Lifestyle News in English
Latest lifestyle headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
Schoonzichtlaan motorhome site allowed to stay longer: 'Contributes to social safety'
The Urban Camperspot on Schoonzichtlaan in Haarlem will remain open longer than expected as the municipality has decided to delay its closure until construction for new housing and a bridge begins. Lo...
Breestraat in Beverwijk becomes a massive activity boulevard for Day for Sport: 'Sport is such a uniting force. It goes much further than just getting tired'
On Sunday, the Breestraat in Beverwijk will transform into a large movement boulevard for the 'Dag voor de Sport' event. Organized by Beverwijk Fit & Actief, the day features a sports market showcasin...
Roemer (21) went from house to house: ‘I saw rooms with two bunk beds, 800 euros per bed’
It’s true: new aircraft are demonstrably quieter around Schiphol
Delphine (54) and Cornelia (15): ‘You’re very natural – I wish I’d had that at your age’
Relaxed dining in an intimate setting at BO by Bougainville on Dam Square
CPB: Limited impact of higher energy prices on most households
The Netherlands Bureau for Economic Policy Analysis (CPB) reports that the financial impact of rising energy and fuel prices due to the Middle East conflict is limited for most households. However, lo...
Fathers take less leave than expected, especially among low and high income earners
Only 60% of fathers are utilizing the five-week supplementary birth leave, a figure lower than previous estimates. Research indicates that use of this leave is particularly low among fathers at both t...
‘It doesn’t matter if you wear a headscarf or have tattoos, we need each other now’: residents gather after Osdorp explosion
Olivia Wilde on Harry Styles relationship: 'We lived in a bubble'
Actress and filmmaker Olivia Wilde reflected on her past relationship with Harry Styles during an appearance on the 'Call Her Daddy' podcast. Four years after their split, Wilde spoke positively about...
Johan Cruyff, Eberhard van der Laan and illuminated St. Andrew's crosses: Arena area refurbished
The area surrounding the Johan Cruijff Arena in Amsterdam is undergoing significant renovations, including new murals of Johan Cruijff and former mayor Eberhard van der Laan. Improvements include illu...
Bertram discusses summer ticket expiration alerts with NS
State Secretary Annet Bertram has discussed with the Dutch railway operator NS the implementation of notifications for customers whose summer subscriptions are about to expire. The measure aims to pre...
Selcuk saw three boys exercising as his business was destroyed: "I feel guilty"
A massive explosion in Amsterdam-Osdorp destroyed a gym after explosives being prepared for ATM robberies in a storage unit below detonated. Gym owner Selcuk reported that three members were inside du...
Weekend tips: what to do in Amsterdam from June 19 to 21
The article highlights various activities happening in Amsterdam from June 19 to 21. Recommended events include visiting local markets and participating in wine tastings at Amstelpark.
Running events take heat precautions, one race cancelled
Several running events across the Netherlands are implementing safety measures or canceling races due to expected high temperatures. Notably, the Vuurtorenloop in Hoek van Holland scheduled for Friday...
Helene Fischer not going to Johan Cruijff Arena after all, moves to Gelredome: "Much too far away"
German singer Helene Fischer's concert on June 30 has been moved from the Johan Cruijff Arena in Amsterdam to the Gelredome in Arnhem due to production reasons. Concert organizer Mojo is refunding tic...
Running events take heat measures, one even cancelled
Several running events across the Netherlands are implementing safety measures or facing cancellations due to extreme heat. The Vuurtorenloop in Hoek van Holland was specifically called off for Friday...
Shore leave for ship crews easier than before: ‘Going ashore is an outlet after months at sea’
The Port of Amsterdam is making shore leave more accessible for seafarers by requiring terminals to facilitate easier access to land. A new pilot program also offers free transportation for sailors on...
De Hartekamp closes pools in Heemstede and Heemskerk, families stunned: 'The pool is a kind of valhalla'
Disability care organization De Hartekamp Groep has announced it will close its swimming pools for intellectually disabled residents in Heemstede and Heemskerk next year due to high costs. Families an...
Uitgeest station coffee bar proves its worth: 'Started simply with a filter coffee machine'
A citizen-led coffee bar at Uitgeest station has officially opened following a successful trial period of several months. The initiative emphasizes community ownership and aims to provide a local gath...
Vitens warns of reduced tap water in Northeast Twente
Drinking water company Vitens has warned residents in Northeast Twente that they may experience lower water pressure this summer due to scarce supplies. The company sent letters to affected municipali...
This is what the new town near Amsterdam will be called
A new residential development in the municipality of Ouder-Amstel, located near Amsterdam, has been officially named Amstelvoorde following a community-wide vote. The project is set to include approxi...
Prince Harry to return to UK with family in July after four years
Prince Harry will travel to the United Kingdom in July accompanied by his wife, Meghan Markle, and their two children. This visit marks the first time in four years that the prince has brought his ent...
Code yellow for 'unpleasant, oppressive heat'
The KNMI has issued a code yellow alert for the Netherlands as temperatures are expected to reach up to 35 degrees Celsius this Thursday and Friday. The extreme heat and high humidity have triggered t...
René Froger returns to Ahoy with solo concert for 65th birthday
Dutch singer René Froger will celebrate his 65th birthday with a special concert titled 'Show of the Year 2026' at Rotterdam Ahoy. The event is scheduled for December 18, marking the singer's return ...
Patricia Paay will never walk properly again: 'Mentally fit, but physically not'
Patricia Paay is unable to walk properly following a fall down the stairs that occurred shortly after her hip surgery. Her daughter, Christina Curry, shared that while Paay remains mentally fit, her p...
‘Do you have children?’ the man asked. ‘I have four. A miracle, because I’ve swallowed and injected everything God forbade’
IJtunnel and Arenatunnel closed Friday for emergency repairs
The IJtunnel and Arenatunnel in Amsterdam will undergo emergency maintenance this Friday to replace outdated control and camera systems. The Arenatunnel will be closed from 07:00 to 12:00, while the I...
Haarlem Grachtenloop organizers ready for tropical 30th edition, but uncertainty remains: 10km may be scrapped
The 30th edition of the Grachtenloop in Haarlem, scheduled for June 19, may be modified due to expected extreme heat and humidity. Organizers are considering canceling the 10-kilometer race to ensure ...
Cyclist injured in collision with tram in Amsterdam
A cyclist was injured and taken to the hospital following a collision with a tram on the Eerste Constantijn Huygensstraat in Amsterdam-West on Tuesday afternoon. Emergency services, including a mobile...