Lifestyle News in English
Latest lifestyle headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
Popular Swatch watches pulled from Dutch stores following sales chaos
Swatch has removed its new Royal Pop watches from three stores in the Netherlands due to safety concerns for staff and customers following chaotic sales. Sales of the collection will resume once the c...
Large swarm of bees causes commotion in Heemstede shopping street
A swarm of approximately 7,000 to 8,000 bees caused unrest on the Binnenweg shopping street in Heemstede on Tuesday afternoon. Beekeeper Pim Lemmers arrived at the scene to assess and manage the large...
IKEA introduces lingonberry-flavored Swedish meatball lollipop
IKEA is releasing a limited-edition Swedish meatball-flavored lollipop with lingonberry after a positive response to what began as an April Fool's joke. The unique candy will be distributed as a one-t...
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How to know if your cholesterol is too high (and what to do about it)
Dave Krajenbrink from the Heart Foundation provides answers to common questions regarding high cholesterol and how to maintain healthy levels. While often symptomless, high cholesterol is a major risk...
Duinwijck goes for third star: National champion strengthens as experienced core remains intact
Reigning national champion Duinwijck has strengthened its squad with two new signings ahead of the badminton Eredivisie season starting in September. The Haarlem-based club remains confident as its ex...
Karaoke, breathing speakers and 18+ nudes: This is Amsterdam's contribution to This Art Fair on Fort Island IJmuiden
Thailand ends 60-day visa-free travel for tourists
The Thai government has decided to end its 60-day visa-free travel policy, a measure originally introduced to boost tourism. This change affects travelers from 93 countries, including visitors from th...
Going on vacation is hard work, as I discovered in the online queue for the Colosseum
The author describes their habit of using detailed lists and spreadsheets to organize all aspects of life, including work and personal finances. This meticulous planning extends to vacations, where ta...
Shanna Slaap and Samir Hassan to star in 101 Dalmatians musical this autumn
Shanna Slaap and Samir Hassan will star as the lead characters Daniëlle and Tom in the upcoming musical production of 101 Dalmatians. Based on the classic animated film, the show is scheduled to prem...
One man's trash is another man's treasure
During the Week Without Waste, residents and organizations are showcasing creative ways to reuse and repair items that would otherwise be thrown away. The initiative encourages giving products like fu...
Weekly tips: things to do in Amsterdam from May 18 to 22
This article provides a guide to various events and activities happening in Amsterdam from May 18 to May 22. It highlights a range of things to do in the Dutch capital throughout the upcoming week.
That creaking door again, footsteps in the hall, and a little voice: I can't sleep. What to do when your child keeps getting out of bed?
This article discusses the common parenting challenge of children who repeatedly leave their beds after being tucked in for the night. It addresses the frustration parents feel when their evening rout...
325-year-old Stokman Duck Decoy in Vijfhuizen is living family heritage: ‘You can still feel the past here’
The Eendenkooi Stokman in Vijfhuizen is celebrating its 325th anniversary as a preserved piece of family heritage and nature. Located just two kilometers from Schiphol Airport, the site offers guided ...
Roel van Velzen learned to cope better with emotions after losing his father
Dutch singer Roel van Velzen shared that he learned to better manage his emotions following the death of his father and his divorce. Since that period, he has focused more on self-reflection and under...
Open day at Zandvoort fire department: chance to learn about the work and vehicles
The Zandvoort fire department is hosting an open day on Saturday, May 30, from 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM to recruit new volunteers. Visitors at Linnaeusstraat 2 will have the opportunity to learn about fire...
Wouter Laumans on Swatch watch hype: ‘It has turned into a total mess worldwide’
Drizzly day ahead but temperatures to soar: 28 degrees expected this Pentecost weekend
The Netherlands faces a drizzly start to the week with heavy showers expected on Tuesday and Wednesday. However, temperatures are forecast to rise rapidly, reaching up to 28 degrees Celsius during the...
These travel expert tips will make your holiday affordable: ‘It can save hundreds of euros’
Travel experts, including tourism strategist Isabel Mosk, share tips for booking affordable summer vacations as Google search interest for holidays peaks in May. The advice focuses on strategies for f...
Travel back in time: these bunkers near Haarlem to open soon
During the upcoming Bunkerdag event, historic World War II bunkers located near Haarlem and across the Netherlands will open their doors to the public. Visitors will have the opportunity to explore th...
Frederik Brom and Ricky Koole to star in theater show Huisgenoten
Actors Frederik Brom and Ricky Koole will star in the upcoming theater production Huisgenoten starting next year. The play follows a divorced couple forced to continue living together due to the housi...
Amsterdam police sound alarm as WhatsApp ‘girls' houses’ attract thousands of strangers: ‘Anyone can watch’
Amsterdam police are warning about public WhatsApp channels known as 'meidenhuizen' where teenage girls share private photos and personal data. Youth officer Mahasin highlights the danger of thousands...
Men wanted: Take It Easy choir faces severe shortage. 'The three of us have to work incredibly hard,' says bass Ed
The Haarlem-based pop and musical choir Take It Easy is facing a severe shortage of male members, with only three basses currently in the ensemble. Chairperson Anneke Groen expressed the need for more...
Banned pesticides found in Jumbo and Albert Heijn rice and tea
Food watchdog Foodwatch discovered residues of EU-banned pesticides in rice, tea, and various herbs sold at Dutch supermarkets Jumbo and Albert Heijn. The investigation involved testing 64 different p...
Annual Vijfhoek Art Route reveals 'The Secret of Haarlem' in characteristic streets and courtyards
The annual Vijfhoek Art Route will take place on May 30 and 31, 2026, in the Vijfhoek neighborhood of Haarlem. This year's theme, 'The Secret,' invites visitors to explore art across various hidden lo...
Singer Jacques Herb has had no contact with his eldest sons for fifty years
Dutch singer Jacques Herb revealed that he has not had contact with his two eldest sons for over fifty years. The 79-year-old admitted that the estrangement occurred because he was too focused on hims...
Without the previous resident’s roughly 150 plants, Veronique’s apartment suddenly seemed much larger
Kromhoutstraat glass fish saved from gathering dust; take them home during Vissenloop and VissenRun
Decorative glass fish from the Kromhoutstraat retaining wall are being repurposed and offered to the public during the Vissenloop and VissenRun events on May 30 and 31. Participants can take a fish ho...
