Lifestyle News in English
Latest lifestyle headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
Wrijving, an open stage for personal, honest sex stories, has now arrived in Amsterdam: 'It’s for people who think: please, let us hear more about how diverse sex can be'
Wrijving, a platform for sharing personal sex stories on an open stage, has expanded its operations to Amsterdam. The initiative aims to offer a more diverse and honest perspective on sexuality compar...
Not fit after your holiday? Personal trainer advises: 'Train less, but more often for shorter periods'
Personal trainer Sebastian van der Kroft shares tips on how to regain fitness after the holidays. He recommends training for shorter durations but more frequently to effectively improve physical condi...
In a cell with your neighbors: The resistance of Rapenburg
The Amsterdam-based program De Straten van Amsterdam recently profiled the Rapenburg neighborhood, highlighting its rich history and the lives of several long-term residents. Featured stories included...
National exercise challenge gets Haarlem residents moving: "The oldest is 96!"
Haarlem residents recently gathered at the Wilsonsplein playground to celebrate a nationwide exercise day, reflecting a regular community-led initiative held twice a week. The event drew sixty partici...
City government: Kwaku is intangible heritage, confident it will return in a new format
Amsterdam city officials are working with organizers to ensure the return of the Kwaku Summer Festival next year through a new, sustainable format. Acknowledging the event as essential intangible heri...
Video | Marijn Kuipers responds to hate comments after breaking off engagement
Influencer Marijn Kuipers has publicly addressed the hateful comments she received following the end of her engagement to Dave Roelvink. This marks the first time she has spoken out about the breakup ...
The former coat check of Chinese restaurant Sea Palace now houses a display case with wife cakes and matcha-strawberry bolo bao
Chinese restaurant Sea Palace in Amsterdam has converted its former coat check into a new bakery and café featuring traditional and modern treats. Operated by third-generation baker Isabel But, the s...
Chatting with a stranger: Margriet organizes Start the Conversation meetings at the Haarlem library
Magazine Margriet is hosting 'Start the Conversation' meetings in libraries across the Netherlands to help people overcome loneliness and social anxiety. A local session is scheduled for November 13, ...
Ajax player Kasper Dolberg sidelined for extended period due to injury with Danish national team
Ajax player Kasper Dolberg will be sidelined for an extended period following an injury sustained while playing for the Danish national team. Consequently, his club teammate Anton Gaaei has been calle...
'Queen of water lilies' in bloom, Hortus Amsterdam extends opening hours
The Hortus Botanicus in Amsterdam is extending its opening hours to allow the public to view the rare, two-night blooming cycle of its Victoria Longwood Hybrid water lily. Known for its massive size a...
Studio without a kitchen for 1,900 euros: "After a year, you've had enough of microwave meals"
A 22-square-meter studio apartment in Amsterdam's Jordaan neighborhood is being advertised for 1,900 euros per month, despite lacking a kitchen and a washing machine. Housing experts suggest the rent ...
38 reports of physical violence during WorldPride: people spat on, pelted, and kicked
During the recent WorldPride event in Amsterdam, the reporting organization Rita received 516 discrimination complaints, including 38 reports of physical violence and assaults. Most incidents took pla...
Hanneke Groenteman had to surrender driver's license after crashing into lamppost
Presenter Hanneke Groenteman had her driver's license confiscated for three months following a single-vehicle accident where she crashed into a lamppost. Authorities suspected she may have lost consci...
Eva and Thomas spend 430 euros in two days and then panic sets in
Eva and Thomas, a couple aged 32 and 36, frequently struggle with financial stress due to overspending shortly after receiving their monthly salaries. They consistently find themselves anxious about t...
Arnold Schwarzenegger to release new self-help book in 2027
Actor and former governor Arnold Schwarzenegger plans to release a new self-help book in 2027. The work will offer a practical guide to personal development, utilizing lessons from his own life to pro...
Neighborhood protest in Sloten against shelter, but decision is final: "Duty to provide these people a place"
Residents in Amsterdam-Sloten held a protest against the city's decision to open a new 24-hour care facility for people with psychological needs on Ditlaar. Alderman Zita Pels stated that the plan is ...
Museum director Milou Halbesma (58) loves Amsterdam youth slang, 'but I won't say "dame" myself'
Milou Halbesma, the 58-year-old director of the Rembrandt House Museum, has expressed an interest in contemporary Amsterdam youth slang. She is scheduled to participate in the Great Amsterdam Dictatio...
Widower Ivo (74) receives 4138 euros a month and reflects on his legacy: My daughters are already well-off
Retired widower Ivo Steinebach lives on 4,138 euros per month and has no mortgage, leading him to question whether to leave his assets to his already wealthy daughters. He is currently reevaluating hi...
Opinion: Is another tourist in your way? Don't get worked up, make it fun for yourself
This opinion piece argues that Amsterdam residents should stop feeling frustrated by tourists who block bike paths and instead adopt a more humorous, relaxed perspective. By accepting the inherent cha...
The eighty-year-old woman with the walker, the young man on the fatbike: everyone is in a hurry in the performance Rollatorrap
The theater performance Rollatorrap explores the generational divide between an elderly woman using a walker and a young man riding a fatbike. The production aims to bridge the gap between these two d...
Conference industry fears higher tourist tax: We are driving away the wrong tourists
Amsterdam is set to increase its tourist tax to 20 percent by 2031, prompting concerns from the conference industry that the move will drive away valuable business travelers. Industry leaders argue th...
Study shows 'alarming' decline in acceptance of homosexuality among young people
Recent research shows a dramatic decrease in the acceptance of homosexuality among young people in the Netherlands, with positive attitudes among high school boys nearly halving in four years. Experts...
Average Haarlem resident lives in the same amount of space as ten years ago
Recent data from Statistics Netherlands reveals that the average resident of Haarlem currently has approximately 47 square meters of living space, the same amount as ten years ago. This trend is drive...
ADE 2026: the best parties still not sold out during Amsterdam Dance Event
The Amsterdam Dance Event 2026 features a wide array of performances from international and local DJs across the city. From large-scale concerts to intimate club nights, the festival offers diverse el...
Simauw (51) has lived by Vondelpark for 19 years: 'I am grateful, social housing is rare here these days'
Artist Tommy Hagen has lived in an Amsterdam social housing apartment near Vondelpark for 19 years. He values his unique living situation and notes that finding similar affordable housing in the area ...
New weather app Droog Over by Amsterdammer Jesse (26) shows if you stay dry on your bike route – free and ad-free
Amsterdam-based developer Jesse Verbeek has launched Droog Over, a free, ad-free weather app that predicts rain based on a user's specific travel route and speed. Unlike standard weather apps, the too...
Spaarne Ferry out of service October 2, 3 and 4
The Spaarne ferry service between Schalkwijk and Haarlem Southwest will be suspended for maintenance from October 2 through October 4. The ferry, which normally operates daily, will resume its regular...
Help, my child is a bully, what now? 'Don't get angry right away'
Bullying, exclusion, and online harassment are significant concerns for children, as highlighted by UNICEF. This article explores the underlying reasons for bullying behavior and offers guidance for p...
Amsterdam metro lines get new numbering: no longer 50 to 54, but simply M1 to M4
The Amsterdam metro system will rebrand its lines from the current 50-series to a simpler M1-M4 numbering scheme starting in December 2027. This initiative aims to improve accessibility and navigation...
Boxing, philosophy and a love for Noord: Massih Hutak's debut novel mirrors his own life
Author Massih Hutak has published his debut autobiographical novel, Voor Issa, which reflects his own experiences as a refugee and his upbringing in Amsterdam-Noord. The story follows a young man's ph...