from th...
Jury chair of the Amsterdam Prize for the Arts: 'It is no longer a given that Amsterdam is a city of free thinkers'
The Amsterdam Fund for the Arts will announce the winners of the Amsterdamprijs voor de Kunst at the Stadsschouwburg on October 27. Jury chairman Ahmet Polat emphasized the importance of supporting ar...