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.
Nephew shot dead at NDSM wharf, Marcel: "I know it's true, but I can't believe it"
Marcel Blijd, a dedicated prison worker, was fatally shot on a terrace at the NDSM wharf in Amsterdam-Noord following an argument reportedly sparked by a loose dog. Police have taken a suspect into cu...
Lieuwe van Gogh painting irreparably damaged in failed robbery
A painting by Lieuwe van Gogh was irreparably damaged during a failed theft attempt at the Rebirth in Shelter exhibition in Amsterdam on Thursday. Security personnel caught the perpetrator after he at...
Video: NDSM wharf shooter throws gun into water, leashes dog and waits for police
Newly released footage shows a suspect acting erratically and disposing of a firearm in the water following a shooting at Amsterdam's NDSM wharf. The man was eventually arrested by police, who also re...
NH commemorates 150 years of the North Sea Canal
The North Sea Canal is celebrating its 150th anniversary with a new three-part documentary series from NH that explores the waterway's historical impact and future development. The series features per...
Man beaten into hospital on Reguliersdwarsstraat
A man was hospitalized early this morning following an assault on Reguliersdwarsstraat in central Amsterdam. Although initial reports suggested a stabbing, authorities confirmed no such weapon was use...
Street littered with broken glass after explosion at De Pijp coffeeshop
An explosion occurred at a coffeeshop on the Eerste van der Helststraat in Amsterdam during the night, shattering windows and covering the street in glass. No injuries were reported, and police are cu...
Police investigate youths from Southeast who proudly showed weapons to German YouTuber
Amsterdam police have launched an investigation after a video featuring masked youths brandishing firearms in the city's Southeast district appeared on YouTube. Mayor Femke Halsema described the foota...
Police investigate youths from Southeast who proudly showed weapons to German YouTuber
Amsterdam police are investigating a viral YouTube video that shows masked youths in the Zuidoost district brandishing firearms. Mayor Femke Halsema has condemned the behavior as concerning and confir...
Braid lesson for your daughter: Faizi brings girl dads together in Amsterdam
Faizi Nazir has started an initiative in Amsterdam called Papa’s & Pony’s, which teaches fathers how to braid their daughters' hair while providing a space for open discussions about parenting. Th...
Majority of Dutch parliament on drug nuisance by homeless: adjust mental health care funding
A coalition of Dutch political parties is advocating for a reform of mental health care funding to better support homeless individuals struggling with drug addiction. Lawmakers argue that the current ...
Large majority of Dutch parliament on homeless drug nuisance: adjust mental healthcare funding
A majority of the Dutch parliament supports reforming mental healthcare financing to provide better care for homeless individuals with complex addiction issues. Lawmakers aim to address gaps in the cu...
Study on the effect of violent social media content on youth criminal behavior
Professor Evelien Hoeben is investigating how violent social media content influences youth criminal behavior, a topic brought to light by a fatal shooting in Amsterdam's Piet Wiedijkpark. Her researc...
Nïama and Najib Amhali open new beauty salon, under the watchful eye of The Real Housewives
Nïama and Najib Amhali have officially opened their new luxury beauty salon, Le Boudoir, in Amsterdam-Zuid. The launch event was filmed for the reality show The Real Housewives of Amsterdam and celeb...
What we know about deadly Amsterdam shooting: ‘Suspect was in prison where victim worked’
Marcel Blijd, a prison official at the Zaanstad Judicial Complex, was fatally shot while at a terrace on Amsterdam's NDSM wharf. Police have arrested a suspect who reportedly served time in the prison...
Alderman sees problems with trash bins due to can collectors, but wants to keep deposit scheme
Amsterdam Alderman Lian Heinhuis acknowledges that the current deposit scheme for cans is causing litter and bin damage, but she opposes ending the program prematurely. To address the issue, the city ...
Ajax reports modest profit of two million euros for last season
Ajax has announced a net profit of two million euros for the past season, reversing a previous multi-million euro loss. The financial recovery was largely driven by significant player transfer income,...
Man shot dead on terrace right next to stroller; this is what we know now
A man was shot and killed on a crowded terrace at the NDSM wharf in Amsterdam this afternoon following an altercation with another man. The suspect was arrested at the scene after police discovered a ...
KNVB Cup first round draw: Telstar hosts Almere, Volendam travels to Eindhoven
The KNVB Cup first round draw features various pairings, including Telstar hosting Almere City and JOS Watergraafsmeer taking on NAC Breda. Professional clubs competing in Europe are exempt from this ...
Ajax warns supporters about Hajduk Split: Think carefully before making this trip
Ajax has warned its supporters about potential safety risks when traveling to Croatia for their Conference League match against Hajduk Split. The club strongly advises fans to avoid wearing team appar...
Heavy police presence at NDSM following report of shooting
A shooting occurred this afternoon at the NDSM wharf in Amsterdam, prompting a large-scale police response. Emergency services, including a trauma helicopter, were dispatched to the scene, and authori...
Shooting at busy terrace in Amsterdam: Zaanstad prison employee shot
An employee of the Zaanstad prison was shot and killed on Friday afternoon at a busy restaurant terrace on the NDSM-kade in Amsterdam. Police quickly apprehended a suspect following the incident, whic...
Politics on the Amstel: Do we miss the PvdA already and VVD's Brekelmans is going to save Amsterdam
The Politiek aan de Amstel podcast discusses Mayor Halsema’s trip to New York and addresses complaints from residents regarding the administration of Amsterdam-Noord. The episode also features VVD p...
Suspicious package at Public Prosecution Service building in Amsterdam, bomb squad on site
A suspicious package was discovered today at the Public Prosecution Service building in Amsterdam, prompting an immediate investigation by the Dutch bomb disposal unit. While the building remains larg...
It is a bright Friday; will the sunny weather continue?
Amsterdam is currently experiencing a warm and sunny Friday with temperatures peaking at 21 degrees. While the weekend will feature more cloud cover, warmer weather is expected to return early next we...
Platform for emerging Rietveld artists: "After graduation you fall into a black hole"
Graduates from Amsterdam's Rietveld Academie are receiving a new platform to showcase their work at an advertising agency in the Houthavens to prevent their art from being forgotten after school. The ...
Amsterdamse Hap: enjoy a rotating daily special for 15 euros at Café Kosmos
Café Kosmos in Amsterdam’s Staatsliedenbuurt offers a rotating daily special for 15 euros, aiming to make dining out accessible to everyone in the community. The cafe, which has operated for three ...
Suspect in shooting of Syrian teenagers still remaining silent
The suspect accused of killing two Syrian teenagers in Amsterdam on New Year's Day continues to exercise his right to remain silent, complicating the ongoing investigation. The court has ordered the 2...
Signs of arson at Amsteldijk villa, property was nearing completion
Police are investigating potential arson after a major fire severely damaged a villa on the Amsteldijk Noord in Amstelveen. The property was scheduled for completion and handover to new owners in the ...
For 12.5 years, you have found a history lesson and a face in city streets: "We are everywhere"
Paul Fennis has spent over 12.5 years installing more than 600 educational panels across Amsterdam that feature portraits and biographies of the historical figures for whom local streets are named. Th...
Remarkable: Marechaussee joins riot police around Netherlands-Germany match
Members of the Royal Marechaussee are supporting police forces around the Johan Cruijff Arena in Amsterdam during the match between the Netherlands and Germany. This deployment is primarily intended a...