Lifestyle News in English
Latest lifestyle headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
Numerology: The Birth Number
Numerology offers a way for individuals to gain self-knowledge through various calculations, such as the birth number. This specific number is used to provide insights into a person's personality trai...
Overtoomse Sluis Bridge closed again for over a week
The Overtoomse Sluis bridge in Amsterdam will be closed to cars and trams from April 24 to May 4 to facilitate the transport of a bridge section for the A10 South expansion. While pedestrians and cycl...
Vanished: the breakaway athletics club Atmodes fell into decline in the 1970s
Atmodes was a women-only athletics club based in Haarlem that declined and eventually disappeared in the 1970s. This retrospective article profiles the defunct organization as part of a series on loca...
Amy Winehouse's father loses lawsuit over auction of her clothes
Mitch Winehouse, the father of the late singer Amy Winehouse, has lost a lawsuit against two of his daughter's friends concerning the auctioning of her personal belongings. The High Court ruled agains...
Michiel de Ruijter Tunnel closed, traffic jams in the area
The Michiel de Ruijter Tunnel near Amsterdam Central Station is closed in both directions due to a camera system failure, causing significant traffic congestion on surrounding streets. Traffic control...
Bike parking, toilets and more: 5 essential tips for King's Day in Haarlem
The article provides essential practical tips for visitors planning to celebrate King's Day in Haarlem on April 27. It covers logistical information such as bicycle parking and public facilities to he...
Fire during home renovation in Haarlem
A fire broke out during renovation work at a house on Westerhoutstraat in Haarlem on Monday afternoon around 1:20 PM. The fire department arrived quickly at the scene to address the situation.
Loader launches off truck, driver miraculously unharmed
A loader truck driver escaped serious injury after accidentally driving onto a stationary low-loader and flipping onto another vehicle on the A44 near Abbenes. The accident occurred during nighttime r...
Repair of Leidsevaart quay begins April 28
Restoration work on the quay wall at the Prins Hendrikbrug over the Leidsevaart in Haarlem is scheduled to begin on April 28. The project will result in temporary closures for both motorized road traf...
Morrissey to perform in Tilburg in December
British singer Morrissey will perform an exclusive concert in the Netherlands on December 28. The show is scheduled to take place at the 013 venue in Tilburg.
EU unveils plans to tackle energy crisis including remote work and efficient driving
The European Union is proposing measures such as remote work and fuel-efficient driving to address the current energy crisis. According to internal documents, the plans also involve coordinating aviat...
New start for beach pavilion Deining in Castricum aan Zee: ‘Everyone is super excited’
Strandpaviljoen Deining in Castricum aan Zee has reopened following an extensive six-month renovation. Owner Sharon Groot has taken over the business from her father, introducing a new interior and me...
Radio DJ Lisanne Bronkhorst gives birth to first child: 'All clichés are true'
Radio-dj Lisanne Bronkhorst and her partner Yannick have welcomed their first child, a son named Benjamin. Bronkhorst shared the news on Radio Veronica, remarking that the experience of motherhood mak...
Foundation De Vrolijkheid wants children in asylum centers to be more than their refugee story: ‘They should also just be able to dream, or be in love’
The World Cup in this traditional Dutch sport aims to put the Netherlands on the map next year
The Korfball World Cup will be hosted across twelve locations in the Netherlands next year, marking the first time the country has held the event since 2003. The national korfball association aims to ...
Beats & Bulbs matures: Hillegom’s liberation festival marks its fourth edition
The fourth edition of the Beats & Bulbs liberation festival will take place on Saturday, May 2, in Hillegom's Van Nispenpark. The event aims to bring a fresh perspective to the village center as the f...
The talking banana on your screen isn't just guilty of cheating
Journalist Senna Brammer explores the viral trend of 'Fruit Love Island,' which uses AI to create videos of talking fruits involved in relationship drama. The article examines this phenomenon as a ref...
'Discover Spaarnwoude Park' showcases recreation area in all its glory: from art collections to model trains and paddleboarding
The 'Ontdek Spaarnwoude Park' event celebrated the start of the recreation season in the green space situated between Amsterdam, Hoofddorp, and Velsen-Zuid. Various local businesses, clubs, and organi...
Nathalie (36) lives in a dollhouse in the city center: ‘I sometimes have to chase away a public urinator’
Traffic gridlock on first day of roadworks on Communicatieweg
Traffic in Heemskerk came to a standstill on Monday as construction began on a new crossing at Communicatieweg. Despite prior announcements, many motorists were caught off guard by the road closure, c...
Jesy Nelson's car stolen with medical equipment for twins
The car of British singer Jesy Nelson was stolen on Sunday morning, containing essential medical equipment for her twin daughters. The children suffer from a rare muscle disease, making the loss of th...
Wijkertunnel in Velsen closed for roadworks, diversions causing 60-minute delays
The Wijkertunnel will be closed in both directions for maintenance from May 1 until the morning of May 4. Traffic is being diverted through the Velsertunnel, which may result in delays of up to 60 min...
Roadworks in Haarlem: what to expect this week (April 20 - April 27)
Haarlem will experience several road closures and maintenance projects from April 20 to April 27, affecting areas such as Kinderhuissingel and Parklaan. Drivers are advised to account for these disrup...
Joe Jonas confirms relationship with model Tatiana Gabriela
Joe Jonas has officially confirmed his relationship with model Tatiana Gabriela by sharing a photo of the couple together on Instagram. The Jonas Brothers singer's social media post marks the first pu...
Weekly tips: things to do in Amsterdam from April 20 to 24
This article offers activity recommendations for Amsterdam during the week of April 20th to 24th, ahead of the King's Day celebrations. It highlights the favorable weather forecast as an incentive for...
Many more young people, I'm happy about that
Record Store Day, which originated in the United States in 2008 to support struggling record stores, has evolved into a popular annual event in the Netherlands. The celebration features special releas...
RIVM proposes ban on cigarette filters over microplastics
The Dutch National Institute for Public Health and the Environment (RIVM) has proposed a ban on cigarette filters to reduce microplastic pollution. The institute states that removing filters would ben...
Charlize Theron on mother who shot her father: 'She saved my life'
South African actress Charlize Theron discussed the night her mother killed her father in self-defense during an interview with The New York Times. Theron credited her mother with saving her life and ...
Erasmus MC warns against cannabis oil during pregnancy: may not be safe after all
Researchers at Erasmus MC have warned that using CBD oil during pregnancy may not be safe, as substances can reach the fetus and disrupt placental blood vessels. The findings challenge the perception ...
Well-known Dutch café closes after 60 years as family business finds no successor: ‘It’s time’
After 60 years, the family-owned Café Zaal Ton Oomen in Gelderland is closing its doors as no successor was found for owner Ton. Known for its traditional atmosphere, the historic Dutch pub will be d...