Amsterdam News in English
Latest amsterdam headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
Coffee with William Clairbois (Party for Development): "We started as cavemen"
William Clairbois, the leader of the Partij voor Ontwikkeling, is seeking a seat in the Amsterdam city council with a platform focused on human progress and self-development. His party proposes polici...
Tofik Dibi, lead candidate for Bij1: ‘I was the ‘brave Moroccan gay man’ until I spoke out about Gaza’
Boil water advisory lifted for part of Kastelenstraat in Amsterdam-Buitenveldert
Canadian rock band Rush to perform at Ziggo Dome in early 2027
The Canadian rock band Rush is scheduled to perform at the Ziggo Dome in Amsterdam on February 23, 2027. Ticket sales for the concert in the Netherlands will begin this Friday.
Amsterdam man (39) arrested after threat with possible firearm in Velsen-Noord
A 39-year-old man from Amsterdam was arrested following a threat involving a possible firearm in Velsen-Noord. Police are currently investigating the incident and have called for witnesses to come for...
Figures on violence against enforcement officers were incorrect, baton trial had flawed basis
The Amsterdam municipality has admitted that data regarding violence against city wardens was significantly overestimated due to a reporting error that misclassified non-applicable incidents as physic...
Plans for one-way traffic on Utrechtsestraat, but not everyone is convinced
The Amsterdam municipality is considering making the Utrechtsestraat a one-way street to improve safety and reduce traffic congestion. While some residents support the initiative, the local neighborho...
Explosion and major fire in Amsterdam South, one person taken to hospital
A powerful explosion and subsequent fire destroyed a curtain shop on Maasstraat in Amsterdam-Zuid early Monday morning, resulting in one person being hospitalized. The blast caused significant damage ...
Person taken to hospital after fire in Amsterdam's Rivierenbuurt
A fire broke out in a shop in the Rivierenbuurt neighborhood of Amsterdam following an explosion, resulting in significant damage. One person from a nearby residence was hospitalized for smoke inhalat...
It is not easy living on the streets as a woman. You also get harassed a lot
Amsterdam downplays 20 million overnight stay limit: just a ‘goal’
Amsterdam's municipality is defending itself in court against a group of residents seeking to enforce a 20-million overnight stay limit on tourism. The city maintains the cap is an administrative goal...
Hydrochloric acid to be measured three times a year at ICL fertilizer plant
Telstar has its own ‘Experience’ at the Halfweg outlet, though fans prefer a fan shop: ‘Pity, I would have liked to buy a shirt’
Dutch football club Telstar has opened a 'Telstar Experience' center at Amsterdam The Style Outlets in Halfweg. While the location showcases the club's brand alongside international labels, some visit...
City housing cooperatives join forces in single partnership
Fifteen housing cooperatives in Amsterdam have officially formed the "Platform Wooncoöperaties Amsterdam" to collaborate and share expertise on collective living. This new association aims to support...
Hundreds join Ukraine solidarity march: 'Attention must not fade away'
Approximately 300 people gathered at Amsterdam's Museumplein for a solidarity march to support Ukraine and advocate for continued international attention and military aid. The demonstration, which mov...
Ten-year-olds Samuel and Meirah raise 3,000 euros for cancer research: 'After our first door-to-door round we had already reached our goal'
Ten-year-olds Samuel and Meirah have raised nearly 3,000 euros for cancer research by going door-to-door since January. Exceeding their initial 300-euro goal, the pair will participate in the five-kil...
Ajax and FC Twente draw in Women's Eredivisie top match
Ajax and FC Twente played to a 0-0 draw in a Women's Eredivisie top-tier match. FC Twente maintains their lead at the top of the standings with 37 points, while Ajax remains in fourth place, trailing ...
War veterans hold up a mirror at Dam Square
War veterans gathered at Dam Square in Amsterdam to show support for Ukraine and demonstrate unity against Putin's actions. The event aimed to hold a mirror to Dutch society, reminding citizens that t...
A coffee with Mirurgia Breinburg (Party for the Rule of Law): "You're missing that bit of humanity"
Mirurgia Breinburg, leader of the Partij voor de Rechtsstaat, is campaigning for the Amsterdam city council to advocate for greater transparency and a more human approach in government. Drawing from h...
Jewish Hélène sees father in old video footage before he was taken away by the Nazis
The documentary 'De kinderen van de Jodenboerderij' tells the story of a farm in Haarlemmermeer where the Boogaard family sheltered approximately 300 Jewish children during World War II. It features s...
Hundreds join Amsterdam protest march against war in Ukraine
Approximately 300 to 400 people participated in a protest march in Amsterdam to mark the fourth anniversary of Russia's invasion of Ukraine. The demonstrators marched from Museumplein to Dam Square to...
Boil water advisory for two Amsterdam streets lifted: no more bacteria in drinking water
Waternet has lifted the boil water advisory for two streets in Amsterdam after tests confirmed the drinking water is once again free of bacteria. A separate advisory remains in place for over 200 conn...
German recreates burnt-down Vondelkerk with 6,800 Lego bricks
German engineer Luca König has constructed a 6,800-piece Lego replica of Amsterdam's Vondelkerk as a tribute following the historic building's partial collapse in a New Year's Eve fire. The detailed ...
Work on Linnaeusstraat begins, set to last until late 2027: ‘One of Amsterdam’s largest traffic projects’
Major renovation work on the Linnaeusstraat in Amsterdam has begun and is scheduled to continue until late 2027. The project aims to improve safety, accessibility, and greenery by replacing tram track...
Who was Verspronck’s ‘Girl in Blue’? In-depth research leads to nothing. ‘Fascination and frustration go hand in hand’
Johannes Verspronck’s famous painting "Girl in Blue" will be displayed at the Frans Hals Museum from March 12 to October 11 alongside portraits of her likely parents. Although the artwork is a celeb...
Firearm drawn during home robbery in Noord
Last night, multiple men committed a home robbery on Notarisappelstraat in Amsterdam Noord, where witnesses reported that a firearm was drawn. The suspects fled the scene before police arrived, and au...
The old city hall was far below Amsterdam's standing
Amsterdam's original city hall on Dam Square was replaced in the 17th century after its dilapidated state was deemed unfitting for the city's rising international status following a visit by French Qu...
'Too few tough guys in the squad': why Ajax is not a serious contender for second place
Ajax is no longer considered a serious contender for second place in the league following a disappointing performance against Feyenoord. Analysts attribute the team's struggles to a lack of leadership...
Fresh from the tap: tap your own tahini, detergent and tea in Amsterdam
Several specialty shops in Amsterdam are offering a wide range of products 'on tap,' including olive oil, fresh tahini, organic grains, and cleaning detergents. These stores encourage customers to bri...
This is Amsterdam's most expensive apartment: 670 square meters and seven balconies
A 670-square-meter apartment in Amsterdam has been listed for 18.5 million euros, making it the most expensive property currently available on the Dutch real estate site Funda. Located near Vondelpark...