Lifestyle News in English
Latest lifestyle headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
IJ-tunnel and Arenatunnel closed Friday June 19 due to emergency work
The IJ-tunnel and Arenatunnel will be closed on Friday, June 19, for emergency replacement of their control systems. Motorists are advised to follow detours while the work is being carried out.
Thijs Römer returns to the stage with show about conviction
Dutch actor Thijs Römer has returned to the stage with a new theater production reflecting on his recent years and legal conviction. His uncle, Paul Römer, shared the news during an appearance on th...
Five years of leaks in luxury new-build apartment: Court orders Amvest to pay over 400,000 euros
Joey Veerman in good company with Cruyff, Gullit, Davids, Van Bommel and Sneijder after much-discussed advertisement
A full-page advertisement for clothing brand G-Star featuring footballer Joey Veerman has sparked significant public debate and mixed reactions after appearing in the newspaper De Telegraaf. The high-...
Cheers, fireworks and ultimately disappointment for Oranje fans at the Westergasterrein
Dutch football fans gathered at the Westergasterrein in Amsterdam to watch the national team's match against Japan on a large screen. Although the Netherlands took the lead twice with goals from Virgi...
I now understand why young Gen Zers 'snap'
Journalist Senna Brammer explores current trends among the younger members of Gen Z, specifically their frequent use of Snapchat and the high demand for Harry Styles concert tickets. The piece delves ...
New De Toermalijn primary school building in Hillegom to be built under four floors of housing
The new building for the Waldorf primary school De Toermalijn in Hillegom will feature 33 apartments across four residential floors above the school facilities. This project on Abellalaan aims to inte...
Channah Koerten and Nordin Blessing end relationship
Influencer Channah Koerten and radio producer Nordin Blessing have announced the end of their relationship. The couple, who share two children together, shared the news of their split on Instagram on ...
Two 19-year-old stoned drivers arrested after head-on collision in East
Two 19-year-old drivers were arrested after a head-on collision at the intersection of Zeeburgerdijk and Molukkenstraat in Amsterdam East on Friday night. Both individuals tested positive for cannabis...
Increased internet traffic during drink breaks in Netherlands' first World Cup match
VodafoneZiggo reported a significant increase in internet traffic during the Dutch national team's first World Cup match against Japan. Fans frequently used their phones to scroll during halftime and ...
He is the only Dutchman in this summer's major World Cup ad, Kim Lammers notes—and it wasn't in the script
Dutch footballer Virgil van Dijk is the only Dutch player featured in Nike's six-minute summer commercial titled 'Rip the script.' He appears alongside other global stars such as Kylian Mbappé, Erlin...
High traffic on NS website due to cheap train subscription
The NS website is experiencing high traffic due to the launch of a new subscription that allows unlimited off-peak train travel for 49 euros per month. The Dutch government introduced the measure to a...
Sunny days ahead, but summer weather comes with a catch
Temperatures are expected to rise rapidly this week after a cool start, leading to summer-like weather across the country, particularly in the south. However, weather site Weeronline warns that this w...
Rough North Sea spoils triathlon again. 'Swimming would have made the race more fun'
The swimming portion of the DTS Zandvoort triathlon was canceled due to rough conditions in the North Sea, turning the event into a duathlon. Iris Bosch won the modified race, though she expressed dis...
UK bans social media for under-16s
United Kingdom Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced a ban on social media use for children under the age of 16. The announcement was made during a press conference held at Downing Street.
Amsterdam Newspaper June: Outdoors again
The June edition of the Amsterdam newspaper features topics such as outdoor art, Keti Koti, and Pride celebrations. The publication also provides information on local issues like residential burglarie...
Shania Twain appreciates her body more in menopause: 'Not in control of everything'
Canadian singer Shania Twain shared in an interview with The Times that she has become less strict with her body since entering menopause. She revealed that she previously engaged in unhealthy habits ...
Iran deal brings lower prices at the pump tomorrow, so wait a day to refuel
An upcoming agreement between the United States and Iran has caused global oil prices to drop by 4 percent. As a result, gasoline prices at the pump are expected to decrease by several cents per liter...
Maria lost her twin sister in a fatal accident: ‘He can move on with his life, my sister cannot’
Maria Daoud reflects on the loss of her twin sister, Emanuela, who died in a car accident nearly three years ago. She expresses frustration over the light sentence given to the driver responsible, sta...
Watching football in De Hoek with much grumbling over the Netherlands' performance: 'I missed both goals, I was on the toilet'
Patrons at Café De Hoek in Haarlem expressed disappointment over the performance of the Netherlands national football team during a recent 2-2 draw. Despite the general frustration, one visitor's wif...
Son of Norwegian Crown Princess sentenced to four years for two rapes
Marius Borg Høiby, the son of Norwegian Crown Princess Mette-Marit, has been sentenced to four years in prison by a court in Oslo for crimes including two rapes. The stepson of Crown Prince Haakon wa...
'Hey, hello! How many times have I saved you now, man!?' Lifesaving swimming refresher course at De Zien pool in Uitgeest
Volunteers at the De Zien outdoor swimming pool in Uitgeest participated in a refresher course for lifesaving swimming on Saturday. The pool has been managed by a volunteer foundation since 2014 and r...
Trump celebrates 80th birthday with cage fights in White House garden
Donald Trump celebrated his 80th birthday by hosting several UFC cage fights on the White House lawn. Thousands of spectators joined the president to watch the matches held in the garden.
Huge amount of kindness after 3-year-old Pien loses toy bunny: Haasie is not back, but many replacements offered
Three-year-old Pien was heartbroken after her cherished stuffed toy, Haasie, was stolen, leading to a massive wave of support from the community. Although the original toy has not been found, her moth...
Bob Dylan on aging: 'It brings a sense of freedom'
In an interview with The New York Times, 85-year-old artist Bob Dylan shared that aging brings a sense of freedom. He noted that the best part of being in his eighties is outliving the constant pressu...
North Holland traffic: delays on the A7 during the morning rush hour of Monday, June 15
The morning rush hour in North Holland experienced traffic delays on Monday, June 15. Heavy traffic caused congestion on the A7 motorway specifically near the Avenhorn exit.
Watched Oranje last night? How to stay awake today
After staying up late to watch the Dutch national team's first World Cup match, many fans may struggle to stay awake during their workday. Sleep therapist Rianne Braal provides advice on how to manage...
Driving through Europe? What you need in your car to avoid heavy fines
Travelers driving across Europe are advised to research varying national regulations regarding mandatory car equipment to avoid significant fines. The article highlights that safety requirements and p...
Ban on supermarket alcohol during Heemskerk festival draws mixed reactions: 'Then we'll just get the beer in Beverwijk?'
The Heemskerk city council plans to ban alcohol sales in local supermarkets during the Volksfeest in September to discourage pre-drinking. The proposal has met with mixed reactions from residents, som...
The Great World Cup Quiz: here are the answers and the prize winners
The results and winners of 'The Great World Cup Quiz' held on the website last week have been released. Most participants successfully answered the questions through research, although some questions ...