Amsterdam News in English
Latest amsterdam headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
Hoofddorp man arrested for money laundering: authorities seize ship in IJmuiden harbor
A 55-year-old Hoofddorp resident has been arrested on suspicion of money laundering following an extensive investigation. Authorities seized assets worth approximately one million euros, including a s...
Sheryl wants to foster connection with a large interactive artificial heart: "Please, do touch!"
Designer Sheryl Leysner has created a large, interactive wool heart titled Heart Beat for the Big Art exhibition in Rotterdam. The installation, which reacts to sound and invites audience participatio...
How could the North water main break? Investigation into pipe material and similar pipes
Waternet is conducting an investigation into a major water main break at Zuiderzeeweg in Amsterdam that resulted in 40,000 cubic meters of wastewater polluting the local environment. Authorities are e...
How did the Noord water main break? Investigation into pipe material and similar pipes
Waternet is investigating a major sewage pipe rupture in Amsterdam Noord that resulted in the discharge of 40,000 cubic meters of wastewater and significant environmental damage. The inquiry aims to d...
Pest control active at Spinoza campus, possible camera surveillance to follow
Management at the Spinoza campus in Amsterdam-Zuidoost has hired pest control to address a severe rat infestation caused by illegal waste dumping. The city is currently investigating the potential use...
Joanie and Pieter are court ushers: "The oil in the machinery of justice"
Court ushers Joanie Zeën and Pieter Peters provide essential support and maintain order within the Amsterdam District Court. During the Week of the Rule of Law, they highlighted their daily responsib...
Stedelijk Museum hosts major exhibition of the Japanese queen of polka dots: ''She was a true global superstar''
The Stedelijk Museum in Amsterdam is hosting an expansive retrospective of Japanese artist Yayoi Kusama, featuring her renowned polka dots, sculptures, and immersive installations. Following the artis...
Tennis legend Federer in Amsterdam: "Cycling allowed me to really feel the vibe of this city"
Tennis legend Roger Federer visited Amsterdam this week to host a youth tennis clinic for children at the Olympic Stadium. During his stay, the former Grand Slam champion explored the city by bicycle ...
Five-year prison sentence for killing ex-girlfriend in West home
A man named Misael L. has been sentenced to five years in prison for the death of his girlfriend at her home in Amsterdam-West in 2024. Although the prosecution sought a longer term, the court ruled t...
Calandlyceum regrets grading errors in final exams: "Should not have happened"
Three students at the Calandlyceum in Amsterdam successfully challenged their failing grades after discovering scoring errors in their mathematics final exams. The school board has apologized for the ...
Get your pepernoten ready: this is the day Sinterklaas arrives in Amsterdam
Sinterklaas will arrive in Amsterdam for his 88th annual parade on Sunday, November 15, 2026. The organization is currently seeking volunteers to participate as Pieten in the festivities, with an appl...
Cyclist injured in collision with truck on Ookmeerweg
A cyclist was transported to a hospital with unknown injuries after colliding with a truck on the Ookmeerweg in Amsterdam's Nieuw-West district this afternoon. Emergency responders, including a trauma...
Hundreds of thousands of euros worth of cocaine and a pistol found at Banneplein
Police in Amsterdam seized over six kilograms of cocaine and a loaded firearm from a residence on Banneplein following a report of a suspicious odor. The property has been ordered to close for three m...
Try a new sport for free in Amsterdam
From September 18 to 27, the Amsterdam Sports and Exercise Week offers residents the opportunity to try various sports and activities for free. The event aims to encourage physical activity throughout...
Heritage of the Week | A gondola on the Amstel
During Open Monument Day on September 12 and 13, the public can visit the Amstel Hotel in Amsterdam. The building gained international fame through the influence of masseur Dr. Mezger, who is often ca...
Massive layoff wave at Amsterdam municipality: 2500 full-time jobs at risk, internal document reveals
The Amsterdam municipality plans to cut 2,500 full-time jobs by 2030 as part of a 300 million euro reorganization effort. Internal documents outline significant staffing reductions across numerous dep...
Nieuw-West district politicians oppose shelter in Sloten, suggest Race Planet building
Local politicians in Amsterdam's Nieuw-West district are opposing a proposed shelter for individuals with addiction and psychiatric issues, citing concerns over potential negative impacts on residenti...
Mental healthcare sector calls on Halsema: Adjust funding to better support homeless people with addictions
The Dutch mental healthcare association is urging the national government to reform current funding and care structures to better support homeless individuals with complex addiction and psychiatric is...
Province destroys fewer yellow-legged hornet nests, beekeeper fears consequences
The province of Noord-Holland has stopped removing all yellow-legged hornet nests, opting only to clear those considered dangerous to the public or protected nature areas. Local beekeepers warn that t...
Body of drowning victim found in the IJ, identified as 47-year-old Amsterdam resident
The body of a 47-year-old man from Amsterdam was recovered from the IJ river after he fell from a pleasure yacht earlier today. Following an extensive search by emergency services involving specialize...
Alderman: mini-cars cannot drive out of the IJ tunnel fast enough during a fire
Amsterdam Alderman Elise Moeskops has ruled out allowing micro-cars in the IJ tunnel due to safety concerns regarding their speed and potential fire risks. The city has also declined to modify the tun...
Boil water advisory lifted for part of North, tap water safe to use again
Waternet has lifted a boil water advisory for residents of six streets in Amsterdam-Noord following successful safety tests. The utility company confirmed that the tap water is safe to drink and recom...
Flowerbikeman returns to Florida after 20 years in Amsterdam: "Sad, ashamed and failed"
Warren Gregory, known as the Flowerbikeman, is leaving the Netherlands after twenty years to return to Florida following issues with his residence status. The artist, who became a well-known figure fo...
Public Prosecution Service demands new sentence for man who stabbed his father to death in Southeast home
Prosecutors are seeking a 16-year prison sentence for a man accused of murdering his father in an Amsterdam-Zuidoost apartment in March 2024. The suspect claims the act was committed in self-defense d...
Armed robbery at convenience store on Van der Pekstraat
An armed man attempted to rob a convenience store on Van der Pekstraat in Amsterdam-Noord late at night by threatening an employee with a knife. The suspect fled empty-handed after dropping the cash r...
Schellingwouderbrug refuses to close, Amsterdam-Noord now completely inaccessible for cyclists
The Schellingwouderbrug in Amsterdam remained stuck open for half an hour today due to a technical failure, causing major traffic delays. The malfunction was particularly impactful because public tran...
Strikers at Garage West: "I normally want to work, but we must oppose the demolition"
Public transport employees across the Netherlands held a nationwide strike today to protest proposed government changes to social security benefits. Workers gathered at the GVB Garage West in Amsterda...
Giveaway | Win tickets for James Blunt at the Ziggo Dome
Fans have the opportunity to win a pair of tickets to see James Blunt perform at the Ziggo Dome in Amsterdam. The concert will feature a blend of his most popular hits and material from his new album,...
Amsterdam invests €900,000 in the textile makers of the future
Starting in 2027, the city of Amsterdam will invest €900,000 in a new facility called TextielHub located on Donauweg. This center is designed to support textile makers in developing sustainable and ...
Crowds at FlixBus as international trains also remain grounded: "But it makes me carsick"
A public transportation strike has caused widespread disruption, forcing travelers to abandon international train plans in favor of bus services. While passengers are utilizing buses like FlixBus to r...