Amsterdam News in English
Latest amsterdam headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
Lecture on the mysteries of Verspronck’s ‘Girl in Blue’
Professor Frans Grijzenhout will deliver a lecture at the Frans Hals Museum on May 17 regarding the identity of the subject in Johannes Verspronck's famous painting, 'Girl in Blue.' The presentation a...
Lessons for the new board: "Don't let people get stuck in bureaucracy"
As Amsterdam prepares for a new city administration, residents and advocacy groups are urging the government to prioritize the human element over rigid bureaucracy. Critics point to the difficulties c...
Study: Surgery for children with appendicitis not always necessary
A study by Amsterdam UMC involving 300 children across 15 Dutch hospitals found that antibiotics can effectively treat simple appendicitis, potentially making surgery unnecessary. The research suggest...
UvA and VU resume use of Canvas after deal with hackers
The University of Amsterdam (UvA) and Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam (VU) are restoring access to the Canvas learning platform after its parent company reached a deal with the hacking group Shinyhunters...
The love lessons of Zaandijkstraat
The AT5 series 'De Straten van Amsterdam' visits Zaandijkstraat to interview residents about their personal experiences with love and relationships. The episode features stories ranging from long-dist...
City prepares for Harry Styles concert series: Camping banned
British pop star Harry Styles is set to perform a record-breaking ten-concert series at the Johan Cruijff Arena in Amsterdam, attracting nearly half a million fans. Authorities have banned fans from c...
Ryanair flight makes emergency landing at Schiphol after pilot falls ill
A Ryanair flight made an emergency landing at Schiphol Airport on Monday evening after a pilot became unwell. The airline confirmed the medical emergency on Tuesday, stating that it necessitated the u...
NS: Take alternative transport to three Harry Styles concerts
The Dutch railway company NS is advising fans attending Harry Styles' concerts on May 20, 22, and 23 to seek alternative transportation to the Johan Cruijff ArenA. Due to scheduled maintenance work, f...
Amsterdam makes progress in tackling housing crisis, but major challenges remain
Amsterdam is making progress in addressing its housing crisis by increasing the number of social housing units and reducing waiting times for applicants. Additionally, new measures have been implement...
Two arrested for drug smuggling via Schiphol, 3 kilos of cocaine found
The Marechaussee arrested a 66-year-old woman and a 49-year-old man on Sunday for smuggling three kilograms of cocaine via Schiphol Airport. The drugs were found in the woman's luggage on a flight fro...
Tiny house next to Paradiso 'for sale': 'What is public art worth to us?'
Artist Leonard van Munster has put his iconic blue "mini-house" installation next to Amsterdam's Paradiso up for sale to highlight the lack of funding for public art maintenance. The protest piece wil...
The municipal bathhouse was an instrument of civilization (though things sometimes got quite uncivilized)
A century and a half ago, municipal bathhouses served as vital hygiene facilities for working-class residents who lacked private showers and running water. These institutions were considered tools for...
Drink producer Stëlz adjusts advertisement after criticism of new poster
The Amsterdam-based beverage producer Stélz has announced it will modify its latest advertising poster following public criticism. The company confirmed the decision after initial reporting by RTL Ni...
New reality show in the making about Amsterdam squares: ‘Love blossoms and relationships end’
A new reality television program is currently in development that will document daily life and social interactions on the squares of Amsterdam. Created by Vincent ter Voert, the show will follow vario...
Anniversary funky party machine Friday at Patronaat; Amsterdam Klezmer Band returns with ‘new color palette’
The Amsterdam Klezmer Band is celebrating its 30th anniversary with a performance at the Patronaat in Haarlem this Friday. Bassist Jasper de Beer credits the band's long-term success to their diverse ...
Things to do on Ascension Day in Amsterdam: from Rolling Kitchens to yoga by the IJ
Amsterdam offers a variety of activities for the Ascension Day holiday, including the Rollende Keukens food truck festival and yoga sessions along the IJ river. The city provides numerous entertainmen...
Koen Radstake new municipal secretary of Haarlem
Koen Radstake has been appointed as the new municipal secretary and general director of Haarlem, effective June 1st. He succeeds Catrien Lenstra, who moved to the municipality of Amsterdam, and will a...
Fewer trains from Amsterdam to Hilversum and Almere due to track defect
Fewer sprinter trains are running from Amsterdam Centraal towards Hilversum and Almere on Tuesday due to a track defect between Amsterdam Centraal and Amsterdam Muiderpoort. The disruption began early...
Dead man found in Lijnbaansstraat home, suspected foul play
Police have launched a major investigation after a man was found dead in a residence on Lijnbaansstraat in Amsterdam's Jordaan district. Authorities suspect a crime and have cordoned off the area near...
Tiësto wins lawsuit against US law firm, awarded 17 million euros
DJ Tiësto has won a lawsuit against a United States law firm after the Amsterdam Court of Appeal ruled in his favor regarding incorrect tax advice. The court ordered the firm to pay the DJ 17 million...
Duo on rental scooter takes selfie at A10 Sloten on-ramp
A duo on a rental scooter was spotted taking a selfie at the A10 highway entrance near the Sloten exit in Amsterdam. It remains unclear whether the pair entered the ring road or turned back towards th...
125 years of GGD: a special look behind the scenes
To celebrate its 125th anniversary, the GGD is organizing various behind-the-scenes tours to showcase different aspects of its public health work. These excursions include visits to addiction care fac...
Prosecutors believe abuse suspect Joannes B. has more victims
The Dutch Public Prosecution Service expects that suspect Joannes B. may have more victims than the six currently identified, including an attempted rape at an Amsterdam daycare. B. will undergo evalu...
Sex crime suspect Jan B. sent to Pieter Baan Center
Jan B., a suspect in a sexual abuse case involving at least four children, will be admitted to the Pieter Baan Centrum for psychiatric evaluation. The decision was announced on Tuesday during a court ...
Ticket holders of cancelled Music On festival can get a refund
Organizers of the Music On festival, which was canceled last weekend, have announced that ticket holders are eligible for a full refund. Alternatively, attendees can choose to save their tickets for u...
Just when Ajax needs unity, coach Oscar Garcia sows doubt with clumsy remarks
Ajax coach Oscar Garcia has sparked controversy by stating "This was not my group" after a defeat to FC Utrecht weakened the team's chances for Champions League qualification. The statement is being c...
Foreign fans flock to Amsterdam for Harry Styles, Booking searches quadruple
British pop star Harry Styles is attracting thousands of international fans to Amsterdam for his ten-concert series at the Johan Cruijff ArenA, which marks his only tour stop on the European mainland....
Amsterdam's Couperus neighborhood to be overhauled despite love for the old: "Terrible"
The Louis Couperus neighborhood in Amsterdam Nieuw-West will undergo a major ten-year renovation and demolition project starting in 18 months. Housing association Stadgenoot plans to increase the area...
Plane to England lands at Schiphol after emergency
A Ryanair flight traveling from Warsaw to Leeds made an emergency landing at Schiphol Airport around 8:50 PM. The unscheduled stop was necessitated by a medical emergency occurring on board the aircra...
Level 1 alert at Schiphol due to Ryanair plane emergency
A GRIP 1 emergency status was declared at Amsterdam Airport Schiphol on Monday evening following an onboard problem on a Ryanair flight. Multiple emergency services, including ambulances, fire crews, ...