Lifestyle News in English
Latest lifestyle headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
Kristien (62) and Felice (22): ‘You thought everything about me was annoying back then, but now you’ve raided my entire closet’
Kristien van Dillen and her daughter Felice discuss the shift in their relationship from years of adolescent friction to a closer bond in adulthood. Living in Amsterdam, the pair reflects on how past ...
Young fans queue for hours at Ziggo Dome ahead of Roxy Dekker concert: I think I am going to cry a lot
Hundreds of young fans have flocked to the Ziggo Dome in Amsterdam for a series of four sold-out concerts by pop star Roxy Dekker. The 21-year-old artist has made history as the first woman to headlin...
Hinke and Giovanni from Married at First Sight are expecting their first child
Hinke and Giovanni, a couple from the tenth season of the Dutch reality show Married at First Sight, have announced they are expecting their first child. They are the only couple from their season who...
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Young maker Sytze Bouma on Drag Me [2] RoXY: ‘By putting on a glitter dress, sides of me wake up that are otherwise asleep’
Theater maker Sytze Bouma uses drag as a powerful tool to explore his identity and tell complex stories on stage. His latest production, Drag Me [2] RoXY, dives into the history of the legendary club ...
Weekend tips: things to do in Haarlem (September 4-6)
Haarlem hosts several events from September 4-6, including the opening of De Volharding, the Kweekmarkt, and the Haarlem Classic Film Festival. Additional weekend activities feature a local design mar...
Daan and Aylano started their party 'Overbruggen' during corona: 'We didn't need a catchy English name'
Daan de Bakker and Aylano Scipio are celebrating the five-year anniversary of their event series, Overbruggen, which they originally started during the pandemic. The milestone will be marked by two pa...
When your child leaves home: 'Accept that you are no longer the most important person in their life'
As tens of thousands of young adults in the Netherlands move out of their family homes this month, experts advise parents to transition from a role of control to one of availability. Parents are encou...
Restoration of fire-hit Vennep restaurant takes much longer than expected
Restaurant Orries in Nieuw-Vennep will remain closed for at least three months due to extensive smoke damage from a recent kitchen fire. Owner Brian Hendriks, who initially hoped for a quick recovery,...
The blissful summer is over and it hurts so much
Wessel Penning reflects on the difficult transition from the pleasant summer holidays back to daily reality. He describes this period as a harsh landing, contrasting with the French term 'La Rentrée'...
Dredging for a safe City Swim: "You can now walk on the bottom without getting hurt"
Crews are clearing debris from Amsterdam's canal route to ensure participant safety during this Sunday's City Swim event. The swim, which aims to raise money for ALS research, will host over 3,300 par...
The favorite spots of Amsterdam's Grannies: 'At this market, we got gifts everywhere'
The stars of the television series De Grannies van Amsterdam have revealed their favorite spots across the city, ranging from lively markets to tranquil parks and museums. These local recommendations ...
Restaurants in Noord and school in West launch their own IJ ferry service during public transport strike
To address the challenges posed by the public transport strike on September 9, local restaurants in Amsterdam-Noord have partnered with a canal cruise company to launch a temporary private ferry servi...
Nienke Plas and Resley Stjeward split up after eighteen years: 'Sad decision'
Nienke Plas and Resley Stjeward have announced their separation after eighteen years together and four years of marriage. The couple stated that they remain committed to co-parenting their three child...
Katy Perry finds the 'legendary love' she was looking for with Justin Trudeau
Katy Perry has publicly confirmed her relationship with former Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, describing him as the love of her life. The singer credits their connection with helping her heal...
Dozens living illegally on boats in Erasmusgracht without water or electricity
Approximately thirty boats moored along the Erasmusgracht in Amsterdam are currently used as illegal residences, often by people facing financial barriers to traditional housing. Local authorities are...
Monne, formerly Amstel Boathouse and Miranda Paviljoen, is modern Mediterranean, idyllic on the Amstel, quietly located next to Zorgvlied
Monne is a new modern Mediterranean restaurant situated on the banks of the Amstel in Amsterdam, replacing the former Amstel Boathouse and Miranda Paviljoen. The venue features an extensive terrace an...
Jeantwan (31) moved from Malta to Amsterdam: ‘We leave the house late, but buy immediately’
Thirty-one-year-old Jeantwan Teuma recently relocated from Malta to Amsterdam. He notes significant cultural differences regarding housing habits and family dynamics between his home country and his n...
Badr Hari's divorce leads to argument with ex over raising five children: 'No question of physical violence'
Former kickboxer Badr Hari was arrested in Amsterdam amid an escalating dispute with his ex-wife regarding the upbringing of their five children. Hari denies allegations of stalking, threats, and insu...
High interest in first student market for vocational schools: ‘We are the doers of the city’
Amsterdam recently hosted the first student market dedicated to vocational, or mbo, students to improve their social and academic recognition. The initiative aims to change the perception of these stu...
Gasoline at record high: taking a detour saves 20 euros per tank
Gasoline prices in the Netherlands have surged to record highs, prompting many motorists to experience significant financial pressure. Drivers can save approximately 20 euros per tank by avoiding expe...
Shoot Your Shot is looking for young film talent
De Schuur in Haarlem is calling for submissions from young filmmakers aged 12 to 21 for its 2026 Shoot Your Shot competition under the theme 'Double.' Entrants can participate in workshops and compete...
Young talents shine during Fashion Week: "I even shed a tear"
Amsterdam Fashion Week is celebrating local creativity by highlighting emerging designers, including a special anniversary archive show by Tess van Zalinge. Industry experts also noted a shift in fash...
Homeless poet pulls elegant purple vibrator from his bag: ‘Since I’ve had this, the rats stay away’
A resident in Amsterdam provided a homeless poet with lemonade and socks after hearing him recite a poem near the Zuiderkerk. When asked how he copes with rats while sleeping outdoors, the man reveale...
Pieter Calandlaan revamped after fatal accident involving 13-year-old boy
Amsterdam is redesigning the Pieter Calandlaan in the Nieuw-West district to improve traffic safety following a string of accidents, including a fatal collision involving a 13-year-old boy. The projec...
Wreck lifting for the Amsterdam City Swim with the men from Waternet
Waternet is clearing wrecks and debris from the canals in preparation for the Amsterdam City Swim event held on Sunday, September 6th. This maintenance ensures the waterways are safe for the thousands...
Very cheap room in the heart of London: Booking.com leaves fake ad for 10 Downing Street listing up
The British consumer group Which? created a fake Booking.com listing for 10 Downing Street to demonstrate how easily fraudulent advertisements can persist on the platform. Despite the absurdity of the...
Beach bus pilot to Zandvoort ends: will it return next year?
A pilot bus service connecting visitors to the beaches of Zandvoort and Bloemendaal has finished its trial run. Local authorities are currently reviewing the initiative's success and will decide by mi...
Wijnants (VVD) doubts more expensive East Bridge: "Predict it will cost 1 billion euros"
VVD faction leader Daan Wijnants is questioning the viability of the Oostbrug project in Amsterdam due to rising costs, which he estimates could hit 1 billion euros. He argues that the Westbrug should...
Municipality provides no alternative transport during September 9 public transport strike: That is not good news for Noord
A nationwide 24-hour public transport strike on September 9 will halt all trains, buses, metros, and ferries, leaving residents of Amsterdam-Noord largely isolated. City officials have rejected altern...
Documentary addresses awkward power dynamics in the open-plan office: 'You end up trapped together'
Documentary filmmaker Maartje Bakers explores the uncomfortable dynamics of workplace performance reviews in her film De manager. By capturing these traditionally private conversations, she exposes th...