Lifestyle News in English
Latest lifestyle headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
Mosquito bite that won't stop itching? Look out for these signs to see a doctor
Medical experts explain why bodily reactions to mosquito bites vary in intensity and offer advice on effective treatments for itching. The article provides insights from a dermatologist and an interni...
Eric gets Haarlem residents with a 'stuttering brain' moving
Care worker Eric Sterenberg leads weekly exercise sessions for people with dementia in Haarlem to help maintain physical health and cognitive function. Sterenberg, who is seeking volunteers to assist ...
You are not alone at the Danspaleis: why these dance afternoons mean so much to the elderly in Amsterdam
Het Danspaleis offers elderly people in Amsterdam a meaningful social space to dance, meet others, and share memories. Regular attendees report that the events provide a valuable reason to socialize a...
Where is Ajax's new number 6? 'Míchel always prioritizes quality over physical strength there'
Ajax continues to struggle in its year-long search for a new defensive midfielder to succeed Jordan Henderson. Head coach Míchel Sánchez is looking for an intelligent player capable of breaking open...
The best reader photos of the eclipse in Amsterdam
Eclipse glasses become a hot topic online: ‘My ego told me I didn’t need them, but now I’m blind’
Two major sporting events in the Amsterdamse Bos: you get a discount
The Amsterdamse Bos is hosting two major world-class sporting events this month: the World Rowing Championships and the World Hockey Championships. Residents can receive a discount on tickets for the ...
Come take penalties and play bubble football at the girls' soccer tournament at AFC
On Sunday, August 23, the Sportpark Goed Genoeg in Amsterdam will host a girls' football tournament featuring professional clubs from both the Netherlands and abroad. In addition to the matches, the e...
Pizza, pasta or poké bowl: Dutch people spend more money on food delivery
Over the past decade, consumer spending on takeaway and delivery meals in the Netherlands has more than doubled. People are increasingly relying on prepared food services rather than cooking at home.
Ditch water is banned, tap water is allowed: these are the consequences of the sprinkling ban
Starting Friday, the Amstel, Gooi and Vecht water board has implemented a daytime ban on using surface water for garden irrigation due to persistent drought. The measure aims to preserve water levels,...
Travis Kelce calls wedding with Taylor Swift the best night of his life
American football player Travis Kelce publicly described his wedding to singer Taylor Swift, which took place last month at Madison Square Garden in New York, as the best night of his life.
‘There is already so much beauty’: Anna Belle runs Vintage Nō 5
Anna Belle, a 23-year-old entrepreneur, has successfully expanded her vintage clothing business, Vintage Nō 5, from a private sale in her mother's living room into two retail stores. Based on Gierstr...
Cycle path, footpath and road signs: this is where tourists get lost
The intersection of Spiegelgracht and Prinsengracht in Amsterdam causes significant confusion for pedestrians and cyclists due to unclear traffic signs and layout. While the municipality acknowledges ...
Muse frontman Matt Bellamy files for divorce and seeks custody of children
Muse frontman Matt Bellamy has filed for divorce from his wife, Elle Evans, in Los Angeles. Bellamy is also seeking full custody of their two children.
Experts warn against fake reviews: Sellers have huge motivation to cheat
Experts warn that the reliability of online reviews is being undermined by manipulation, inadequate oversight, and the rise of artificial intelligence. Due to the significant influence reviews have on...
Student Julia (15): ‘Either I’m late again, or I have to brave this waddling army on the bike path’
Rainbow House cancelled after 8 years of planning: municipality opts for multiple LGBTQ+ meeting spots across Amsterdam
Amsterdam's Bosbaan is ready for the World Rowing Championships – but one danger lurks
Content creator Luc (26) wants to settle in Amsterdam after years of traveling: 'I often arrange my places to stay shortly in advance'
At The Rage Room on Isolatorweg you can smash your stress to pieces: '90 percent of our customers are women'
How Amsterdammers watched the solar eclipse
Approximately 400 people gathered on the roof of Nemo in Amsterdam on Wednesday evening to witness a solar eclipse. Most attendees used special eclipse glasses to observe the event as the moon partial...
Festival atmosphere on Nemo rooftop during eclipse: That was a once-in-a-lifetime event
Mart Hoogkamer's girlfriend had two miscarriages before daughter's birth
Singer Mart Hoogkamer revealed that his partner, Jennifer, suffered two miscarriages before the birth of their daughter, Logan. The couple shared their difficult journey to parenthood in an interview ...
How Amsterdam sports clubs are bracing for drought amid new watering ban: ‘We can’t go hauling buckets ourselves’
More than twice as many gyms in Haarlem, but fewer people exercising enough
The number of gyms in Haarlem has more than doubled since 2017, reaching a total of 242 locations. Despite this growth, data indicates a slight decline in the percentage of residents who meet physical...
Eclipse glasses sell like hotcakes at butcher shop
A butcher shop in Nieuw-Vennep experienced high demand for eclipse glasses on the day of a partial solar eclipse, with customers queuing to purchase them. While many were eager to witness the rare ast...
Music blares from the fatbike speakers. 'But sir, this is a cemetery!'
The secret to the success of reality shows is that they are real: Folk singers wake up and are practically talking to themselves out loud
What is your opinion on the points system for social housing?
Municipalities and housing corporations in the Amsterdam region are conducting a survey to gather feedback on the points system for social housing. They are seeking input from housing seekers to ident...
Head to the beach while you can and catch the eclipse too
Large crowds are flocking to the beach in Zandvoort to enjoy the sunny weather and watch a significant solar eclipse. Local businesses are experiencing high demand for eclipse glasses as visitors gath...