Lifestyle News in English
Latest lifestyle headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
Wouter Klootwijk on hovering shoppers and dirty frankfurters
Columnist Wouter Klootwijk writes about the experiences of modern shoppers and expresses his dissatisfaction with poor-quality food products. He specifically highlights his disappointment with unappet...
Pitching in for the toad pond: Groundwater levels have dropped, amphibians can no longer lay their eggs there
Approximately 25 volunteers gathered at the Dauwbraampad on Friday morning to restore a toad pool in the dunes. The maintenance work is necessary because declining groundwater levels have prevented am...
Pokémon Go turns ten, Charlotte (72) has already caught 209,036: 'I do it for the social connections and the exercise'
As the mobile game Pokémon Go celebrates its tenth anniversary, it has transitioned from a temporary craze into a lasting global community. Players like 72-year-old Charlotte continue to use the game...
Learning language and math: lots of money and a little love. It all pays off
Recent international research indicates a significant decline in the language proficiency of Dutch youth. Experts emphasize that investing in language and numeracy skills is essential to address these...
Vacation no longer a given, but thankfully there is the neighborhood campsite in Beverwijk. Sadly, more and more families are finding us
Families are camping at the Willem Alexanderplantsoen in Beverwijk for the second annual local buurtcamping event. While the setting is cozy, the organizers note that an increasing number of families ...
Silvia is a teacher because her teacher Willy inspired her: You paid attention to all 39 students
In the series 'Life Lessons,' former student Silvia Slagter-Gerrits reflects on how her first-grade teacher, Willy Rood, inspired her to become a teacher herself. The story highlights the lasting impa...
How to prevent heatstroke while exercising? Dr. Fleur explains summer facts and myths
Doctor Fleur Grandiek addresses common myths and facts regarding heatstroke during exercise in the summer. She explains why these incidents occur, the associated health risks, and provides advice on h...
Ronald’s Opel navigation system has been lost for over a year and a half
Ronald is facing persistent issues with his Opel navigation system, which has been malfunctioning for over eighteen months. Despite the promise of up-to-date map software for new vehicles, the owner r...
Iede doesn't want to make death sadder than it is: this is how a funeral can also look
Iede Hoorn offers unique and non-traditional funeral services, such as boat processions through canals or luxury car transport. The article encourages readers to reconsider traditional funeral norms b...
Raymi Sambo: The word pacemaker was a trigger to start exercising seriously
Actor and director Raymi Sambo discusses his personal health journey, including his history with sleep issues and his commitment to exercise after a health-related trigger. He also highlights the impo...
Reducing Amal Clooney to 'George Clooney's wife'? It's the other way around, says Yanaika Zomer
Amal Clooney is a prominent British-Lebanese human rights lawyer known for representing high-profile clients such as Julian Assange and Julia Tymoshenko. Beyond her legal career, she has advised inter...
Vunzige Deuntjes festival stands on its own for the first time: ‘you can still chat with each other between the music here’
First time something fun is happening here: neighborhood barbecue in IJmuiden problem area is a hit
Residents of the Schiplaan neighborhood in Zeewijk gathered for a community barbecue, featuring music and performances. The event aimed to promote solidarity in an area that has previously been associ...
Stop drinking alcohol, says the Health Council, but is 0.0 beer actually a good alternative?
The Dutch Health Council has advised the public to stop consuming alcohol entirely, sparking a debate about the health benefits of non-alcoholic beer. Experts are questioning whether 0.0% beverages ar...
Carola's daughter has epilepsy: 'You never know when a new seizure will occur'
In the weekly column 'De moeder van', Carola Jobse discusses the challenges of raising her 14-year-old daughter, Amy, who has been living with epilepsy since age thirteen. The article highlights the i...
Dutch baseball team narrowly loses Haarlem Baseball Week final to Italy
The Dutch national baseball team narrowly lost the Honkbalweek Haarlem final with a score of 3-4 against Italy at the Pim Mulier stadium. This victory marks the first time that Italy has won the tourn...
Inge (37) quits her office job to pursue pilates dream in Heemskerk: I am riding the hype
Entrepreneur Inge van der Meij is opening a new pilates studio in Heemskerk this September. She believes the move reflects a growing societal focus on health and wellness, capitalizing on the rising p...
His old neighbors are lining up to push Rob (91) in his wheelchair from Schoterhof to his favorite coffee spot: 'We are like family'
Ninety-one-year-old Rob van Norren, who lives in a Haarlem nursing home, is able to continue visiting his favorite coffee shop thanks to a dedicated group of former neighbors and volunteers. The group...
It always stays dry at Willem's indoor campsite
Owner Willem Megens has created a unique indoor camping experience in Amsterdam-Zuidoost, featuring custom-built caravans and cabins that allow guests to enjoy a camping atmosphere regardless of the w...
If the weather is nice, we sit here every day
A group of women known as the 'Zwetse women' spend their days at the Het Zwet swimming pool in Haarlem to enjoy their local holiday. They frequent the pool daily and often assist children who have los...
Lottie Hellingman only writes in her little pink notebook when she is in Paris: 'When I was 17, I felt: this is my city'
Actress Lottie Hellingman reveals that she maintains a special pink notebook where she records memories and keeps mementos exclusively during her visits to Paris. She explains that her tradition of wr...
Does your dog have itchy skin in spring and summer? This underrated condition could be the cause
As the pollen season extends from January to November, dogs can also suffer from hay fever with symptoms that differ from those in humans. Veterinary dermatologist Marieke van Damme explains how to re...
K3 with Klaasje as replacement for pregnant Marthe is 'craziest lineup ever'
Klaasje Meijer has returned to join K3 as a temporary replacement for the pregnant Marthe De Pillecyn. Current member Julia Boschman described the group's current lineup as the craziest one in its his...
Exceptional: special award for Thom, Louis and Vanja after rescue operation in Bennebroek
Three residents received a bronze medal and certificate from the Royal Society for the Rescue of Drowning Victims for their bravery during a rescue operation in Bennebroek. The group saved a driver ea...
A game of chess as a bridge between special and mainstream education. According to Heliomare, an accessible way to meet: 'Remove the stigma'
Students from Heliomare College in Heemskerk are participating in chess matches against peers from mainstream education to foster social inclusion. This initiative aims to break down barriers and norm...
Gea (78) from the Spaarndammerbuurt: ‘Growing old? I don’t know that’
Gea, a 78-year-old resident of the Spaarndammerbuurt in Amsterdam, is well-known in her neighborhood for her vibrant personality and colorful fashion sense. Despite her age, she remains highly active ...
Former Tour winner Joop Zoetemelk thinks new team time trial rules are fair: 'Everyone can go all out now'
Former Tour de France winner Joop Zoetemelk expressed support for the new rules regarding team time trials, noting that they allow cyclists to push their limits. The 79-year-old cycling legend, who wo...
Haarlem landmark finally out of scaffolding: 'It's spinning again!'
After ten months of maintenance, the historic De Adriaan windmill in Haarlem has reopened to the public and is fully operational again. Restoration work, which addressed issues like wood rot, was comp...
'Aggressive' home battery sellers exploit fear of power shortages: 'Consumers are being blindsided'
Regulators at the ACM are reporting an increase in complaints regarding aggressive telemarketing tactics used to sell home batteries to Dutch consumers. Salespeople are allegedly exploiting fears of p...
Do you always pee 'just in case' before leaving? Why that is a bad idea
Urologist Bart Schrier and pelvic physiotherapist Liesbeth de Nekker explain why the habit of 'just peeing before departure' can be counterproductive for bladder health. They provide expert advice on ...