Lifestyle News in English
Latest lifestyle headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
Free taillight repair saves Paul a hundred-euro fine
Paul Gill from Wormerveer avoided a 100-euro fine after a neighbor pointed out a broken taillight on his vehicle. Lacking the technical skills to fix it himself, Gill sought assistance for the repair ...
Animal ambulance flooded with calls about young birds that are rarely in distress
Fences around popular swimming quay after noise complaints, neighborhood angry
Residents of the Borneokade in Amsterdam-Oost protested this weekend against the installation of fences around a popular swimming spot. The measures were implemented following years of noise complaint...
Night cafe De Biecht forced to close and auction contents: "A real shame"
Amsterdam's night bar Café De Biecht has closed after 27 years due to the sale of its building on Kerkstraat. To support owner Jan Louman's early retirement, the café's interior was auctioned off du...
24 places in Amsterdam to watch the World Cup
Unsettled weather in the coming days, code yellow tomorrow for thunderstorms
The KNMI has issued a code yellow warning for heavy thunderstorms, hail, and strong wind gusts in Amsterdam and the surrounding province on Tuesday afternoon. Rainy and changeable conditions are expec...
New step for Amsterdam hospitality family Vooges with Bar Staal: ‘First you teach them everything, now they tell me things I never taught them’
Call: Are you an expat in Amsterdam? Tell us about your life in the city
Employees can lease second bicycle at lower tax rate
New regulations from the Dutch Tax Authorities now allow employees to lease multiple company bicycles at the lower tax rate of seven percent. This adjustment makes it more financially attractive for w...
Athletics Union: running events had measures in order
The Dutch Athletics Union stated that organizers of running events in Amersfoort, Groningen, and Utrecht had proper safety measures in place during Sunday's races. The statement follows reports of sev...
Wanted! Parents who want to watch their favorite childhood shows with their children
The NPO has recently made its entire television archive available online. They are now looking for parents who would like to watch their favorite childhood programs together with their children.
Cyclist struck by motorist in Limmen
A cyclist was struck by a motorist on the Rijksweg in Limmen on Monday morning. The incident occurred at approximately 10:10 AM.
Hester van Buren will not serve second term as PRO alderman: ‘Different choice made’
Retired multi-talent: 'I am no more interesting than my brush'
Retired artist Arie Koning, who discovered his talent for drawing and painting at age 35, shares insights into his life and career. He previously served as a member of the Royal Netherlands Marechauss...
I'm sick of ads and they turn out to be unreliable too
Journalist Sam van Opbergen discusses the prevalence of deceptive and annoying online advertisements, noting that many have become increasingly fraudulent. The commentary explores the growing frustrat...
Céline Dion adds ten extra concerts in Paris next year
Céline Dion has announced ten additional concert dates in Paris scheduled for May 2027. The performances will take place between May 8 and May 29, as revealed by the singer on her Instagram account.
Council of State: make fireworks ban rules stricter
The Dutch Council of State has advised the government to tighten regulations regarding the fireworks ban for the upcoming New Year's Eve. The advisory body criticized the cabinet's decision to allow e...
Mr. Pekelaar suffers from blood loss and makes a very unusual request to Dr. Rutger
At a GP post, a patient named Mr. Pekelaar consults Doctor Rutger about an issue involving blood loss. After initial hesitation, the patient eventually reveals the full story and makes an unusual requ...
M.I.A. sues Kid Cudi for millions after being removed from tour
British singer M.I.A. has filed a lawsuit against Kid Cudi for breach of contract after being removed as the opening act for his tour. The singer alleges she was unfairly dropped from several schedule...
'The king is our neighbor' – Eva (41) lives right next to the Royal Palace on Dam Square
Thijsse’s Hof appoints Jan Hoekema as new board chairman
Jan Hoekema has been appointed as the new chairman of Thijsse’s Hof, the oldest botanical garden in the Netherlands. He succeeds Arjen Overbeek, who stepped down after serving seven years in the pos...
Yum! Get a free donut in Haarlem on Donut Day
On Friday, June 5, the Salvation Army will celebrate Donut Day by distributing free donuts to the public in Haarlem. This event offers various types of donuts, including those with chocolate and sprin...
Pimped cars thrill men: 'This hall is full of the Messis of the car world'
The Expo center in Vijfhuizen is hosting an exhibition featuring a wide variety of unique, modified cars described as 'works of art on wheels.' Enthusiasts and families are visiting to admire and phot...
Thousands of travelers hit by Transavia cancellations: 'Receive maximum 400 euros compensation'
Transavia cancelled numerous flights last week due to operational issues and aircraft unavailability, affecting thousands of travelers. Impacted passengers are eligible for a maximum compensation of 4...
Roadworks in Haarlem: keep this in mind this week (June 1 - June 8)
Several roadworks and partial closures are scheduled in Haarlem from June 1 to June 8. Affected areas include the Gedempte Oude Gracht and Oostvest, impacting traffic in the city center and surroundin...
Keti Koti month starts today: here's what's happening
Keti Koti month begins today in Amsterdam with a series of cultural events, lectures, and commemorative activities leading up to the official holiday on July 1st. The program includes a memorial walk,...
TikTok Shop rivals Saturn and Douglas in Germany, shopping feature coming to Netherlands
TikTok Shop is scheduled to launch in the Netherlands on June 15, allowing users to purchase products directly through the app. The expansion follows its introduction in Germany, though the platform f...
North Holland Traffic: Delays on the A7 and A9 during Monday morning rush hour, June 1
Traffic congestion caused delays on the A7 near Avenhorn and the A9 in North Holland during the morning rush hour on Monday, June 1. The delays were primarily attributed to high volumes of traffic acr...
Jada Borsato thanks everyone for 'sweet messages' after Ibiza car accident
Jada Borsato expressed gratitude on Instagram for the supportive messages she received following a car accident in Ibiza involving her and her mother, Leontine Ruiters. This marks her first public sta...
New mothers in Haarlem remarkably old: 32 years and 7 months
New mothers in Haarlem are on average 32 years and 7 months old when they have their first child, which is notably high according to data from Statistics Netherlands (CBS). The figures also indicate t...