Amsterdam News in English
Latest amsterdam headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
Ajax reports modest profit of two million euros for last season
Ajax has announced a net profit of two million euros for the past season, reversing a previous multi-million euro loss. The financial recovery was largely driven by significant player transfer income,...
Man shot dead on terrace right next to stroller; this is what we know now
A man was shot and killed on a crowded terrace at the NDSM wharf in Amsterdam this afternoon following an altercation with another man. The suspect was arrested at the scene after police discovered a ...
KNVB Cup first round draw: Telstar hosts Almere, Volendam travels to Eindhoven
The KNVB Cup first round draw features various pairings, including Telstar hosting Almere City and JOS Watergraafsmeer taking on NAC Breda. Professional clubs competing in Europe are exempt from this ...
Ajax warns supporters about Hajduk Split: Think carefully before making this trip
Ajax has warned its supporters about potential safety risks when traveling to Croatia for their Conference League match against Hajduk Split. The club strongly advises fans to avoid wearing team appar...
Heavy police presence at NDSM following report of shooting
A shooting occurred this afternoon at the NDSM wharf in Amsterdam, prompting a large-scale police response. Emergency services, including a trauma helicopter, were dispatched to the scene, and authori...
Shooting at busy terrace in Amsterdam: Zaanstad prison employee shot
An employee of the Zaanstad prison was shot and killed on Friday afternoon at a busy restaurant terrace on the NDSM-kade in Amsterdam. Police quickly apprehended a suspect following the incident, whic...
Politics on the Amstel: Do we miss the PvdA already and VVD's Brekelmans is going to save Amsterdam
The Politiek aan de Amstel podcast discusses Mayor Halsema’s trip to New York and addresses complaints from residents regarding the administration of Amsterdam-Noord. The episode also features VVD p...
Suspicious package at Public Prosecution Service building in Amsterdam, bomb squad on site
A suspicious package was discovered today at the Public Prosecution Service building in Amsterdam, prompting an immediate investigation by the Dutch bomb disposal unit. While the building remains larg...
It is a bright Friday; will the sunny weather continue?
Amsterdam is currently experiencing a warm and sunny Friday with temperatures peaking at 21 degrees. While the weekend will feature more cloud cover, warmer weather is expected to return early next we...
Platform for emerging Rietveld artists: "After graduation you fall into a black hole"
Graduates from Amsterdam's Rietveld Academie are receiving a new platform to showcase their work at an advertising agency in the Houthavens to prevent their art from being forgotten after school. The ...
Amsterdamse Hap: enjoy a rotating daily special for 15 euros at Café Kosmos
Café Kosmos in Amsterdam’s Staatsliedenbuurt offers a rotating daily special for 15 euros, aiming to make dining out accessible to everyone in the community. The cafe, which has operated for three ...
Suspect in shooting of Syrian teenagers still remaining silent
The suspect accused of killing two Syrian teenagers in Amsterdam on New Year's Day continues to exercise his right to remain silent, complicating the ongoing investigation. The court has ordered the 2...
Signs of arson at Amsteldijk villa, property was nearing completion
Police are investigating potential arson after a major fire severely damaged a villa on the Amsteldijk Noord in Amstelveen. The property was scheduled for completion and handover to new owners in the ...
For 12.5 years, you have found a history lesson and a face in city streets: "We are everywhere"
Paul Fennis has spent over 12.5 years installing more than 600 educational panels across Amsterdam that feature portraits and biographies of the historical figures for whom local streets are named. Th...
Remarkable: Marechaussee joins riot police around Netherlands-Germany match
Members of the Royal Marechaussee are supporting police forces around the Johan Cruijff Arena in Amsterdam during the match between the Netherlands and Germany. This deployment is primarily intended a...
Little support for new metro numbers in Southeast: "When I say 53, I mean Gaasperplas"
Residents in Amsterdam-Zuidoost are opposing a plan to rename local metro lines from 50-54 to M1-M4 by 2028, citing the original numbers as essential neighborhood identifiers. While transport authorit...
LIVE Nations League | Xavi chooses Quinten Timber for midfield in debut as head coach, German debutant in Arena
Xavi Hernandez debuted as the head coach of the Netherlands with a hard-fought 1-1 draw against Germany in Amsterdam. After falling behind to a Felix Nmecha goal, Cody Gakpo equalized in stoppage time...
Gigantic bridge section hoisted from the water at the Schinkel
A 235-ton bridge section for the Schinkelbrug project was hoisted from the water near the Nieuwe Meersluis in Amsterdam today. The structure, which was built in Friesland and transported via canal, is...
Urgency on Kabouterbrug due to blockade: "Every Amsterdammer wants to keep cycling"
The Kabouterbrug in Amsterdam has been temporarily opened to emergency vehicles due to ongoing construction at the nearby Overtoomsesluis bridge. This change has caused significant congestion for the ...
Fewer vacation rental nights allowed in neighborhoods plagued by tourism nuisance
The Helmersbuurt has become the ninth district in Amsterdam to reduce the maximum annual nights allowed for vacation rentals from 30 to 15. This measure aims to curb nuisance caused by excessive touri...
More social housing and sustainability on track
The municipality is working to increase the supply of affordable, high-quality, and sustainable social housing. Current updates indicate that progress on these housing initiatives remains on track.
Floodlights fail during decisive JOS Watergraafsmeer penalty: "Suddenly it was dark"
A KNVB Cup match between JOS Watergraafsmeer and TEC Tiel was interrupted when the floodlights automatically turned off during a tense penalty shootout. After a ten-minute delay caused by a municipal ...
Pro tip: tickets for Museum Night Amsterdam are now on sale
Tickets for Museum Night Amsterdam 2026 are now on sale for 25 euros. Scheduled for November 7, the event offers exclusive after-hours access to various museums, featuring live performances, workshops...
Bicycle handlebars get tangled in bag: cyclist seriously injured
A cyclist was seriously injured in Amsterdam-Oost after a collision between two bicycles caused by a handlebar becoming caught in a bag. The victim was transported to the hospital as police investigat...
Police draw guns during arrest in Oostenburg: "Get out with your hands up"
Police arrested a man in Oostenburg, Amsterdam, early this morning following a reported altercation that began elsewhere and involved a firearm. The suspect was apprehended at gunpoint during a high-r...
Magical exhibition in Jewish Museum: saw your child in half and learn tricks from Hans Klok
The Jewish Museum in Amsterdam is launching an exhibition called Abracadabra, curated in collaboration with illusionist Hans Klok to celebrate the history of Jewish magicians. The display features art...
Magical exhibition in Jewish Museum: saw your child in half and learn tricks from Hans Klok
The Jewish Museum in Amsterdam is launching an exhibition titled Abracadabra, featuring artifacts from notable Jewish magicians like Okito and Harry Houdini. Curated in partnership with illusionist Ha...
From Oktoberfest to bock beer: these beer festivals are coming to Amsterdam
Amsterdam is celebrating the autumn season with a series of beer festivals and events, including traditional Oktoberfest celebrations and specialized bock beer tastings. Residents and visitors can enj...
Heritage of the Week | 40 years of Stopera
The Stopera, a combined city hall and music theater building in Amsterdam, is celebrating its 40th anniversary. Despite initial controversy surrounding its construction, the building has become an ico...
Hilary Duff returns to the Netherlands for a concert at the Ziggo Dome after twenty years
Hilary Duff will perform at the Ziggo Dome in the Netherlands as part of an expanded international tour, marking her return to the country after two decades. The singer will be supported by Rebecca Bl...