Lifestyle News in English
Latest lifestyle headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.

Live independently longer with Route Healthy
The 'Route Gezond' campaign has launched in Haarlem and surrounding municipalities to help residents aged 65 and older remain independent for longer. The program offers free exercise groups, health co...
Five kilometers of Beethoven's Fifth: musicians accompany runners during the Canal Festival

Norwegian Crown Princess Mette-Marit leaves hospital after lung transplant
Norwegian Crown Princess Mette-Marit has been discharged from the hospital nearly a month after undergoing a lung transplant. She is now set to continue her recovery at home over the coming months.
Tawny owls are on the rise in Amsterdam, which is bad news for rats (and good news for us)

Jörgen Raymann returns to the theater after ten years: I found it terrifying
Comedian and presenter Jörgen Raymann returns to the stage after a ten-year absence with his new show, Bigi Yari. He admitted to feeling very nervous about performing in the theater again this coming...
Empty nesters gain financial freedom, but Peter (58) and Ingrid (56) are not on the same page
Empty nesters Peter and Ingrid are experiencing increased financial freedom now that their children have moved out. Despite this relief in fixed costs, the couple is struggling with frequent conflicts...

Daniël Lippens and Roelof de Vries to host new Radio 2 morning show
Starting in August, Daniël Lippens and Roelof de Vries will host the new morning show on NPO Radio 2. They will succeed the show 'Jan-Willem Start Op!', as presenters Jan-Willem Roodbeen and Jeroen K...
Drag queen Ave Maria Orchestra: I wanted to know what happens when you let go of all expectations of yourself
Robert de Graauw, a 41-year-old performer, has recently adopted the drag persona Ave Maria Orchestra. She is set to host a diva bingo event at Café Montmartre during WorldPride Amsterdam on August 6.

Netflix to launch game show based on Monopoly board game
Netflix is developing a reality game show based on the classic board game Monopoly. Twelve contestants will compete for a grand prize of $2 million, with the series expected to premiere in the fall of...
While friends play games, Job and Julian (11) find fun in their business: We do want to earn some money
Eleven-year-olds Julian Verzendaal and Job Weerheim have launched their own candy business, demonstrating a professional approach to wholesale purchasing and negotiations. The two boys are aiming for ...
Summer weather continues in Amsterdam: sunny, warm and barely any wind
Max Vakantieman offers exactly what you need for pre-trip anxiety: wildfires, a bankrupt travel agency, and a mattress full of hair and stains
Beware, as the holidays are a goldmine for bank fraudsters
ABN Amro warns that criminals are increasingly exploiting personal data shared online to commit bank fraud while people are on vacation. Research conducted among one thousand residents indicates that ...
From Surinamese to Korean: 5 spots for finger-licking fried chicken in Amsterdam

More and more cyclists wearing helmets: "I didn't want to look stupid, so I chose this one"
The number of cyclists wearing helmets in Amsterdam is noticeably increasing, a trend particularly driven by e-bike users, the elderly, and the international community. Bicycle retailers report higher...
Ditte (30) receives 1022 euros a month from the UWV: 'I feel like success in Amsterdam is measured by how much you earn'
The rabbit is in charge: escape the busy city life with hopping bunnies at The Quiet Rex (20-plus)
These resting spots along the Weespertrekvaart have their backs to traffic
Pride grows in Europe despite opposition: 'The more it is restricted, the more people show up'
The life story of Marco van Basten and hard-hitting crime: these are the 8 fall series we are looking forward to

Vampire Diaries actor Paul Wesley married for the third time
Vampire Diaries actor Paul Wesley has married his partner, Natalie Kuckenburg, after a four-year relationship. Kuckenburg shared the news of their marriage on Instagram, following their engagement las...

Roxeanne Hazes' wedding dress was in her partner's trunk for four years
Roxeanne Hazes recently revealed details about her wedding day, noting that her wedding dress had been kept in her partner's car trunk for four years. She finally wore the garment last week.
Visiting a drag exhibition in Amsterdam with Jo.Joe and Jennifer Hopelezz: ‘It was long seen as a bit of a hobby’

More pride flags in Rivierenbuurt after acts of vandalism: "It gets to me every time"
At least seven rainbow flags have been destroyed this month in Amsterdam's Rivierenbuurt neighborhood, prompting local residents and business owners to respond by hanging even more flags. The vandalis...

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Toilets during WorldPride: here is where to find them along the Canal Parade in Amsterdam
Finding accessible toilets during major events like the Canal Parade in Amsterdam can be difficult for attendees. This article provides a list of convenient restroom locations along the event route to...
What the targeted Ajax striker lacks in physicality, he compensates for with his vision: this is Marcos Leonardo
Ajax is nearing a deal to sign Brazilian striker Marcos Leonardo for 17.5 million euros plus bonuses. The club hopes the forward will strengthen their attack at the Johan Cruijff Arena in Amsterdam.

Police rescue dog from sweltering car in parking garage: "Unfortunately it happened again"
Police in Amsterdam rescued a dog that had been left alone in an overheated car in a parking garage for over forty minutes. Authorities managed to open the vehicle without causing any damage, while an...