Lifestyle News in English
Latest lifestyle headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
The municipal bathhouse was an instrument of civilization (though things sometimes got quite uncivilized)
A century and a half ago, municipal bathhouses served as vital hygiene facilities for working-class residents who lacked private showers and running water. These institutions were considered tools for...
Walk of Life Warm-Up in Heemskerk: walking for connection and mental health: ‘A walk is the shortest path to a good conversation’
The Walk of Life Warming-Up initiative is organizing walks across the Netherlands, including Heemskerk, to promote mental health and social connection. Led locally by Fabienne Zwanenburg, the program ...
Drink producer Stëlz adjusts advertisement after criticism of new poster
The Amsterdam-based beverage producer Stélz has announced it will modify its latest advertising poster following public criticism. The company confirmed the decision after initial reporting by RTL Ni...
Review: Ainara (17) is determined to become a nun in ‘Los Domigos’, no matter what her family tries
Telstar fans review stadium snacks: From delicious Twente ham rolls to noodle snacks as hard as hockey pucks
Fans of the football club Telstar review snacks at various Dutch stadiums during away matches via their Instagram account 'Witte Leeuwen op Reis!'. Their critiques range from praising delicious local ...
Jesper Roele’s reconstruction of the suddenly cancelled house festival: ‘A fuck-up on all sides’
New reality show in the making about Amsterdam squares: ‘Love blossoms and relationships end’
A new reality television program is currently in development that will document daily life and social interactions on the squares of Amsterdam. Created by Vincent ter Voert, the show will follow vario...
Amsterdam drinks producer Stëlz adjusts ads after criticism
Things to do on Ascension Day in Amsterdam: from Rolling Kitchens to yoga by the IJ
Amsterdam offers a variety of activities for the Ascension Day holiday, including the Rollende Keukens food truck festival and yoga sessions along the IJ river. The city provides numerous entertainmen...
Check your power connection before going green
Residents in Haarlem are advised to verify if their electrical connections are sufficient before installing sustainable technologies like heat pumps or solar panels. Due to increasing grid congestion ...
Dead man found in Lijnbaansstraat home, police suspect foul play
How a tent swap led to the cancellation of Music On festival: ‘They knew about the change, after that we heard nothing’
Fewer trains from Amsterdam to Hilversum and Almere due to track defect
Fewer sprinter trains are running from Amsterdam Centraal towards Hilversum and Almere on Tuesday due to a track defect between Amsterdam Centraal and Amsterdam Muiderpoort. The disruption began early...
After relegation to the third division, coach René Anneese starts from scratch at DSOV: 'Footballing savvy must return'
Coach René Anneese has returned to lead DSOV after the club's relegation to the third division, marking a return to the level where they last played ten years ago. Anneese, who previously guided the ...
Linda’s tomato plants are a hit at ATV De Hofgeest seedling market: ‘A lady told me my plant had an incredible yield’
Linda Krukkert sold various plant cuttings, including popular tomato plants and dahlias, at the ATV De Hofgeest cuttings market. The event was a success for Krukkert, with visitors reporting high yiel...
Isa van Klaveren releases poetry debut. 'The collection is out, there is no turning back'
31-year-old Isa van Klaveren has released her debut poetry collection titled "Ik ben van stro." Although her writing includes themes of not having time to discuss her work, she is making an exception ...
Nijmegen local creates model of Vondel Church to fund restoration: ‘It turned out beautifully’
The Luilak market is coming: a kilometer of plants, flowers and more
The annual Luilakmarkt is returning to Haarlem, featuring a kilometer-long market dedicated to flowers and plants along the Raamvest and Raamsingel. On Friday evening, residents and visitors can brows...
Dawn swimming at De Houtvaart. Outdoor pool opens season on Ascension Day
The historic Houtvaart outdoor swimming pool will begin its season on Ascension Day with an early morning "dew swimming" event. From 5:00 AM to 9:00 AM, visitors can enjoy the water for a special entr...
Duo on rental scooter takes selfie at A10 Sloten on-ramp
A duo on a rental scooter was spotted taking a selfie at the A10 highway entrance near the Sloten exit in Amsterdam. It remains unclear whether the pair entered the ring road or turned back towards th...
Walk or cycle through the history of IJmuiden with Conny Braam's Abraham trilogy audio walk: 'Idea came up spontaneously during a walk'
To celebrate the 150th anniversary of IJmuiden, the Historical Circle Velsen has released three free audio tours based on Conny Braam's Abraham trilogy. The tours, narrated by the author herself, allo...
Relief: Graves in Uitgeest not cleared; municipality forgot to mention temporary removal of items
A visitor to a cemetery in Uitgeest was alarmed to find parts of his mother's grave missing on Mother's Day, fearing the site had been cleared. The municipality later clarified that the materials were...
What to do if you're a parent afraid of blood, needles, or your child's physical discomfort
This article addresses how parents can manage personal fears or phobias regarding blood, needles, and physical injuries when their child is hurt or unwell. It offers guidance for caregivers who strugg...
More car damage during holiday rush: 'Good preparation can prevent costs'
The risk of car damage increases significantly during the vacation season, yet many Dutch travelers are unsure of how their insurance coverage works abroad. Experts recommend reviewing policy details ...
The Butcher’s Daughter and VIZ open joint pop-up shop: ‘If your product has no story, you might as well go to the supermarket’
Guusje Broekhof and Maarten Post have opened a collaborative pop-up shop on Grote Houtstraat called De Slagersdochter and VIZ. The venue blends a specialty grocery store with a dining area, aiming for...
These four attachment styles determine how you handle relationships: ‘Unconsciously, you choose what you recognize from your childhood’
This article explores the four attachment styles that influence how individuals behave in romantic relationships and why they often repeat patterns from their childhood. It explains that gaining insig...
Walibi commercial received most complaints in 2025
In 2025, the Stichting Reclame Code received 889 complaints regarding a commercial for Walibi's annual Fright Nights, making it the most complained-about advertisement of the year. In total, the Dutch...
Dutch buy fewer household appliances but want convenience and luxury
Dutch consumers are purchasing fewer household appliances overall but are increasingly opting for luxury and convenience-focused items. According to a trade association, sales of robot vacuum cleaners...
Ticket holders of cancelled Music On festival can get a refund
Organizers of the Music On festival, which was canceled last weekend, have announced that ticket holders are eligible for a full refund. Alternatively, attendees can choose to save their tickets for u...
Forget that I forget everything
The text reflects on the paradoxical problem of forgetting that one is forgetting. The author expresses confusion over whether this constitutes one or two separate issues.