Lifestyle News in English
Latest lifestyle headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
"Manosphere is mega scary": men march against violence against women
Around two hundred men held a protest march in Amsterdam to advocate for women's safety and denounce violence against women. The organizers emphasized that men have a collective responsibility to addr...
Is higher interest on student debt fair? 'Unlucky generation experiences injustice'
Students who studied between 2015 and 2023 are facing higher interest rates on their student loans due to automatic adjustments linked to government bond yields. This generation, which missed out on b...
The embroidered softness of René Onclin's existence
Amsterdam-based artist René Onclin captures urban scenes and family photographs by transforming them into intricate embroidery. His work often seeks to add softness to reality, as seen in his current...
Miljuschka Witzenhausen struggles with mental health: 'Sometimes I would rather not exist'
Television presenter Miljuschka Witzenhausen has shared her ongoing struggle with mental health issues, admitting that she sometimes battles feelings of non-existence. By speaking out publicly, she ai...
Call: who can help wheelchair user Martijn get to the Ajax match tonight?
A 52-year-old wheelchair-bound Ajax fan named Martijn is urgently looking for an adult volunteer to accompany him to tonight's football match against NEC at the Johan Cruijff Arena. Because of stadium...
Nico Dijkshoorn hit by fatbike: 'Was doing 50 kilometers per hour'
Writer Nico Dijkshoorn was struck by a speeding fatbike while walking on the street, leaving him injured and disoriented. The cyclist, who was reportedly traveling at 50 kilometers per hour, reacted w...
OG3NE singer Shelley is getting married: 'Easiest answer ever'
OGENE singer Shelley Vol has announced her engagement to her partner, describing the moment as an intimate and easy decision. The artist gained fame alongside her sisters after winning The Voice of Ho...
This is what women think of the men's march: Men should stand up for themselves more
Mandy's flower shop hopes to reopen in two weeks after devastating fire
Mandy's Bloemenshop in Amsterdam plans to reopen in two weeks after a fire caused by a short circuit destroyed their previous kiosk. The owners have secured permission to build a new shop and have rai...
Metro service limited or suspended during Ajax match and concerts at Ziggo Dome and Afas Live
Track maintenance near Van der Madeweg is causing metro disruptions in Amsterdam until Tuesday, affecting lines 53 and 54. These transit issues coincide with major events at the Johan Cruijff Arena, Z...
Myrte (37) still mourns the years lost to iron deficiency: 'I felt held back'
Myrte, 37, spent years suffering from unexplained exhaustion and sensory overload that impacted her ability to work and lead a normal life. After discovering she had a severe iron deficiency, she rece...
Actor Joes Brauers: ‘As a child I was a fan of the dentist’
Golden Calf winner Joes Brauers shares personal insights in the Mezza magazine column Hemd van het lijf. He discusses his simple joys and expresses regret over his gym membership.
Around two hundred men join 'Men's March' through Amsterdam city center: 'I want other men to hold me accountable for my mistakes'
Approximately two hundred men marched through Amsterdam on Saturday to protest against sexism and violence against women. While the organizer intended to encourage men to take responsibility for cultu...
Verlinde sought professional help after death of Antonie Kamerling: 'It helped a lot'
Albert Verlinde sought professional help to process his grief following the death of Antonie Kamerling and the loss of his parents. This experience helped him address deeper emotional issues, leading ...
Former Bijlmerbajes kitchen to become nightclub for 3000 visitors
A former prison kitchen at the Bijlmerbajes in Amsterdam is being transformed into a large-scale nightclub called Bajes, capable of hosting 3,000 visitors. The new venue is set to open during the Amst...
Schaatsen voor 65 cent, appels plukken en springkussens: de leukste uitjes met kinderen in de herfstvakantie
The autumn holiday in Amsterdam features a wide variety of activities for children, including film festivals, sports events, museum programs, and outdoor harvest celebrations. Families can participate...
Broken foot for Esra de Ruiter after fall at Televizier-Ring Gala
Esra de Ruiter sustained a broken foot after falling during the Televizier-Ring Gala. She later appeared on the talk show Renze with her foot in a cast to explain that the accident was caused by a coo...
Di-rect singer Marcel Veenendaal (44): ‘Every year they ask if I want to do The Passion. No way, I call it Depression’
Marcel Veenendaal, the lead singer of the band Di-rect, recently discussed his career and musical interests during an interview. The conversation coincided with the release of the group's latest album...
Opinion: A man was masturbating on metro 53. Is Amsterdam doing enough to protect women in Zuidoost?
An incident of public indecency on Amsterdam's metro line 53 has sparked criticism regarding the safety of women traveling to the Zuidoost district at night. The upcoming cancellation of the direct ro...
'The worst part? That the whole street watched as they followed me and called me names': this is what everyday violence against queer people in Amsterdam looks like
Five queer residents of Amsterdam have shared personal testimonies describing a rising climate of hate, intimidation, and violence against the LGBTQ+ community. These individuals report that anti-quee...
The Bear has nothing on this: inside the kitchen of the award-winning Cradam
Café-Restaurant Amsterdam is celebrating its anniversary while managing a high-volume service that sees around six hundred reservations on weekend days. The kitchen staff maintains a fast-paced envir...
The year of young internet pioneers, bagels and coffee to go: was 1996 the year Amsterdam became a metropolis?
The year 1996 is highlighted as a transformative period for Amsterdam, marked by significant infrastructure projects like the Amsterdam Arena and the initial planning for the Noord/Zuidlijn. This era ...
I only remember bits and pieces of Amsterdam in 1996
Many prominent Amsterdam institutions, including the Johan Cruijff Arena and the Amsterdam Dance Event, are celebrating their thirtieth anniversary in 2024. This wave of milestones highlights 1996 as ...
In the ‘Disco’ exhibition at the Wereldmuseum, you can finally get into the strictest nightclub ever
The Wereldmuseum is hosting an exhibition titled Disco that explores the history and culture of the legendary New York nightclub Studio 54. Beyond just the music, the exhibit provides visitors with an...
De Poldervogel is generous with sweets, skimps on salt, and is otherwise a fine neighborhood restaurant
De Poldervogel is a community-oriented restaurant in the Watergraafsmeer area of Amsterdam founded by local residents. While a recent review highlighted issues with dish preparation, such as an imbala...
Devanshu (34) from Mumbai left Amsterdam twice but kept coming back: 'I was welcomed here with open arms'
Devanshu Dalmia, a 34-year-old from Mumbai, has moved to Amsterdam twice for work and chose to return both times because he felt welcomed. He is now focused on raising awareness about the high levels ...
Amsterdam singer Caro (45) feels like a bit of an intruder in Zuid: 'In the Jordaan I learned as a child: leave your arrogance at home'
Singer Caro discusses her upbringing in the Jordaan neighborhood and her current life in Amsterdam-Zuid in an interview with Robert Vuijsje. She reflects on how her views of the city have shifted over...
Review: The Ghost Footballer, about an amateur pretending to be a pro, is full of surprises
The documentary De Spookvoetballer chronicles the life of Bernio Verhagen, a fraudster who convinced professional football clubs to sign him by pretending to be a talented player. Currently imprisoned...
1 in 5 fatbike riders fined during police check in city center
Police in Amsterdam recently conducted a traffic enforcement operation where they inspected 52 fatbikes and issued 41 citations for various violations. Notable offenses included 10 instances of illega...
Haarlem traffic artery closed: Schipholweg shut to car traffic
The Schipholweg in Haarlem is closed to car traffic until October 12 to allow for the construction of a bicycle basement at the new Spaarnepoort bus station. While motorists must follow posted diversi...