Lifestyle News in English
Latest lifestyle headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
Queen Máxima celebrates 55th birthday privately
Queen Máxima is celebrating her 55th birthday this Sunday in a private setting with her family. The Government Information Service confirmed that the occasion is being marked within a domestic circle...
Crowds at Bijlmer Arena station after three concerts, including Harry Styles
Following three simultaneous concerts in Amsterdam, including a performance by Harry Styles, Station Bijlmer Arena experienced severe overcrowding and a brief temporary closure on Monday night. The st...
Harry Styles kicks off Arena concert series to loud cheers
British singer Harry Styles kicked off his concert series at the Johan Cruijff ArenA in Amsterdam on Saturday night. Thousands of fans greeted the artist with deafening cheers as he performed the open...
Video | Harry Styles has entire concert audience sing for fan's birthday
Hillegom completes first task and can no longer be directly relegated
Hillegom avoided direct relegation after securing a 2-0 victory against VIOS W. The team now has a chance to achieve full safety in their final match of the season, depending on their own result and t...
After three days of camping, it's finally time for the 'Harries': "It was cold and rainy"
Fans of Harry Styles have begun entering the Johan Cruijff Arena in Amsterdam for the first of ten scheduled concerts after camping outside for up to three days in cold and rainy weather. Local busine...
HBC on the verge of promotion playoffs after flattering 4-1 win at DEM
HBC moved into third place in the fourth division after a 1-4 victory over DEM under interim coach Jasper Ketting. The team is now just one win away from securing a spot in the promotion playoffs.
Police warn about WhatsApp 'girl houses', girls sharing personal photos
Police in Amsterdam are warning about 'WhatsApp girls' houses,' where children as young as 11 share personal photos and videos that may be monitored by anonymous adults. These channels often require a...
Froukje de Both once suffered whiplash: ‘I just accepted that stiff neck’
Dutch presenter Froukje de Both shared her experiences living with the long-term effects of a whiplash injury in a recent interview. She explained that she has accepted her chronic stiff neck and limi...
A man experiences a hot flash. Yanaika Zomer: 'Why do we only acknowledge it's not exaggeration when a man finds it annoying?'
Yanaika Zomer criticizes the societal double standard where hot flashes are only validated when experienced by men rather than women. The author illustrates this point by describing a man using a cool...
Ella is in love with the IJmuiden port area: 'The grit, the bustle. I feel truly at home here'
Ella Grapperhaus has opened her kickboxing school, Ella’s, in the industrial Vissershavenstraat area of IJmuiden. The 35-year-old owner expresses a deep personal connection to the raw and busy atmos...
The city eyes the countryside: 'You can see the Green Heart is being gnawed at'
Urban development is increasingly encroaching on the Groene Hart region, specifically along the Hofdijklaan between Leiderdorp and Oud Ade. As farms are replaced by housing and holiday parks, local re...
Watching the Eurovision final tonight after all? Don't miss these countries
This article provides a viewing guide for the Eurovision Song Contest final, highlighting must-see performances. It includes specific timing details to help viewers tune in for the competition's most ...
Disbelief among watch hunters on PC Hooftstraat after sale cancelled: 'Shame it wasn't better organized'
A highly anticipated sale of an exclusive watch collection in Amsterdam's P.C. Hooftstraat was cancelled this morning due to safety concerns. Dozens of people had camped outside for days to purchase t...
Beatrixplein intersection in Haarlem-East reopens, major Prins Bernhardlaan project to be completed by end of year
The intersection of Prins Bernhardlaan and Prinses Beatrixplein in Haarlem has partially reopened to traffic following a major renovation. While some sections near Van Zeggelenplein remain closed for ...
King Charles 'saddened' by death of soldier at horse show
King Charles expressed his sadness following the death of a soldier at the Royal Windsor Horse Show on Friday. The soldier died at the scene after falling from his horse while exiting the arena.
Johnny de Mol sought comfort in food during difficult period after abuse case
Dutch presenter Johnny de Mol revealed in an interview that he struggled emotionally and turned to food for comfort following an assault case filed by his ex-partner in 2020. The legal case was eventu...
Manor in Santpoort-Noord: new owners, traditionally delicious (8)
The Chinese-Indonesian restaurant Manor in Santpoort-Noord has transitioned to new ownership after being operated by the Wu family for over forty years. Located on Hagelingerweg, the establishment rem...
Peter Gillis is back, and Eurovision – as if nothing happened
In Hakim Traïdia’s home village, they didn’t believe in newspapers. Now, a paper wants him to write columns.
Actor and mime artist Hakim Traïdia, widely known for his role in Sesamstraat, has joined the newspaper as a bi-weekly columnist. Born in Algeria and a resident of Haarlem since 1979, Traïdia will b...
Many Swatch stores closed worldwide due to chaos over new watch
Swiss watchmaker Swatch temporarily closed its stores in several countries, including the Netherlands, on Saturday due to overwhelming crowds for a new watch launch. Similar closures occurred in the U...
'Life doesn't end after an amputation': Helioheroes René (48) and Roosmarijn (24) climb mountain in Austria
René Meijer and occupational therapist Roosmarijn Smit, representing the Helioheroes handbike team from the Heliomare rehabilitation center, will climb the Kaunertaler glacier in Austria on June 25. ...
Chronically ill Michelle (23) makes Haarlem station a little more colorful
Michelle van Doorn, a 23-year-old living with chronic fatigue syndrome (ME), has installed a "trinket trade box" near Haarlem Station to connect with the community. The box allows passersby to exchang...
Even small breasts need support: how to choose the right sports bra
All women, regardless of breast size, are advised to wear a sports bra during physical activity to prevent long-term sagging. Experts recommend selecting bras made from synthetic materials rather than...
Presenter Bas Westerweel (62) dies unexpectedly
Presenter Bas Westerweel (62) dies unexpectedly
Dutch presenter and radio maker Bas Westerweel has passed away unexpectedly at the age of 62. He was found in his apartment in Enschede on Friday, just one day before his 63rd birthday.
Another ferry to the Amsterdamse Bos faces closure: 'It would be a great shame'
The 'Ome Piet' ferry service connecting Badhoevedorp to the Amsterdamse Bos is at risk of shutting down as its volunteer skippers retire without finding successors. Coupled with potential subsidy cuts...
Fans in suspense: ‘Please let the Telstar fairytale become a storybook’
Telstar fans are awaiting the final match against Volendam to see if the club will secure its place in the Eredivisie. The team has become a fan favorite throughout the Netherlands, and local resident...
70th Eurovision is no iconic celebration: artists and viewers stay away
The 70th edition of the Eurovision Song Contest is taking place tonight, featuring a live orchestra and past winners. However, the event faces significant challenges as both artists and viewers are re...
Everyone wants time off in May, payroll administrator Ronald (61) works flat out
While many employees take time off in May for holidays like Ascension Day and Pentecost, 61-year-old payroll administrator Ronald faces an increased workload. Anne-Marije Buckens, who runs a company h...