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.
Cyclist injured in collision with car in Sloterdijk
A cyclist was injured following a collision with a car on Daveren street in the Sloterdijk area of Amsterdam on Tuesday morning. Emergency services transported the victim to the hospital, and police h...
Man arrested for abusing his own dog
Police in Amsterdam arrested a man after witnessing him physically abusing his dog. The animal was seized and taken to a shelter due to concerns regarding both the abuse and the poor living conditions...
News overview: Solange's favorites, Keti Koti and info on World Pride
This news overview highlights the latest events and cultural happenings taking place in Amsterdam. Key topics covered include Solange's favorites, Keti Koti celebrations, and information regarding Wor...
Three injured in collision amid celebrating Morocco fans
Three men were hospitalized following a collision between a stolen motorscooter and a fatbike on the Slotermeerlaan in Amsterdam during celebrations for Morocco's World Cup victory. The 18-year-old sc...
Coornhert headmaster becomes rector in Amsterdam, all key figures in trust crisis have now left
Anja Schoots, the former conrector of the Coornhert Lyceum in Haarlem, has been appointed as the new rector of the Damstede Lyceum in Amsterdam. Her departure marks the final exit of all key figures i...
Morocco fans celebrate victory in multiple cities
Fans of the Moroccan national football team took to the streets in various cities across the Netherlands to celebrate their victory over Canada. Large crowds gathered in multiple locations, including ...
It always stays dry at Willem's indoor campsite
Owner Willem Megens has created a unique indoor camping experience in Amsterdam-Zuidoost, featuring custom-built caravans and cabins that allow guests to enjoy a camping atmosphere regardless of the w...
Gea (78) from the Spaarndammerbuurt: ‘Growing old? I don’t know that’
Gea, a 78-year-old resident of the Spaarndammerbuurt in Amsterdam, is well-known in her neighborhood for her vibrant personality and colorful fashion sense. Despite her age, she remains highly active ...
Fatal boat fire in Amsterdam's De Baarsjes neighborhood
One person died following a boat fire on the Geuzenkade in the De Baarsjes neighborhood of Amsterdam early this morning. Emergency services arrived on the scene around 5:00 AM, but the victim could no...
Delflandplein neighborhood now officially a nuisance area: People still clearly involved in drugs
The Delflandpleinbuurt in Amsterdam has been officially designated as a nuisance area by the municipality due to ongoing issues with drug trafficking, public drug use, and intimidation. This classific...
The future of Dutch sing-alongs is clear at De Amsterdamse Zomer
Dutch-language party music and sing-alongs are experiencing a surge in popularity in the Netherlands. The Amsterdamse Zomer event at the Olympic Stadium is currently showcasing this trend with a three...
City executive board stands by Kolenkit relocation plans: "Unfortunately sometimes leads to disappointment"
Amsterdam's executive board remains committed to the relocation project in the Kolenkitbuurt, despite acknowledging that matching residents with suitable new housing sometimes causes disappointment. O...
Halsema on Osdorp explosion: "No reports received that could have prevented this"
Amsterdam Mayor Femke Halsema stated that the city received no specific warnings regarding explosive activity prior to a major blast in the Osdorp neighborhood that injured seven people. While residen...
Churchill Pride began after flags were destroyed and continues to grow: De Wolkenkrabber now also participates
The Churchill Pride initiative in Amsterdam's Rivierenbuurt has expanded significantly since its inception in 2016, gaining momentum following the destruction of several rainbow flags in 2023. Residen...
4-year prison sentence for man who tied up victims during Southeast home invasion
A 42-year-old man has been sentenced to four years in prison for his role in a violent home invasion in Amsterdam Zuidoost that occurred in early 2026. During the robbery, the suspect and two accompli...
Amsterdam made over 1,800 homes habitable again last year
In 2025, the city of Amsterdam successfully returned over 1,800 vacant or fraudulently occupied homes to the housing market. These efforts are part of the municipality's ongoing strategy to combat hou...
Jan-Bert Vroege leaves Amsterdam politics for alderman role in Almere: "Time for something else"
After sixteen years in Amsterdam politics, Jan-Bert Vroege has been installed as a new alderman in Almere. He will oversee a diverse portfolio focused on the city's future, including economy, innovati...
Inland shipping stalled by neglected bridges: 'Days of delays or hundreds of kilometers in detours'
The inland shipping sector in the Netherlands is facing significant delays and logistical disruptions due to poorly maintained and broken bridges. Critical routes, including the standing mast route in...
17 players leave relegated Hera, Juryan Zandvliet named new coach
Following relegation from the Eredivisie in its debut season, women's football club Hera United has appointed Juryan Zandvliet as their new head coach. The club also announced the departure of sevente...
Politics on the Amstel: PRO gaslights the city council and the 'little train' is back in council
The podcast Politiek aan de Amstel discusses recent political tensions in the Amsterdam city council, including controversy surrounding the party PRO and the performance of mayor Femke Halsema. Journa...
Solange's favorites: This is by far my favorite café in Amsterdam
Solange Former, an editor at indebuurt Amsterdam, shares her personal favorite local spots in the city. In this article, she reveals her top cafe recommendation among her preferred locations in Amster...
Juvenile detention for 17-year-old who supplied bag of cobras for attempted bombing of De Pizzabakkers
A 17-year-old boy has been sentenced to 200 days of youth detention, mostly suspended, for his involvement in an attempted explosion at a De Pizzabakkers restaurant in Amsterdam. The teenager provided...
Ajax lets unlucky Branco van den Boomen (30) leave for free
Ajax midfielder Branco van den Boomen is leaving the club on a free transfer to join the French side Angers. The 30-year-old player will continue his career in France after his departure from the Amst...
Marc-André ter Stegen to Ajax after eleven years at FC Barcelona, loan deal almost complete
Marc-André ter Stegen is set to join Ajax on a loan deal from FC Barcelona. The 34-year-old German goalkeeper is moving to the Amsterdam-based club following eleven years in Spain.
Residents robbed in their home on Oostenburg, police investigating
A home invasion occurred at a residence on Willem Parelstraat in Amsterdam early this morning while the occupants were present. The suspect fled the scene before police arrived, and authorities are cu...
Stringband Leadbeaters releases debut album and sees smiling faces everywhere: 'Stay independent and true to yourself'
The five-piece string band Leadbeaters recently performed at a neighborhood event in Amsterdam-Watergraafsmeer. The group is currently focused on the release of their debut album while maintaining the...
A4 near Leimuiden remains closed due to malfunction, long traffic jams expected Friday morning on A4 between The Hague and Amsterdam
The A44 motorway between Sassenheim and Leimuiden remains closed on Friday morning due to a traffic signal malfunction. This closure has caused significant traffic congestion on the A4 between The Hag...
Outgoing director Ted Brandsen honored with Silver Medal at Dutch National Ballet gala
After 23 years of service, Ted Brandsen has stepped down as director of the Dutch National Ballet. He was honored with an Amsterdam Silver Medal by Mayor Femke Halsema during a gala event for his sign...
Public Prosecution Service halts investigation into falling block that broke Sabine's neck: "Slap in the face"
The Public Prosecution Service has halted the investigation into an incident where a woman broke her neck after being struck by a falling piece of foam furniture in Amsterdam. Despite police and detec...
A1 towards Amsterdam closed for most of the summer, at least half an hour of extra travel time
Rijkswaterstaat will perform major maintenance on the A1 highway towards Amsterdam between the Eemnes and Muiderberg interchanges from July 3 to August 17. Motorists should anticipate travel delays of...