Lifestyle News in English
Latest lifestyle headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
Weekend tips: things to do in Amsterdam from September 4 to 6
Amsterdam is hosting a wide array of free and ticketed events from September 4 to 6, including outdoor festivals, theater performances, and community celebrations. Residents can enjoy diverse activiti...
Tofik Dibi addresses rent arrears and bailiff scandal: "I am a human with real human problems"
Amsterdam city council member Tofik Dibi has addressed concerns regarding his residency and financial situation after reports surfaced about his rent arrears and avoidence of bailiffs. Dibi confirmed ...
Stale bread? New plan: how to save 3 slices a week (and it's delicious too)
This article provides tips on how to repurpose stale bread into delicious meals to reduce food waste. By implementing these strategies, households can save three slices of bread per week.
Motorist (25) arrested in Heemstede after positive drug test and discovery of nitrous oxide
A 25-year-old driver was arrested in Heemstede after testing positive for cannabis during a traffic stop. Police additionally seized five nitrous oxide cylinders and soft drugs from his vehicle.
Ajax confirms arrival of experienced defender Thilo Kehrer
Ajax has signed experienced German international defender Thilo Kehrer on a one-year loan from AS Monaco to strengthen their defensive options. The 29-year-old becomes the club's tenth summer signing,...
Children aged 12 and under can attend youth performances for free at Stadsschouwburg Haarlem
Stadsschouwburg Haarlem is offering free tickets to children aged 12 and under for two youth performances, Contra and Robin Hood, this year. The initiative seeks to make theater more accessible to you...
Sean Ono Lennon and girlfriend welcome first child: 'We made a human!'
Sean Ono Lennon and his partner, Kemp Muhl, have announced the birth of their first child. The newborn is the first grandchild of Yoko Ono and the late John Lennon.
Dyson launches pricey toothbrush with built-in camera
Dyson has released a 490-euro toothbrush equipped with a macro camera that allows users to monitor their oral hygiene via a mobile app. The device features an automatic mouthwash delivery system that ...
Vote at the Stopera at 12:30 PM: Oostbrug cost explosion and what to do with data centers?
The Amsterdam city council is debating the significant cost overrun of the Oostbrug project amid allegations that former alderman Melanie van der Horst withheld financial information from the council....
Number of divorces falls in Haarlem, but less sharply than nationwide
The number of divorces in Haarlem has decreased since 2018, though this decline is slower than the national average in the Netherlands. Recent data highlights a trend toward older couples ending their...
Sander Kieboom (47) and Eva Westerveld (45): ‘Eva caught my eye immediately. I have to talk to her, I thought’
Sander Kieboom and Eva Westerveld describe the serendipitous start of their relationship in Amsterdam, which involved wearing rabbit ears while distributing party favors. The couple spent their first ...
Tram to nowhere: Strandeiland awaits residents and facilities but is already accessible via line 26
Amsterdam has extended tram line 26 to serve the new district of Strandeiland, adding three new stops to the network. Despite the operational tram service, the area remains entirely vacant with no exi...
North largely at a standstill during strike: "Annoying, but they are absolutely right"
Public transport and ferry services in Amsterdam-Noord will be halted on September 9 due to a scheduled strike. Although the disruption poses challenges for residents, many locals have expressed under...
Halsema wants to clarify Amsterdam hospitality rules: Spontaneous dancing in cafes remains possible
Amsterdam Mayor Femke Halsema has clarified new hospitality rules to ensure that spontaneous dancing in cafes remains allowed and that sound level regulations are not overly restrictive. The updated p...
From theater raves to 'autobiog-fiction' about butts: our theater critics recommend these 6 shows from the 21st Amsterdam Fringe Festival
The 21st Amsterdam Fringe Festival begins on September 3, featuring diverse experimental performances by young theater makers at 23 locations. Critics have highlighted six shows that range from theate...
These B&B Vol Liefde owners used to live in Amsterdam
Three participants from the television show B&B Vol Liefde—Thomas, Eline, and Timothy—all lived in Amsterdam before moving abroad to run hospitality businesses in Spain, Aruba, and Ibiza. As the s...
Do you have thin nails that tear easily? This can help according to a medical pedicurist
Medical pedicurist Denise Bruins provides expert advice on how to properly care for thin or brittle nails. This article is the fifth installment of a series focused on maintaining healthy nails.
Aboard with ferryman Rens Hendrikse: 'Water, city and people come together on the ferry'
The GVB is actively recruiting new, experienced skippers to operate the essential ferries across the IJ in Amsterdam. Skipper Rens Hendrikse highlights the unique nature of the job, where city life an...
Klaas van der Eerden and Anna split up: 'Looking back with a lot of happiness'
Klaas van der Eerden has announced his separation from his partner, Anna, after deciding to go their separate ways earlier this year. The comedian stated that the divorce is already official and the p...
Five questions about the life of a transfer journalist: 'Sometimes I make forty to fifty calls a day'
Journalist Johan Inan details the hectic experience of covering football transfers, highlighting the massive daily volume of communication required to track deals. He explains how the modern transfer ...
Kickboxer Badr Hari arrested in Amsterdam: police investigate threats and insults
Kickboxer Badr Hari has been arrested in Amsterdam for allegedly violating a contact order by threatening and insulting his former partner near Museumplein. While the athlete’s lawyer denies any phy...
Are the hot days over? Here is the weather forecast for September in Haarlem
September in Haarlem is expected to be a mix of sunny periods and scattered showers, with temperatures generally ranging between 19 and 23 degrees Celsius. While the month begins with unsettled weathe...
Doja Cat struggled with alcohol and drugs: 'But I was never an alcoholic'
Doja Cat has publicly discussed her past struggles with alcohol and cocaine use, emphasizing the negative impact these substances had on her mental health. The artist, who has previously shared her di...
Walking and viewing art in the Amsterdam Forest
Visitors to the Amsterdamse Bos can enjoy seven outdoor art installations this autumn. These works are designed to provide a new perspective on the surrounding natural environment.
Donny Roelvink refused to apologize: why shouldn't he be allowed to think his wife has no business with a male trainer?
Renze Klamer returned to television with a talk show that featured a tense discussion with influencer Donny Roelvink. The interview focused on Roelvink's controversial podcast comments regarding gende...
Efteling to open renovated Raveleijn area on December 1
Efteling will reopen its renovated Raveleijn area on December 1 following a 20 million euro project that includes a new show developed with Puy du Fou. The expansion also adds a new ride called Ravenr...
Many drivers forced to cut back due to rising gas prices, says ANWB
Rising fuel prices are forcing many Dutch drivers to reduce spending on vacations, dining out, and leisure activities. The ANWB reports that these costs are primarily impacting lower and middle-income...
Cheap gasoline, 400-gram schnitzels and rock-bottom supermarket prices: this village is just mimicking Germany
Entrepreneurs in the Dutch village of Gendt are attracting bargain-hunting customers by offering low fuel prices, large schnitzels, and affordable groceries. The initiative aims to replicate a German-...
Running red lights or texting while cycling? Haarlemmermeer community officers can now issue fines
Community officers in Haarlemmermeer are now authorized to issue fines to cyclists and pedestrians for traffic violations such as phone use or running red lights. The municipality is implementing thes...
Amsterdam has gone completely overboard with the number of trash cans
The author argues that Amsterdam has installed an excessive number of public trash cans, which frequently overflow and contribute to the city's litter problem. He suggests that removing most of these ...