Lifestyle News in English
Latest lifestyle headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
Musician FINNEAS marries Claudia Sulewski
Musician and producer FINNEAS has married Claudia Sulewski this past weekend. American media outlets confirmed the union between the artist and his partner.
Footballer Wout Weghorst engaged to childhood sweetheart Nikki van Esch: 'Yes'
FC Twente striker and Dutch national team player Wout Weghorst has announced his engagement to his childhood sweetheart, Nikki van Esch. He shared the news of his proposal via a photo collage on Insta...
LIVE Eredivisie | Struggling Ajax takes lead against Telstar through Davy Klaassen
Ajax is playing an away match against Telstar in Velsen-Zuid as they look to secure three points before their upcoming home game against PSV. Davy Klaassen has given the visiting team an early lead in...
Aalsmeer handballers win Supercup against eternal rivals Volendam
Aalsmeer defeated Volendam 37-28 in Wognum to secure their eighth Supercup title. The match, featuring the previous season's cup winner and national champion, was decided in the second half after a co...
Fitter after 50: why Céline Dion (58) swears by ballet and pilates
Singer Céline Dion is preparing for a stage comeback in September at the age of 58. To improve her fitness for the performance, she has adopted a training regimen consisting of ballet and pilates, wh...
Students borrow for student debt again: 'Investing was not the intention'
First-year students in the Netherlands are increasingly taking on student debt as they navigate financial decision-making early in their academic careers. Experts advise students to carefully track th...
All three of Claudia's (48) sons were born prematurely, only years later can she talk about it
Claudia Kemps shares her experience as a mother of three prematurely born sons to highlight the long-term emotional impact on parents. A new national study confirms that many parents of premature infa...
Drinking beers at café De Oranjerie for a century: "Everyone just feels very welcome"
Café De Oranjerie in Amsterdam's Haarlemmerbuurt recently celebrated its 100th anniversary by maintaining its traditional, authentic atmosphere. Owned by the Langereis family, the establishment remai...
Have you seen Coco, Goofy, or Braam? These 12 pets are missing in Haarlem
Twelve pets have gone missing in Haarlem over the past week. Local residents are being asked to help find animals such as Coco, Goofy, and Braam.
Do you lose weight on a vegan diet? 6 claims about plant-based eating examined
This article examines common claims regarding the health benefits and potential nutritional gaps of a vegan diet. Experts evaluate whether plant-based eating is effective for weight loss and address m...
I expected it to be more impoverished: we took the controversial budget train to Germany and this is what we noticed
Budget train operator GoVolta has faced criticism following its announcement of low-cost rail travel to Berlin. A reporter tested the service, comparing the experience to the standard ICE trains to de...
The greenhouse | Regional products are not just fun for holidays
In his weekly column, climate reporter Jeroen Kraan encourages consumers to prioritize the origin of ingredients over prices in supermarkets. He argues that shifting towards local and sustainable food...
Kim K and Hailey Bieber are doing it too: pimple patches are flying off the shelves
Pimple patches have become a popular beauty trend, with celebrities like Kim Kardashian and Hailey Bieber embracing the look. These stickers are designed to treat blemishes while serving as a trendy a...
Passion and togetherness beat speed and technique in Netherlands-Argentina hockey final: Fair play is highly valued
Ajax secures desired number six: Jordi Cruijff brings Sofyan Amrabat back to the Eredivisie
Ajax has reached a verbal agreement to sign Moroccan international Sofyan Amrabat on a free transfer from Fenerbahçe. The 30-year-old midfielder is expected to join the Amsterdam-based club as their ...
Fockeline Ouwerkerk: Joeri and I went to relationship therapy, I’m not secretive about it
Actress Fockeline Ouwerkerk reveals in a recent interview that she sought relationship therapy with her partner, Joeri, and is open about the experience. Additionally, she shares that her symptoms rel...
With five pairs of jeans you can get through the year according to fashion experts: these are the trendy models
Fashion experts advise that five specific styles of jeans are sufficient to get through the year as the autumn season approaches. While current trends are highlighted, readers are encouraged to repair...
Dutch rowers win silver in thrilling four-man final at World Championships
After thirty years, Ellen (58) goes her own way: 'I'm having the time of my life'
After thirty years of focusing on her family, 58-year-old Ellen has decided to prioritize her own path and independence. She shared her transition with Anne-Marije Buckens, emphasizing her newfound fo...
Unusual turn for Pirates: abandoned match to resume at 0-0
After a successful protest regarding a disputed hidden-ball trick, a baseball game between Amsterdam Pirates and Oosterhout Twins will be resumed from the seventh inning at a 0-0 score. The initial 1-...
Is flea treatment toxic to my pet? 5 questions answered about fleas and ticks
Researcher Paul Overgaauw and veterinarian Stijn Peters address five frequently asked questions regarding the risks of fleas and ticks on pets. The discussion covers how these parasites can transmit d...
6 things to do in Amsterdam when it rains
With a dune garden, you have a piece of National Park in your own backyard
Ranger Joeri Uilenreef encourages residents to transform their backyards into dune gardens to support local biodiversity and insects. Inspired by the Nationaal Park Zuid-Kennemerland, residents like J...
The incubator period is over, but the trauma remains: parents struggling for years
While medical care for premature babies in the Netherlands is excellent, new research indicates that many parents continue to struggle with severe, long-term stress. The findings highlight that the em...
Pope Leo once again one of the best-dressed people of the year
Pope Leo XIV has once again been named one of the best-dressed people of the year by Vanity Fair magazine. The publication praised the Pope for his casual style, specifically noting his choice of a ba...
Still running out of space at home? This foundation helps you declutter
The organization Stichting Ontspulknul is helping elderly residents in Vijfhuizen clear their homes of excess belongings by picking up unwanted items for donation or disposal. This initiative, support...
"A wing and a prayer": why are there no traffic lights on the Elandsgracht?
The intersection of Elandsgracht and Marnixstraat in Amsterdam is a high-risk area for cyclists, recording thirty accidents in five years. Despite the danger, the local government has decided against ...
Number of Amsterdammers with private pools on the rise: Neighborhoods that were already wealthy are now becoming super-rich
Lesley Gilliot (76) and his canary Michael Jackson are always together: ‘I brought that tradition with me from Suriname’
