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.
Ajax loans defender Alders to Telstar again
Ajax has agreed to loan 21-year-old defender Gerald Alders to Telstar for the upcoming season. Alders previously spent six months on loan at the club, which finished fourteenth in the league standings...
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A Code Red weather warning has been issued for the Amsterdam region, leading the local safety council to convene. Authorities are coordinating their response to the severe weather conditions affecting...
Collision involving learner car at Javaplein, traffic diverted
Two cars, including a driving school vehicle, collided at the Javaplein intersection in Amsterdam East around 7:30 PM, resulting in minor injuries for three people. The accident caused temporary traff...
Spanish media: Goalkeeper Ter Stegen on his way to Ajax on loan
German goalkeeper Marc-André ter Stegen is reportedly close to joining Ajax on a one-season loan from FC Barcelona. According to the Spanish sports newspaper AS, the deal is nearing completion for th...
Koster has new strategic role in women's football at Ajax
Daphne Koster has been appointed as the new head of strategy for women's football at Ajax. The Amsterdam-based club announced the transition on Thursday, noting that she officially started her new rol...
First code red for heat in part of the country on Friday
For the first time, a code red weather warning for extreme heat has been issued for a large part of the Netherlands this Friday. The alert applies to most regions except for the northern provinces and...
Emergency services dispatched to nursing home due to heat, residents moved to cooler rooms
Emergency services responded to a nursing home in Amsterdam-Noord after indoor temperatures became dangerously high for residents during extreme heat. Firefighters assisted in moving residents to cool...
Flamboyant shirt sparks reactions: ‘Woke trash, go back to your own country’. Danielle Kliwon doesn’t think they are referring to Guus Til
The Dutch national football team's new warm-up shirt, designed by Amsterdam-based streetwear brand Patta, has sparked diverse reactions for its flamboyant design representing cultural diversity. Featu...
New swimming beach in Zuidoost also accessible for wheelchair users
A new swimming beach has opened on the north shore of the Gaasperplas in Amsterdam Zuidoost. The facility is specifically designed to be accessible for individuals with physical disabilities, includin...
Watch movies under the stars at these outdoor cinemas in Amsterdam
Several outdoor cinemas are opening across Amsterdam this summer, allowing people to enjoy films in the open air. These events offer a seasonal cinematic experience complete with snacks and nighttime ...
One month until WorldPride Amsterdam: what you shouldn't miss
Amsterdam will host WorldPride for the first time this summer, featuring two weeks of international LGBTQ+ celebrations. The extensive event program includes a massive boat parade, outdoor cinema, con...
Future opera in Amsterdam church reveals residents' dreams
The opera 'Sibilles van de Staatsliedenbuurt' is being performed at the Nassaukerk in Amsterdam to celebrate the church's 100th anniversary. Director Miranda Lakerveld created the piece by incorporati...
Significant damage in collision between two buses at Schiphol
Two buses collided on Thursday morning on the Koetsierstraat at Schiphol Airport, resulting in significant damage to both vehicles. It is currently unknown whether anyone was injured in the incident.
The unlikely story of Deveron Fonville: 'He was a food delivery driver and would show up to training with pasta legs'
Deveron Fonville, a 23-year-old defender for NEC and Cura''ao, has transitioned from working as a meal delivery driver to playing in the World Cup. After competing against Germany on the international...
Ajax to face Greek, German and English opponents, pre-season concludes against Volendam
Ajax has announced its pre-season friendly schedule, which includes matches against Greek clubs Panathinaikos and Olympiakos as well as Cyprus's AEK Larnaca. The team will also face second-tier oppone...
Philips in court as investors demand investigation into apnea scandal: top executives present
Philips appeared before the Enterprise Chamber in Amsterdam on Thursday as shareholders and claim organizations demanded a formal investigation into the sleep apnea machine recall scandal. The legal a...
Man shot near Entrepotbrug in East
A man was shot and wounded near the Entrepotbrug in Amsterdam's Eastern Docklands early Monday morning. He was transported to the hospital while conscious, and police are currently searching for a sus...
Morocco not surprised by Haiti: "Dima Maghreb, understand?"
Moroccan football fans gathered at Theater De Meervaart in Amsterdam-Osdorp to watch their national team's 4-2 victory over Haiti. Despite an early deficit, the enthusiastic crowd remained confident i...
Dutch Sartianna (28) dies at festival in Portugal, nearly 40,000 euros raised
A 28-year-old woman from Amsterdam, Sartianna Kasno, passed away on Monday while attending a festival in Portugal. Friends have raised nearly 40,000 euros through a crowdfunding campaign to repatriate...
Have your say on plans for Baaibuurt West
The city of Amsterdam is planning to develop Baaibuurt West on Zeeburgereiland, a new neighborhood that will feature up to 1,750 homes and various amenities. Members of the public are invited to revie...
Fire in clothing storage on Visseringweg in Diemen
A large fire broke out early this morning at a clothing storage facility on Visseringweg in Diemen. Emergency services responded with multiple fire trucks and aerial platforms, bringing the blaze unde...
"I got involved quite suddenly": Two defendants face prison for hiding Sherwin's (41) body in Meer
Two men face potential prison sentences in an Amsterdam court for concealing the body of Sherwin Peterhof, who was found murdered and buried in Meer last year. The suspects allegedly transported the d...
Most Amsterdam children out of school for religious reasons must return to school
Most children in Amsterdam currently exempted from school for religious or ideological reasons will be required to return starting next academic year. The decision follows a Supreme Court ruling that ...
Battling the heat: how the doorman, the fishmonger, and the paver get through the day
Workers across Amsterdam, including doormen at the Beurs van Berlage and fishmongers at the Dappermarkt, are adapting their routines to cope with high outdoor temperatures. While some use extra ice to...
Weekend tips: what to do in Amsterdam (June 26 - 28)
Amsterdam is expected to experience a heatwave from June 26 to 28, with tropical temperatures forecast for the weekend. The article provides a guide to local activities and events for those planning t...
Float, dock, and toast! These are the spots in Amsterdam
Amsterdam offers several locations where boaters can moor their vessels to cool off and enjoy drinks on the water. The article highlights four specific spots in the city that provide easy docking acce...
When will the Drinking Water Museum in Heemstede finally reopen? Unique collection with 1853 water pipes, sophisticated equipment and a sturgeon from Kazakhstan
The Drinking Water Museum in Heemstede has been closed for three years, with no clear date set for its reopening. The museum houses a unique historical collection, including water pipes from 1853 and ...
Sprinkler system failure in new University Library, building evacuated due to flooding
The new University of Amsterdam library was evacuated and closed on Thursday afternoon after a defective sprinkler system caused significant flooding. Students were forced to leave the building, which...
Haarlemmermeer considered for small nuclear plant: alternative to Zeeland or Groningen sites ready
The Dutch cabinet is currently focusing on large nuclear power plants in Zeeland or Groningen, but grid operator TenneT has proposed an alternative plan for six smaller reactors. One of the potential ...
Early morning workouts on Veemkade: "If you go at the end of the day, you'll end up on a terrace instead"
Athletes in Amsterdam are increasingly moving their workouts to the early morning at the Veemkade to avoid high daytime temperatures. Participants and instructors report that exercising before 7:00 AM...