Lifestyle News in English
Latest lifestyle headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
Public transport strike during rush hour: Can you still get to work? ‘I’ve never seen it so quiet’
A national train strike in the Netherlands left stations like Haarlem unusually quiet during a work stoppage between 4:00 and 8:00 AM on Wednesday morning. The strike disrupted travel for many commute...
Oranje and The Blue Wave under one roof. Jantien and Giovanni couldn't be happier: 'We're actually already champions'
Jantien van Zutphen and her husband Giovanni have decorated their home in Beverwijk with both Dutch and Curaçao flags to celebrate the World Cup. The couple, who have been married for 32 years, are u...
Q&A | Is removing solar panels smart? 'In winter, every extra panel helps'
The Dutch government will end the net metering scheme for solar panels next year, meaning households can no longer offset surplus energy against their annual consumption. Experts advise against removi...
44 municipal notices on construction, demolition, tree felling, and hospitality in Haarlem last week
The municipality of Haarlem processed 44 permit applications last week regarding local construction, demolition, tree felling, and catering. These notifications provide residents with information abou...
Haarlem warns of botulism in warm weather, do not touch dead animals
The municipality of Haarlem is warning residents about the risks of botulism during the current period of warm weather and advising against touching dead animals. In addition to safety warnings, the c...
Four-day swim event at De Heerenduinen swimming pool
The De Heerenduinen swimming pool will host the annual Swim Four Days event from Monday, June 29, to Friday, July 3. Participants are invited to take part in this swimming tradition over the course of...
The shade of Spaarnwoude: where to find relief from the heat? 'It's nice and quiet here and parking is free'
As high temperatures continue, the article explores various locations to find shade and water for cooling down. It highlights the Spaarnwoude recreational area as a quiet alternative to the beach, off...
Tourists at Sloterdijk station scammed by fake police officers
The hole in airplane windows isn't just for looking outside
Tiny holes located at the bottom of airplane windows play a crucial role in maintaining safety on board. Although they may seem like a design flaw, these small openings are essential for functionality...
Piet turns 80 and flies the flag: 'I should have been dead by now'
Piet Rolvink celebrated his 80th birthday this Tuesday by hanging a flag on his balcony and receiving congratulatory decorations from friends on his garage door. His daughter and her friend also visit...
Haarlem station travelers take strike in their stride: ‘Understanding on all sides as far as I’m concerned’
Travelers at Haarlem station are reacting calmly to a train strike that has disrupted morning commutes, including services to Amsterdam. While the strike is causing delays, some passengers expressed a...
Fewer trains, more water: NS takes these measures due to the heat
NS is implementing measures such as running fewer trains and providing water to manage the impact of extreme heat on the railway network. These adjustments may affect travelers departing from Haarlem ...
Extensive roadworks on these highways this summer: 'Stay off the road unless necessary'
Rijkswaterstaat has announced extensive roadworks on Dutch highways scheduled for the upcoming summer months. Motorists are warned to expect delays of up to an hour and are advised to prepare their jo...
Orange fever sweeps United States: why so many Americans are suddenly cheering for our heroes
A significant number of American fans in cities like Dallas, Houston, and Kansas City have joined Dutch supporters to cheer for the Netherlands national football team. These local residents are embrac...
Libraries closing early due to high temperatures, Vogelenzang library closed Wednesday: 'It’s getting too hot'
Libraries in the Zuid-Kennemerland region will close early from Wednesday through Friday this week due to expected high temperatures. The library in Vogelenzang will remain completely closed on Wednes...
Rijkswaterstaat heat protocol nationwide Wednesday and Thursday
Rijkswaterstaat has expanded its heat protocol to cover the entire Netherlands on Wednesday and Thursday. The measure, which aims to assist stranded motorists during high temperatures, follows an earl...
Rijkswaterstaat heat protocol nationwide Wednesday and Thursday
Rijkswaterstaat has extended its heat protocol to cover the entire Netherlands for Wednesday and Thursday. Under this measure, stranded motorists on national roads will be quickly escorted to safe loc...
GVB expects normal service from noon; RET late morning
Public transport operators in major Dutch cities are resuming services following a strike on Wednesday morning. Amsterdam's GVB expects to return to its regular schedule by noon, while Rotterdam's RET...
First trains and buses depart in Utrecht after public transport strike
Public transport services in the Netherlands began resuming operations after 8:00 AM on Wednesday following a national strike. Dutch Railways (NS) expects the train schedule to be largely restored to ...
Mattie & Marieke to end Qmusic morning show: 'Difficult decision'
The morning show Mattie & Marieke on Qmusic will come to an end in September after an eight-season run. The duo announced their decision in a podcast, stating that they will each pursue individual pat...
Hot? These winter photos of Haarlem will help you cool down
To help readers cope with current hot temperatures, this article presents a collection of nine photos and videos showing snowy scenes in Haarlem. It encourages people to view these winter images as a ...
In his plaid shirt, Dutchman Bert looked far from home during a three-week Ayurvedic cure in India
North Holland traffic: Delays on A7, parts of A44 and N446 closed during Wednesday morning rush hour, June 24
On Wednesday morning, June 24, traffic in North Holland faced delays on the A7 and closures on parts of the A44 and N446. The A44 closure was due to planned roadworks, while an accident caused the dis...
Yolanda Hadid engaged to Randy Kendrick
Dutch-American former model Yolanda Hadid is engaged to real estate developer Randy Kendrick. The news of the engagement, which occurred this week, was first reported by TMZ.
This Haarlem primary school is already on a heatwave schedule, leaving working parents struggling: 'Good they think of the children, but we have to rearrange everything'
The primary school De Piramide in Haarlem has implemented a heatwave schedule to protect students and staff from high temperatures inside the school building. While the measure prioritizes child safet...
Guus Til and Teun Koopmeiners have known each other since 2010 and are spending a lot of time together again at Oranje
Former AZ teammates Teun Koopmeiners and Guus Til have reunited as part of the Netherlands national team after years of playing separately. The long-time friends, who both came through the youth ranks...
Bad Bunny braves heat in fur hat at GelreDome, sending fans into ecstasy
Global superstar Bad Bunny performed a 2.5-hour concert at the GelreDome, drawing significant fan enthusiasm despite the heat. The event highlighted the artist's status as a top-streamed global perfor...
Fighting heat stress? Remove the stones from your garden
The article highlights that while people often follow standard heat-wave precautions, the negative impact of paved gardens on local temperatures is frequently overlooked. It advocates for replacing st...
Mattie van Gurp (60) and Herman Lamboo (67): ‘In his profile picture he was standing in a field of sunflowers’
