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.
Giovanni S. (30) was known to care agencies for years and neighbors reported problems: two weeks later he stabbed three young parents
Giovanni S., a 30-year-old man previously known to social services, stabbed three young parents in an Amsterdam-Oost apartment complex last December. Concerned neighbors had reported warning signs abo...
Part of Osdorp City Park cordoned off due to suspicious package
Police have cordoned off part of Stadspark Osdorp in Amsterdam after a suspicious package was discovered in the area. An explosives expert is investigating the site to determine if military assistance...
Car flips onto roof at A10-West exit, driver taken to hospital
A female driver was hospitalized following a single-vehicle accident on Friday evening near the A10-West exit in Amsterdam. The car overturned and struck a traffic light, though the exact cause of the...
Car lands on its roof near A10 West, two injured
Two people were taken to the hospital after their car flipped over on the Henk Sneevlietweg near the A10 West exit in Amsterdam. The accident resulted in the closure of the ramp to the A4 and A10 Sout...
Vibrations forbidden in new VU building: "We measure down to the billionth of a second"
The Vrije Universiteit in Amsterdam has opened a new research building designed with advanced concrete foundations to block vibrations from nearby traffic and public transport. These specialized measu...
Halsema: number of tourists must be curbed, even if it costs the hospitality industry visitors
Amsterdam Mayor Femke Halsema has stated that the city must actively reduce the number of annual tourists to protect local livability and curb negative issues like waste. Although she acknowledges tha...
Sound barrier on A10-West catches fire for the fifth time: why is this happening?
A sound barrier along the A10-West in Amsterdam has experienced five fires since May within a five-kilometer stretch. Local authorities are investigating the cause of these frequent incidents along th...
On the trail of hornet hunters in Amsterdam: If the acid she sprays gets in your eyes, you’ll be temporarily blind
The invasive yellow-legged hornet is spreading across Amsterdam, with nests capable of housing thousands of individuals. Hobbyist beekeepers are using specialized tracking technology and bait stations...
Urgent camera surveillance at Amstellandlaan in Weesp
Mayor Halsema has initiated emergency camera surveillance at the Amstellandlaan in Weesp for one month following public order disturbances on the weekend of September 26 and 27. The specific details r...
Grevynio G. (23) suspected of shooting man in the leg in Slotervaart: prosecution seeks 3 years and 4 months in prison
Prosecutors are requesting a 40-month prison sentence for 23-year-old Grevynio G. for his alleged role in directing a shooting in Amsterdam-Slotervaart. The incident, which took place on March 7, 2025...
How Amsterdam tried to convince Alkmaar not to allow Israeli fans at the AZ match
Authorities in Amsterdam urged Alkmaar to ban visiting Israeli supporters from an AZ football match scheduled for October 15. The city's leadership feared that the arrival of Hapoel Beer Sheva fans wo...
Turn in fireworks without penalty in East: "There are some really dangerous items among them"
Residents in Amsterdam handed over nearly 350 kilograms of fireworks, including illegal items, during a one-day government-organized amnesty event at Sportpark Voorland. The initiative aims to help ci...
8 former cinemas in Amsterdam
Eight historic cinemas in Amsterdam have been repurposed for new uses while retaining significant architectural remnants of their past. Through restored neon signs and preserved decorative details, th...
KLM names first Airbus A350 The Night Watch, but business class seats cannot be used yet
KLM has officially received its first Airbus A350, which has been named De Nachtwacht, following its flight from the factory in Toulouse to Schiphol Airport. Although the aircraft has arrived, the air...
Politics on the Amstel: PRO under fire during budget debate and trash can fiasco looms
The Amsterdam city council recently convened to discuss next year's budget, with significant scrutiny directed toward the leading party, PRO. The debate also covered administrative challenges, includi...
Internal police committee: 2024 riot police violence against pro-Palestinian protesters in Westpoort was disproportionate
An internal police commission found that riot police used disproportionate force against pro-Palestinian protesters in Amsterdam's Westpoort area during November 2024. However, the Public Prosecution ...
Spookily fun! 9 Halloween parties and outings in Amsterdam
Amsterdam is hosting numerous Halloween events on October 31, ranging from family-friendly costume parties to late-night club nights and theatrical performances. Various venues across the city will fe...
Singaporean artist Ho Tzu Nyen named associate artist for Holland Festival anniversary
Singaporean artist Ho Tzu Nyen has been appointed as the associate artist for the 2027 edition of the Holland Festival. The festival will open with the European premiere of the jazz opera Champion, wh...
Olcay Gulsen injured after watch robbery in Amsterdam: 'Ridiculous'
Entrepreneur Olcay Gulsen sustained injuries during a violent watch robbery outside her office in Amsterdam. She has filed a police report and authorities are currently searching for two suspects who ...
Boys (13, 14 and 15) from Zeeburg riot group arrested for assault and street robbery
Three teenagers have been arrested for multiple violent crimes and street robberies in Amsterdam after their earlier involvement in neighborhood disturbances escalated. The group, which had been under...
Financial milestones every expat hits in their first couple of years in the Netherlands
Expats moving to the Netherlands must navigate various financial milestones, starting with basic administrative requirements like obtaining a BSN number and opening a local bank account. Over time, th...
Woman injured after watch robbery on Sarphatikade
A woman was injured during a violent watch robbery on the Sarphatikade in Amsterdam-Centrum yesterday evening. The suspect escaped on a scooter with an accomplice, and police are now appealing for wit...
All city metro lines halted after system failure
A system failure has caused all metro services in Amsterdam to come to a complete halt. Transit operator GVB is currently performing a system reset and expects the disruption to last at least one hour...
No trains to and from Amsterdam Central on Saturday, NS expects increased crowds at other stations
Train traffic to and from Amsterdam Centraal will be suspended this Saturday due to essential signaling updates performed by ProRail. While train services will remain available at other stations, the ...
Is Fikkie the right fit for me?
Choosing a pet involves more than just selecting a cute animal, as owners must prioritize health and the animal's origin. For pet owners in Amsterdam who struggle with veterinary costs, the organizati...
Animal Day in Amsterdam: 4 things to do on Sunday, October 4
On Sunday, October 4, Amsterdam will celebrate World Animal Day with festive activities at De Ceuvel, professional pet photography sessions, and light projections of animals on the local watertower. T...
No trains between Amsterdam Sloterdijk and Haarlem due to power failure
Train services between Amsterdam Sloterdijk and Haarlem have been suspended due to a power failure. The disruption was reported at approximately 10:40 AM, and NS advises passengers to check the travel...
Funny, mysterious – and very Amsterdam: according to our readers, this is the most beautiful Amsterdam word
Readers of Het Parool have selected the Yiddish-derived word achenebbisj as the most beautiful term in the Amsterdam dialect. The word, which implies something pitiful or disappointing, remains deeply...
Municipality expects more homeless people in winter shelters this year: significantly more beds available
Amsterdam has increased its winter shelter capacity to 760 beds to accommodate a rising number of homeless individuals, up from 500 last year. Alderman Zita Pels confirmed the city is prepared to scal...
Municipality expects more homeless people in winter shelters this year: significantly more beds available
The municipality of Amsterdam has expanded its winter shelter capacity to 760 beds to accommodate an expected increase in the number of homeless people. Officials are also prepared to activate additio...