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.
'Espionage' over ports of Amsterdam, Rotterdam and Antwerp: data trader wanted to spy on oil tanks with drones
An American data firm sought to hire a drone operator to spy on oil storage tanks in Amsterdam, Rotterdam, and Antwerp using thermal cameras to gauge inventory levels for speculators. The Dutch drone ...
Coffeeshop on Spuistraat shot at, bullet hole in front door
A coffeeshop on the Spuistraat in Amsterdam was shot at early this morning, resulting in visible damage to the front door but no injuries. Police are currently reviewing surveillance footage and are s...
Fontaines D.C. frontman Grian Chatten has charisma to spare, but why do the rest of the band look so bored at the Ziggo Dome?
The Irish rock band Fontaines D.C. performed their largest concert in the Netherlands to date at the Ziggo Dome in Amsterdam. While lead singer Grian Chatten impressed the audience with his charisma a...
6 original date ideas for queer people
Amsterdam offers a range of original dating activities for queer individuals, including board games and linedancing events. These social gatherings provide welcoming and creative environments for peop...
Stien (32) and Geert (26) met at bar San Francisco on the Zeedijk: 'We both lied about our age'
Stien Steengracht and Geert Kouwenhoven recount how they met at bar San Francisco on the Zeedijk in Amsterdam. During their first encounter, the couple admitted that they both lied about their ages to...
Crowdfunding raised 42,000 euros for homeless mothers in Amsterdam, now there is a dispute over where the money went
Stichting Different Colors, an organization aiding homeless mothers in Amsterdam Southeast, is facing backlash following the sudden closure of its drop-in center. A major donor is now demanding a refu...
Shot fired on Slotermeerlaan in Amsterdam, bullet pierces window of moving bus
A shot was fired at the Slotermeerlaan in Amsterdam, resulting in a bullet piercing the window of a moving bus. No injuries were reported, and police are currently investigating the incident while sea...
A look inside the Ajax boardroom: ‘So you’re suggesting I go talk to some billionaires quickly?’
Ajax board member Lesley Bamberger addressed questions about the club's finances during a shareholders meeting. He reacted to a suggestion regarding seeking investment from billionaires to help suppor...
Mega-operation lasting at least four years: renovation of historic Bijlmer flats finally underway
Renovation work is beginning this month on the historic Geldershoofd and Gravestein flats in Amsterdam-Zuidoost. The massive project, which affects nearly one thousand households, is expected to take ...
These Amsterdammers encourage other men to talk more about their feelings: 'I didn't do that at first and turned into a loner'
A group of Amsterdam men is countering societal pressure that discourages emotional expression by using media, music, and support groups to promote vulnerability. They encourage others to share their ...
Amsterdam woman (26) suspected of directing teenage hitmen for liquidations
Melissa P., a 26-year-old from Amsterdam, is on trial for allegedly recruiting and directing minors to commit severe violent crimes, including planned murders and shootings. The public prosecution ser...
Victim of Millingenhof shooting in Southeast is 22-year-old man
A 22-year-old man remains in critical condition following a shooting at a parking lot in Millingenhof on Monday afternoon. Local police have recovered evidence from a white Peugeot at the scene but ha...
Rapper Saaff scammed a fan. Did he also want to stab an officer or was he in a panic?
Rapper Jethro L., also known as Saaff, has admitted to defrauding a bitcoin buyer of 19,400 euros. He is currently facing a potential five-year prison sentence for allegedly attempting to stab an offi...
Fewer trains to and from Amsterdam Central following collision on platform
A fatal incident at Amsterdam Centraal Station has caused significant train service reductions across several routes, with delays expected to last through the evening. The situation is further compoun...
Public Prosecution Service demands five-year prison sentence for rapper Saaff for crypto fraud and stabbing undercover agent
Rapper Jethro L., also known as Saaff, faces a five-year prison sentence demanded by the prosecution for running cryptocurrency scams and stabbing an undercover police officer. While the rapper admitt...
