Amsterdam News in English
Latest amsterdam headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
Major traffic jam on A4 near Hoofddorp-Zuid towards Amsterdam due to accident
A car accident on the A4 near Rijsenhout caused significant traffic delays and required two people to be hospitalized on Tuesday morning. Although the road was reopened shortly before 9:00 a.m., conge...
Gerbrandypark completely cordoned off for police search
Police have cordoned off the Gerbrandypark in Amsterdam's Slotermeer neighborhood as part of an ongoing investigation. Authorities have not provided specific details about the nature of the search but...
Croatian media: eighteen Ajax supporters arrested in Split
Eighteen Ajax supporters were preventively arrested in Split, Croatia, after police reportedly found knives and stone blocks in their possession. The arrests occurred ahead of an upcoming match agains...
Regional transport workers go on strike: 'I want to stand up for my future'
Regional bus drivers in the Netherlands have launched a series of strikes to protest proposed changes to their work schedules and longer, ten-hour shifts. The workers argue these new conditions negati...
Lin (31) fell in love with her former neighbor Sybren (29): ‘Wow, you’ve aged well!’
Lin Woldendorp and Sybren Bekkenutte are featured in the De ontmoeting series, sharing the story of how their relationship began. The couple reconnected after having previously known each other as nei...
Neighbors disagree over Pride Path on Churchilllaan: ‘Too much of a good thing’
A proposed rainbow-themed installation on Amsterdam's Churchilllaan has been challenged by local residents who object to the project. Despite having already secured city permits and funding, the Pride...
5 meeting places for neurodivergent Amsterdammers
Amsterdam now offers several dedicated meeting spaces and community events designed specifically for neurodivergent individuals to connect in low-stimulus environments. These initiatives, ranging from...
2.5 million euros for meeting, connection and neighborhood initiatives
Amsterdam is investing 2.5 million euros to build four new neighborhood rooms and a community center to foster connection among residents. The initiative aims to strengthen local communities by provid...
One injured after explosion at apartment building on Jan Cupidohof in Slotermeer: 'The bang was enormous'
An explosion at an apartment building on Jan Cupidohof in Amsterdam's Slotermeer neighborhood injured one person and caused significant structural damage on Tuesday night. Authorities are investigatin...
Fierce house fire in Indische Buurt, two people checked by ambulance staff
A major fire erupted in a fourth-floor apartment on Halmaheirastraat in Amsterdam-Oost on Tuesday evening. Firefighters successfully extinguished the blaze within forty-five minutes, while two people ...
Fire in Amsterdam home, two people treated in ambulance
A fire occurred this evening in a fourth-floor apartment on Halmaheirastraat in Amsterdam-Oost. Two people received medical treatment from ambulance personnel, and fire crews were able to bring the bl...
Veilig Thuis Amsterdam sounds the alarm: 'We sometimes cannot investigate neglect or structural violence in time'
Veilig Thuis Amsterdam has issued an urgent warning that severe staffing shortages and a rise in abuse reports are hindering its ability to investigate cases of neglect and violence promptly. The orga...
Minister Van Weel seeks talks with Halsema on tougher approach to demonstrations: 'This was intimidating for many Jewish Amsterdammers'
Justice Minister David van Weel intends to meet with Amsterdam Mayor Femke Halsema to discuss implementing stricter measures against demonstrators who use intimidating slogans or face-covering clothin...
No parking for three hours in the Museumplein underground garage: here is art
This Friday, level -2 of the Museumplein parking garage in Amsterdam will host Signal'26, a three-hour art exhibition featuring work from twenty recent Dutch design and art academy graduates. The even...
21,000 trees for the construction of 344 homes on Strandeiland, IJburg: ‘The fire department will be visiting more often’
Development on Strandeiland will soon begin on 344 new homes featuring timber support structures in a pioneering construction project. The developers are focused on sustainability while addressing the...
Minister seeks talks with Halsema: I see an escalation in demonstrations
Justice Minister David van Weel plans to consult with Amsterdam Mayor Femke Halsema regarding the escalation of protests that feature support for Hamas. While authorities confirm the controversial slo...
Minister wants talks with Halsema: I see an escalation in demonstrations
Justice Minister Van Weel plans to consult with Amsterdam Mayor Femke Halsema following reports of escalating pro-Hamas rhetoric and intimidating behavior at recent demonstrations. Although local auth...
No new snack bars near schools? Amsterdam looks for legal ways to limit unhealthy food options
Amsterdam is attempting to legally restrict new unhealthy food outlets, especially near schools, by testing the boundaries of current environmental laws in court. The city hopes this pilot case will e...
Only one DJ plays every night at pool and vinyl bar Spin: ‘We ask them to play as if they are in their own living room’
Spin is a spacious pool and vinyl bar in Amsterdam that features a unique atmosphere where one DJ curates the music each night. Patrons can enjoy playing billiards while eating food like karaage and s...
Akram K. (23) recruited teenager for yet another attack on a house in Amsterdam-East, prosecutor seeks 4 years (8 months suspended)
Akram K. (23) faces a four-year prison sentence, with eight months suspended, for allegedly recruiting a 17-year-old to bomb a house in Amsterdam-Oost. The attack on July 3, 2025, was part of a larger...
Municipality to open its own healthy restaurant to combat excess of fast food outlets
The Amsterdam municipal government plans to open and then deny a permit for its own unhealthy restaurant to test legal limits regarding health-based zoning. By taking the matter to court, officials ai...
Mayor Halsema: explosions and nuisance in Nieuw-West are ‘top priority’, 30 youths identified
Amsterdam Mayor Femke Halsema has prioritized the investigation into twelve recent explosions in the Nieuw-West district. Authorities have identified thirty young individuals suspected of involvement ...
Concerns in Diemen over Amsterdam's cuts to homelessness services
The municipality of Diemen is urging Amsterdam to clarify its financial commitment to regional efforts against economic homelessness amid fears of budget cuts. Officials in Diemen worry that a reducti...
2026 Amsterdam Marathon edition
The Amsterdam Marathon is scheduled to take place on Sunday, October 18, with tens of thousands of runners expected to participate. The competition will be broadcast live on NH starting at 8:50 AM, wi...
Arson in changing room at Central Station and on train during Pride 2025 was planned, prosecution says
A suspect named A. has confessed to arson attacks on a train and at Amsterdam Centraal station during Pride 2025, incidents prosecutors argue were motivated by terrorism. While the defense claims the ...
Discover job opportunities at free career events at the Johan Cruijff ArenA
A free career event will take place on Tuesday, October 20, at the Johan Cruijff ArenA in Amsterdam. The session is open to anyone looking for a new job or seeking professional growth.
Food critic Monique van Loon has a dream job: “I can tell beforehand if a restaurant is right for me.”
Monique van Loon is an experienced food critic who evaluates restaurants by meticulously studying their menus and service standards before and during her visits. She currently shares her top dining re...
Car veers off road and flips over in Bos en Lommer
A driver sustained injuries after their vehicle veered off the road and overturned on the Admiraal de Ruijterweg in Amsterdam's Bos en Lommer neighborhood. Authorities suspect a medical emergency may ...
Ahold Delhaize loses 787 million euros in market value in one day due to IT crisis
Parent company Ahold Delhaize lost 787 million euros in market value in one day due to a major IT crisis impacting its retail chains. The technical disruption has caused logistics issues and empty she...
Arrest team raids home in Holendrecht
A specialized police arrest team raided a home in Amsterdam-Zuidoost yesterday evening as part of an ongoing investigation. Authorities have withheld details regarding the reason for the raid and have...