Lifestyle News in English
Latest lifestyle headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
Repair Café can stay on Kalverstraat longer: You build a bond with your clothes through repair and are less likely to throw them away
The Repair Café on Amsterdam's Kalverstraat has extended its operations until the end of the year due to high demand. Designers from Creator Holy assist locals with clothing repairs every Wednesday, ...
Mrs. Karels (92) is dead and Dr. Rutger must officially confirm it: that will be a peculiar task
General practitioner Dr. Rutger discusses the difficult but necessary task of officially confirming a patient's death. He recounts his experience attending to 92-year-old Mrs. Karels, whose strong pre...
Significant damage to restaurant on Jan van Galenstraat after major fire, residents evacuated
A major fire destroyed a restaurant on Jan van Galenstraat in Amsterdam after a parked scooter caught fire outside the building. Residents living in apartments above the establishment were evacuated, ...
Brave but slightly naive, Yvon Jaspers confronts farmers who previously appeared on Farmer Wants a Wife
Yvon Jaspers has produced a documentary investigating the potential link between pesticides and Parkinson's disease, prompted by her brother's diagnosis. Her efforts have led to confrontations with fa...
Ruben runs half marathon for long COVID research: "I see for myself how devastating it is"
Ruben Treurniet is running the Amsterdam half marathon this Sunday to raise funds for long COVID research, inspired by his brother Lex's struggle with the debilitating condition. The campaign has alre...
Record year for barn owls takes an unexpected turn: rescue mission in farm barn
Barn owls in Haarlemmermeer are having a record-breaking breeding year due to an exceptional abundance of mice. Experts Bert-Jan Bol and Roel Draijer, who have monitored the area for over 35 years, ha...
Spot the differences: Nieuwe Leliestraat in 1965 and 2026
During the 1960s, the Nieuwe Leliestraat in Amsterdam suffered from severe urban decay common throughout the Jordaan district. By 1974, the area saw one of its first urban renewal projects with the co...
Is running a (half) marathon really a good idea? 'Proper preparation takes months'
Thousands of runners are preparing for the 51st annual Amsterdam Marathon, an event that spans over 42 kilometers. While the training process takes months of dedication, experts and participants conti...
Restaurant Berli challenges the standard image of Indonesian cuisine: There is so much more than rendang
Restaurant Berli in Amsterdam is redefining Indonesian dining by focusing on tapas-style dishes rather than traditional classics like rendang. Owner Berlian emphasizes a menu centered around fish, tem...
Now I dare to dream again about having a dog or maybe even children
A Brazilian immigrant describes overcoming a lifetime of childhood trauma, abuse, and subsequent mental health struggles after moving to the Netherlands. Following an intensive trauma treatment and th...
Bilal Wahib and fiancée welcome baby boy Nayel: 'The sweetest'
Bilal Wahib and his fiancée have welcomed their first child, a son named Nayel Louay Wahib, who was born on October 6, 2026. The couple, who got engaged earlier this year, announced the birth of thei...
Reversing type 2 diabetes? It is possible: diabetologist explains why you must take the disease seriously immediately
Entertainer Gordon has achieved remission from type 2 diabetes through significant weight loss and increased physical activity. Experts emphasize the importance of taking the condition seriously immed...
Seniors in Noord have suffered from flies for years: 'My daughter won't visit anymore, I'm isolated'
Elderly residents in an Amsterdam-Noord apartment complex are suffering from a massive fly infestation that began after recent building renovations. The housing corporation Eigen Haard has acknowledge...
Last day for Ome Piet ferry as hopes for a successor fade
Skippers Martin Brekelmans and Erik Hoogenboom have ended their sixteen-year tenure operating the Ome Piet ferry between Badhoevedorp and the Amsterdamse Bos. Despite the route's popularity, the duo h...
After three years of misery, Perr Schuurs has a first against old love Ajax: 'I came home sad every day'
NEC defender Perr Schuurs has made a successful return to the pitch after a difficult two-and-a-half-year struggle with a severe knee injury. Playing seventy minutes against his former club, Ajax, mar...
