Amsterdam News in English
Latest amsterdam headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
Council debates procurement policy: "Just be honest and say this is an Israel boycott"
The Amsterdam City Council is debating a new procurement policy that aims to prevent municipal funds from going to companies involved in human rights violations, specifically targeting ties with Israe...
Documentary The Chinese Takeaway: Home Delivered wins Silver Nipkow Disk
Filmmaker Qian van Binsbergen's documentary "De Afhaalchinees: Thuisbezorgd" has won the prestigious Zilveren Nipkowschijf award. The winner was announced on Thursday during a ceremony held at Het Ket...
Police issue 30 fines for filming burning A10 noise barrier
Police issued 440-euro fines to 30 drivers caught filming a noise barrier fire on the A10 West highway on June 4th. Emergency services supported the enforcement, noting that distracted drivers filming...
Emre broadcasts Turkey's World Cup matches: Starts at 6, but you must be in by 3
Amsterdam hospitality venues are preparing to broadcast World Cup matches, with over 340 locations granted special permission to remain open for late-night games. Under municipal regulations, fans mus...
Part of Borneokade jetty finally removed
Work has begun to remove a section of the controversial swimming pier on the Borneokade in Amsterdam following a legal settlement between the municipality and local houseboat residents. The decision f...
Alderman on massive cost increase for bridge over the IJ: "I also had to swallow hard"
Amsterdam's Alderman for Mobility, Elise Moeskops, expressed shock over reports that the projected cost of the new bridge over the IJ has nearly tripled, potentially reaching 850 million euros. Origin...
Alderman on massive cost increase for IJ bridge: I also had to swallow hard
Amsterdam Alderman Elise Moeskops expressed shock as the estimated cost for the new bridge over the IJ has risen from approximately –340 million to between –650 million and –850 million. During ...
“Even after his death, they stripped him of his dignity”: family of murdered Sherwin (41) has letter read at trial of two of nine suspects
The family of Sherwin Peterhof, who was murdered and buried in Meer last year, shared an emotional statement during an Amsterdam court hearing for two suspects accused of disposing of his body. The su...
Business owners ask minister for more police: "Daily crime or nuisance"
Dozens of Amsterdam business associations have sent a formal letter to the Minister of Justice and Security requesting more police presence to combat daily crime and public nuisance. The organizations...
Goalkeeper Van Eijk leaves Ajax for Bayern Munich
Regina van Eijk, a 24-year-old goalkeeper, is transferring from Ajax to Bayern Munich after the two clubs reached an agreement. Although she was under contract with the Amsterdam-based club until 2027...
New aldermen sworn in: "You will see more women and otters in public spaces"
Nine aldermen for Amsterdam's new coalition were officially installed following questioning by the city council. The new leadership includes five first-time aldermen, such as Elise Moeskops, who empha...
New aldermen installed: "You will see more women and otters in public spaces"
Nine aldermen of Amsterdam's new coalition were officially installed, consisting of four returning members and five new faces. While the city council provided broad support for the group, some members...
Goooooal! June 13 grand final Cruyff Street League on Dam Square
The grand finale of the Cruyff Street League street football tournament will take place on Saturday, June 13th, at Dam Square. Top local teams will compete for the title, and the public is invited to ...
A10 inner ring partially closed this weekend: possible hour of extra travel time
Portions of Amsterdam's A10 South motorway will be closed from Friday night until Monday morning due to construction work for the Zuidasdok project. Motorists are warned to expect travel delays of up ...
Amsterdam's art collection almost didn't exist due to inheritance tax
Carel Joseph Fodor and Adriaan van der Hoop played a foundational role in establishing the city of Amsterdam's municipal art collection. The article explores the historical origins of these acquisitio...
Alderman refuses to use ferrets against rats: "Less animal-friendly"
Amsterdam Alderman Alexander Scholtes has rejected a proposal to use ferrets for rat control, citing animal welfare concerns and high implementation costs. The city will continue to prioritize prevent...
Alderman refuses to use ferrets against rats: "Less animal-friendly"
Amsterdam Alderman Alexander Scholtes has rejected a proposal to use ferrets for rat control, arguing that current trapping methods are more animal-friendly and cost-effective. The city plans to prior...
Killed in the Netherlands, dumped in Belgium: why did the killers drive 119 kilometers with Sherwin's (41) body in the trunk?
Sherwin Peterhof, a 41-year-old Surinamese man, was killed in an Amsterdam apartment and his body was later discovered buried in Meer, Belgium. Eight suspects are currently in custody, with two appear...
Majority of Amsterdam council votes for PRO and D66 coalition agreement
The Amsterdam city council has approved a new coalition agreement between PRO Amsterdam and D66. The agreement passed with a majority of 25 out of 45 seats, supported by the coalition parties while th...
Obstacle course, scavenger hunt and fruit attract dozens of children to Outdoor Play Day at De Ark in Heemskerk: 'When you say the word bouncy castle, they go crazy'
Dozens of children gathered at De Ark in Heemskerk for National Outdoor Play Day on Wednesday afternoon. Organized by Team Sportservice and students from the Hogeschool van Amsterdam, the event featur...
Person injured in North accident, driver arrested for driving under the influence
A collision between two cars on the Verlengde Stellingweg in Amsterdam Noord resulted in one person being hospitalized this afternoon. The driver of the other vehicle was arrested on suspicion of driv...
Critical questions during debate on Amsterdam coalition agreement
The Amsterdam City Council is debating a new coalition agreement formed between the PRO Amsterdam and D66 parties. Negotiator Zita Pels characterized the deal as a 'nice left-wing' agreement and prais...
More month than money: 9 free activities in Amsterdam
The article highlights nine free activities in Amsterdam to help people save money while living in or visiting the most expensive city in the Netherlands. These zero-cost options provide residents and...
Introducing Amsterdam's new city executive
On Wednesday, June 10, the Amsterdam City Council officially appointed and swore in nine new aldermen. This formation establishes the city's new board of Mayor and Aldermen.
Most trains running again after lightning strike
Train services in the Netherlands have largely resumed after a lightning strike near Utrecht Centraal caused major disruptions on Wednesday morning. The incident halted travel for several hours on rou...
Boil water advisory for Schoorlstraat and Werengouw in North due to fecal bacteria
A boil water advisory has been issued for specific addresses on Schoorlstraat and Werengouw in Amsterdam Noord after enterococci bacteria were detected in the drinking water. Waternet is currently inv...
Police fire bean bag rounds to arrest disturbed man on restaurant roof near Central Station
Police in Amsterdam used beanbag rounds to apprehend a confused man who had climbed onto a restaurant roof at Stationsplein near Central Station early Thursday morning. An arrest team safely removed t...
Live blog: City council debates coalition agreement
The Amsterdam city council is debating a new coalition agreement that includes cutting 2,500 civil servant positions and significantly increasing tourist taxes. Other key measures involve canceling th...
Community service for Geert Dales for insult, slander and doxing
Former politician Geert Dales was sentenced by an Amsterdam court to 80 hours of community service, with 40 hours suspended, for insulting a taxi driver, defamation, and doxing. The ruling follows an ...
Bust of drug gang with Amsterdam connection leads to discovery of raped woman in Austria
Austrian police dismantled a Hungarian drug gang that was importing large quantities of ecstasy and speed from Amsterdam. During the investigation, authorities discovered that the gang was also involv...