Many train cancellations around Amsterdam due to track defect and collision at Amsterdam Central
Train traffic around Amsterdam is severely hindered by defective switches near Weesp and a fatal collision at Amsterdam Centraal. ProRail has limited train movements to accommodate track repairs and a...
Competition to determine design of OBA Next library in Zuidoost
Amsterdam has launched an international design competition for the new OBA Next library in the K-buurt of Zuidoost, with plans to open the multi-functional facility by 2030. The project includes housi...
Three friends serve rare Southern European dishes on Kinkerstraat
The Braise Brothers have opened a new restaurant on Amsterdam's Kinkerstraat, offering unique Southern European dishes that were previously rare in the city. The founders report that the local respons...
Clementine van der Bent wants to show through her photos that winter is meant for rest according to old nature traditions
Photographer Clementine van der Bent explores the importance of resting during winter in her exhibition Murmurs under the Skin at Atelier K84 in Amsterdam. Drawing on ancient Celtic traditions, the wo...
Extension of Fabel Friet permit was justified, court rules: ‘Other catering businesses also have queues’
The Amsterdam District Court has upheld the permit extension for the popular snack shop Fabel Friet, rejecting claims from neighbors that the business causes excessive public nuisance. Judges ruled th...
More consumption rooms, extra shelters and tougher measures: this is how the city council wants to tackle drug nuisance
Amsterdam's city government is launching a six-million-euro initiative to address rising drug-related public nuisance by increasing supervised consumption spaces and expanding homeless shelter capacit...
More drug consumption rooms, extra shelters and a tougher approach: how the city council wants to tackle drug nuisance
Amsterdam is launching a six million euro initiative to reduce drug-related public nuisance by increasing the number of supervised consumption spaces and emergency shelter beds. The plan also focuses ...
Agreement with Germany: more and faster trains between Amsterdam and Berlin, Hamburg and Frankfurt
Dutch State Secretary Annet Bertram and German Transport Minister Steffen Bilger have agreed to improve rail connections between Amsterdam and various German cities. The plan focuses on increasing tra...
Video | Lil Kleine presents gold record to Noa Lang for their joint track
Rapper Lil Kleine surprised footballer Noa Lang with a golden record for their successful joint musical track. The encounter occurred at an Amsterdam restaurant while Lang was visiting the Netherlands...
Public Prosecution Service demands 5-year prison sentence for home invasion of sex workers in Amsterdam-Oost involving 'excessive violence'
Prosecutors have requested a five-year prison sentence for two Syrian men accused of a violent robbery targeting sex workers in Amsterdam-Oost. The incident, which occurred in May, was noted for the e...
Amsterdam woman (26) identified as ringleader in three cases of extreme underworld violence: ‘Extreme violence as a business model’
Melissa P., a 26-year-old from Amsterdam, is currently being investigated for her alleged role in coordinating violent criminal activities for financial gain. Prosecutors have linked her to multiple i...
Amsterdam allocates 2.3 million euros for volunteer transport
Amsterdam is investing 2.3 million euros to support volunteer-led transport services for elderly and mobility-impaired residents. This funding secures the operations of initiatives like HeenenWeer and...
Three boys aged 13, 16 and 17 arrested after series of burglaries at fire stations in Amsterdam and Duivendrecht
Three boys aged 13, 16, and 17 have been arrested in connection with a series of break-ins at fire stations. The incidents occurred at the Willem and Osdorp stations in Amsterdam and at a facility in ...
Bijenkorf replaces iconic climbing Petes with bears after 63 years
The Dutch department store chain de Bijenkorf is replacing its traditional climbing rope figures, a fixture since 1963, with teddy bears this holiday season. The change affects four store locations, i...
Booking.com works council challenges mandatory office days
The works council at Booking.com has launched an appeal against a court decision that permits the company to mandate office attendance for employees. While the company argues that physical presence im...