Lifestyle News in English
Latest lifestyle headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
26 young Amsterdam storks ringed
This week, 26 young storks from 18 nests across Amsterdam were fitted with identification rings to help track their migration routes and lifespan. These bands provide researchers with essential data o...
NS to alert passengers when summer ticket promotion expires
The Dutch railway company NS will notify passengers when their discounted summer subscription is nearing its end. This initiative aims to prevent travelers from accidentally paying full price for a su...
Turn off the AC and embrace the heat: you'll adapt within a week, scientist calculates
Researcher Hannah Pallubinsky explains that the human body can adapt to high temperatures within a week if people train themselves by avoiding air conditioning. She encourages using upcoming heatwaves...
Brahim Abid declines Nieuw-West chairmanship, PRO back to the drawing board
Heat strikes: up to 33 degrees, but also a chance of rain and thunderstorms
A period of intense heat is set to begin on Thursday, with temperatures reaching up to 33 degrees in the south of the Netherlands. While the day will be mostly sunny with little wind, there is a later...
Street harassment reporting point under fire shortly after launch: 'Hard to find, laughable first question'
A newly launched reporting point for street intimidation in Haarlem is facing criticism from local council members shortly after its opening. Critics highlight the platform's poor visibility and a con...
IJmuiden anniversary year prominent at port festival
The upcoming Havenfestival in IJmuiden will prominently feature celebrations for the town's 150th anniversary. This jubilee year serves as a central theme for the festival's activities and events.
Rapper Lil Nas X on bipolar disorder: 'Felt like I've known for years'
American rapper Lil Nas X revealed in an Instagram video that he has been diagnosed with bipolar disorder, a condition he suspected he had for years. The diagnosis followed an incident last year in wh...
Hundreds of thousands of viewers for Flemish quizzers unknown to Dutch audiences
Heat plan active, stay cool
A heat plan has been activated in Amsterdam as extremely high temperatures are expected over the coming days. The announcement provides safety tips to help residents stay cool during the sweltering we...
Jon Bon Jovi fully recovered from vocal problems: 'Never gave up hope'
Singer Jon Bon Jovi has fully recovered from the vocal cord surgery he underwent in 2022. Although the recovery process took longer than expected, the 64-year-old artist shared that he never lost hope...
According to Sophie Hilbrand (50), every Amsterdammer should do these five things: ‘Edible gifts are the best’
'Porridge Queen' Miriam from Obdam won the 2021 World Championship and is now bringing the Dutch Porridge Championship to the Netherlands
Miriam Groot, winner of the 2021 World Porridge Championship, organized the first Dutch National Porridge Championship held on June 20 in Heeswijk-Dinther. The competition focused on traditional prepa...
'Don't touch that sweet boy': Entire street flies rainbow flags after threat to 11-year-old
Residents of Oosterstraat in Haarlem have displayed rainbow flags in solidarity with an 11-year-old neighbor who received a threatening letter for hanging one himself. The community unified to support...
You can stop by Roy’s for coffee in IJmuiden: ‘Having my own cart was always a dream of mine’
After retiring at age 67, IJmuiden resident Roy Pesik has fulfilled his dream by launching a mobile coffee cart business called 'Barong Specialty Coffee.' The venture allows the retiree to stay active...
Katy Perry believes relationship with Justin Trudeau changed her
Singer Katy Perry stated on the podcast UnFamous that her relationship with former Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has profoundly transformed her. She described the experience as a beautiful an...
Farmer Tom’s advice: ‘My hydrangeas are turning brown so quickly, what can I do?’
Farmer Tom addresses a reader's concern about white hydrangeas turning brown prematurely in his weekly advice column. He provides tips to help Tabitha maintain the appearance and health of her garden ...
From grey box to clouds, Heemstede ATM finally gets color: ‘An eye-catcher’
A Geldmaat ATM on Julianaplein in Heemstede has been officially unveiled with a new colorful cloud-themed design chosen by local residents. The machine had remained a plain grey box for a year before ...
From lion suits to Swedish meatballs, entrepreneurs gear up for World Cup fever
Entrepreneurs in Amsterdam are gearing up for the upcoming World Cup match between the Netherlands and Sweden by offering themed merchandise and snacks. Local businesses, from party shops to projector...
Dyson can be customer-friendly too, as Ruud knows
Ruud Buurma reports a positive customer service experience with Dyson, providing a contrast to the company's generally poor reputation for service and accessibility. While the Ombudsman team and many ...
Schoonzichtlaan motorhome site allowed to stay longer: 'Contributes to social safety'
The Urban Camperspot on Schoonzichtlaan in Haarlem will remain open longer than expected as the municipality has decided to delay its closure until construction for new housing and a bridge begins. Lo...
Breestraat in Beverwijk becomes a massive activity boulevard for Day for Sport: 'Sport is such a uniting force. It goes much further than just getting tired'
On Sunday, the Breestraat in Beverwijk will transform into a large movement boulevard for the 'Dag voor de Sport' event. Organized by Beverwijk Fit & Actief, the day features a sports market showcasin...
Roemer (21) went from house to house: ‘I saw rooms with two bunk beds, 800 euros per bed’
It’s true: new aircraft are demonstrably quieter around Schiphol
Delphine (54) and Cornelia (15): ‘You’re very natural – I wish I’d had that at your age’
Relaxed dining in an intimate setting at BO by Bougainville on Dam Square
CPB: Limited impact of higher energy prices on most households
The Netherlands Bureau for Economic Policy Analysis (CPB) reports that the financial impact of rising energy and fuel prices due to the Middle East conflict is limited for most households. However, lo...
Fathers take less leave than expected, especially among low and high income earners
Only 60% of fathers are utilizing the five-week supplementary birth leave, a figure lower than previous estimates. Research indicates that use of this leave is particularly low among fathers at both t...
‘It doesn’t matter if you wear a headscarf or have tattoos, we need each other now’: residents gather after Osdorp explosion
Olivia Wilde on Harry Styles relationship: 'We lived in a bubble'
Actress and filmmaker Olivia Wilde reflected on her past relationship with Harry Styles during an appearance on the 'Call Her Daddy' podcast. Four years after their split, Wilde spoke positively about...