Lifestyle News in English
Latest lifestyle headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
Roadworks in Haarlem: what to expect this week (June 16 - June 22)
Several roadworks are scheduled in Haarlem from June 16 to June 22, leading to partial closures in the city center and surrounding areas. Specific locations affected include Gedempte Oude Gracht and O...
Koninklijke HFC reports planned exodus: all Haarlem region transfers listed
The transfer deadline for the 2026/2027 football season closed on Monday, leading to a high volume of transfer requests from the Haarlem region to the KNVB. Koninklijke HFC is notably reporting a plan...
Takeaway industry addicted to plastic: more than a quarter serve banned plastic straws
A study of 101 takeaway shops across twelve cities in the Netherlands found that many businesses continue to use plastic containers and cutlery despite regulations. Over 25% of the sampled shops still...
Long list of objections to new development at former Aldi site in Heemstede: 'It's far too massive for this old street'
The municipality of Heemstede has approved the construction of a three-story apartment complex at a former Aldi location on Kerklaan, leading to numerous objections from local residents. Neighbors cla...
Juliette earns 3,800 euros a month: ‘People think you don’t have to watch your spending with such a salary, but it doesn’t feel that way to me’
CoffeeRoastery on Jan Pieter Heijestraat closes after 17 years due to high rent: ‘We had the best coffee in Amsterdam’
Matthijs de Ligt confirms new relationship after split from Annekee Molenaar
Dutch footballer Matthijs de Ligt has confirmed his separation from Annekee Molenaar. The announcement follows months of public speculation and officially ends the couple's relationship.
Football fans from Utrecht, Rotterdam and The Hague travel to Beverwijk for Iranian treats during World Cup: 'Busier than average'
The Persian pastry shop Rolet in Beverwijk is experiencing increased traffic as soccer fans from across the Netherlands travel there for traditional treats during the World Cup. Owner Shahin Tadayon r...
After the end of talk show ‘RTL Tonight’: why TV stars and pundits always resurface elsewhere
Nonagenarians Henk and Lies have been inseparable since their teens: ‘We’re mostly lucky that we’re both still mentally sharp’
Henk and Lies Selier, aged 96 and 93, are celebrating their 70th wedding anniversary this week in Heemstede. The couple has been inseparable for over 80 years since their teenage years and attributes ...
A World Cup always needs a second love. A team you adopt once your own country is eliminated
The Athletic described the match between the Netherlands and Japan as the best of the World Cup so far, offering hope despite tactical concerns regarding manager Ronald Koeman. The article suggests th...
Amber from Beverwijk taught English in Cambodia: 'The hardest class became my favorite'
Amber de Nijs, a 22-year-old student from Beverwijk, has returned to the Netherlands after spending three months teaching English to children in Cambodia. She reflects fondly on the strong bonds she f...
After explosion destroys Osdorp practice, physio Jan finds refuge with colleague
Physiotherapist Jan Bot, whose practice in Osdorp was destroyed by a recent explosion, has found a temporary workspace offered by a local colleague. Bobby Bakboord opened his nearby clinic to help Jan...
GVB services to start later Thursday due to nationwide strike
Public transport services in Amsterdam operated by GVB will start at 08:00 on Thursday due to a national strike organized by the FNV union. Travelers are warned to expect disruptions and an unpredicta...
Supermarkets warn of possible plastic in pet food
Several supermarket chains in the Netherlands, including Lidl, Albert Heijn, and Jumbo, have issued recalls for pet food products after blue plastic fragments were discovered during quality checks. Th...
Sieger (62) swears by his workouts in Wijkeroogpark: 'Started in the gym, but I just prefer this'
62-year-old Sieger van Lottum performs his daily exercise routines in Wijkeroogpark, Velsen-Noord, using basic equipment like a yoga mat and stones. He chooses the outdoor park setting over a traditio...
Opinion: Snack bar ban ignores the social role of a snack bar
Henny Huisman was not involved in raising his children: 'I have no regrets'
Television presenter Henny Huisman admitted in the podcast 'Wat een tijd!' that his busy career prevented him from being involved in his children's upbringing. The 74-year-old stated that he has no re...
Sunday tour in and around Engelmundus Church: Oud-Velsen church is a thousand years old
A guided tour of the 1,000-year-old Engelmunduskerk in Oud-Velsen will take place on Sunday, June 21. The event is organized as part of the National Archeology Days to explore the church's history and...
Brazen peacocks exploring Haarlem for weeks: 'They walk into shops'
Three or four peacocks have been wandering through the city center and northern districts of Haarlem over the past few weeks. While not dangerous, the birds have surprised locals by entering shops and...
Disappeared: HHBC, the very first hockey club in the Haarlem region
The article highlights HHBC, the first hockey club established in the Haarlem region, which is no longer in existence. It is featured as part of a series that explores defunct sports clubs and histori...
Taking the train from Haarlem? You might soon see the S 48 on the departure board
Starting in December, Dutch railway operator NS will introduce train line numbers on station departure boards and within its mobile app. Travelers in Haarlem will see identifiers like the S 48 for spe...
My street is the best! New summer column on the nicest streets in the IJmond. Who's joining in?
Dagblad Kennemerland is launching a new summer series titled 'My street is the best!' to highlight the most family-friendly streets in the IJmond region. Residents are invited to nominate their neighb...
Mass toilet use during extra breaks for the Dutch national team
Data from water supplier Vitens shows that Dutch viewers used the toilet in large numbers during extra drinking breaks in the national football team's match against Japan. These spikes in water usage ...
Patta founder on warm-up shirt featuring Dutch, Surinamese, and African symbols: ‘Sold out within a few hours’
The Amsterdam-based streetwear brand Patta designed a warmup shirt for the Dutch national football team featuring a mix of Dutch, Surinamese, and African symbols. Despite some racist reactions online,...
Traffic exam in Uitgeest: Children do well at ‘tricky spot’, but all adults fail at the top of the Zientunnel
Children in Uitgeest performed well during a practical traffic exam at the Zientunnel, while all participating adults failed at a challenging point. Monitors Sabine and Rob Schipper recorded observati...
Welmoed Sijtsma moves to RTL and gets own late-night show
Welmoed Sijtsma is moving from broadcaster Omroep WNL to RTL, where she will launch her own late-night talk show on RTL 4 in early 2027. She will become a regular host for the network's late-night pro...
Haarlem residents sought for photo project
The 'Ik zie jou' photo project is seeking ten Haarlem residents to be paired with local newcomers for a series of interviews and portraits based on shared interests. These stories and photographs will...
More vouchers submitted for neighborhood plans in Velsen; 61 projects already funded
More than 12,000 vouchers were donated to neighborhood projects in Velsen this spring, representing an increase of over 1,000 compared to last year. As a result, 61 local initiatives have already reac...
International school De Optimist celebrates diversity during Cultural Day. Everyone proudly shows where they come from on the ‘best day of the year’
International Academy de Optimist celebrated its annual Cultural Day at Jeugdland Hoofddorp, where students and families from around the world showcased their diverse backgrounds. The event emphasized...