Upstairs neighbor can refuse solar panels for fear of noise and fire risks
A subdistrict court in Amsterdam has ruled that a resident can block the installation of solar panels on a shared roof due to concerns over noise, safety, and lack of planning. The judge determined th...
Mijntje: I hope an employer looks beyond the years I didn't work for pay
Mijntje is a middle-aged woman seeking to re-enter the workforce after years of unpaid caregiving for her family. She is sharing her experience with Anne-Marije Buckens, a professional consultant who ...
Huub Stapel preferred taking to the air over the cold sea
Presenter Huub Stapel explores Dutch landscapes and traditions across four seasons in the new Omroep Max series Een jaar in vogelvlucht. The premiere featured aerial drone footage of the country, high...
Old T-shirt and a Harley: Robertino is a happy man
Amsterdam resident Robertino Lynch frequently visits a gas station on IJburglaan as part of his routine with his Harley motorcycle. Despite his wife's mixed feelings about his motorcycling and his pen...
Céline Dion physically tested ahead of concert series
Céline Dion is preparing for her return to the stage with a dedicated training program to help manage her stiff-person syndrome. The singer, who has faced significant physical struggles due to the ne...
Old biscuit factory in Haarlem becomes haunted hotel for Halloween
The former De Volharding factory in Haarlem-Noord is being transformed into the Haunted Transue Hotel from October 28 to 31. Architect Adam Transue designed the attraction using recycled materials to ...
Fierce waves and strong winds: you couldn't make kitesurf talent Alex (13) any happier
Thirteen-year-old Amsterdam resident Alex Bovenkerk is making waves as a talented young kitesurfer after only two years in the sport. Under the guidance of professional coach Gijs Wassenaar, Alex is t...
You come in alone, but soon you're sitting with friends: how BuurtBuik Amsterdam-Oost brings neighbors together
BuurtBuik Amsterdam-Oost hosts weekly community dinners at the Elthetokerk, serving meals prepared from rescued food to dozens of local residents. The initiative aims to reduce food waste while combat...
Watch out for the Spanish! This walk takes you back centuries in Haarlem
Haarlem will host a StoryTrail theater walk on October 18, where storyteller Franciscus will bring local legends and history to life for participants. The tour features tales of historical figures lik...
Ype (50) kept his homosexuality a secret for years, until that one party: 'Then all inhibitions were cast aside'
Comic creator Ype Driessen, 50, has released a book titled Vanilla, in which he openly discusses his experiences with dating on the app Grindr. After hiding his homosexuality for years, Driessen now s...
Cat falls several meters and is trapped in cavity wall for 6 days
A cat was successfully rescued after being trapped for six days in a cavity wall following a seven-meter fall. Firefighters assisted the animal ambulance by drilling into an adjacent building, eventua...
Looking for a friendly chat? Step into the yellow square at the station on Wednesday
To promote social connection, the Week of the Chat initiative is launching in Haarlem on October 14, featuring a designated yellow zone at the train station where people can meet for casual conversati...
Frustration reigns at Ajax after 1-1 draw against NEC: I don't know if we are title contenders
Ajax played to a disappointing 1-1 draw against NEC at the Johan Cruijff Arena, marking their fourth home match this season without a win. Both players and staff expressed frustration over the result,...
Ajax hardcore fans celebrate 50th anniversary with fireworks in Johan Cruyff Arena
The F-side, the hardcore fan group of Ajax, celebrated their 50th anniversary with fireworks and a large banner at the Johan Cruijff Arena in Amsterdam. During the event, former captain Dusan Tadic wa...
Froukje on the loss of her brother and the urge to please: ‘I find it difficult to bear the grief of others’
Musician Froukje Veenstra discusses her personal journey of self-discovery, the challenges of fame, and the emotional impact of grief in a recent interview with Mezza magazine. She reflects on her exp...