Lifestyle News in English
Latest lifestyle headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
How prolonged boredom can turn into intense stress: ‘You feel empty and aimless’
Psychologist Mirela Habibovic explains that a chronic lack of stimuli can lead to significant stress, leaving individuals feeling empty and aimless. She notes that the human body requires a certain le...
Wouter Klootwijk on what modern diners really want: ‘We still think for ourselves occasionally, but a lot is thought for us’
In his weekly column, Wouter Klootwijk discusses the expectations of modern restaurant guests and how the hospitality industry often makes choices for them. He specifically focuses on the role of mayo...
Follow the journey of drinking water with the Duin en Dorst podwalk: Waternet releases free interactive walk
Waternet has released a new interactive podwalk titled "Duin en Dorst," which guides walkers through the three-month journey of drinking water. The free audio tour provides educational insights into t...
Koninklijke HFC soundly beaten at Katwijk, but Pieter Mulders not worried
Koninklijke HFC suffered a 4-0 defeat against Katwijk after holding the home team to a scoreless draw until halftime. Despite the loss, coach Pieter Mulders stated he is not worried about the team's p...
It feels strange to be finished before the play-offs, but Bloemendaal accepts it and ends with a dinner
Bloemendaal concluded their field hockey season with a 1-1 draw against Pinoké in the Amsterdamse Bos. While Pinoké has moved on to the play-offs, Bloemendaal's season came to an end, which the team...
Harry Styles fans volunteer in exchange for tickets
Approximately 200 Harry Styles fans are volunteering for the Salvation Army in Amsterdam in exchange for tickets to the singer's upcoming record-breaking concert series at the Johan Cruijff Arena. Thr...
What’s wrong? ‘After a long and caring life, we have had to say goodbye to...’
A reader has pointed out a common grammatical error in Dutch funeral notices where the phrasing incorrectly attributes a long life to the survivors instead of the deceased. This mistake often occurs d...
Gerda doesn’t mind the cold water: Splash! De Zien outdoor pool in Uitgeest reopens
The outdoor swimming pool De Zien in Uitgeest has officially reopened for the season. Despite the cold water temperatures, the first visitors of the year have already started taking their first plunge...
How a pearl necklace making course in Japan changed 66-year-old Marja's life: Now she is at the Hillegom art market
66-year-old artist Marja is showcasing her pearl necklaces at the Montmartre 2026 art market in Hillegom after learning the craft in Japan. The event seeks to connect local artists with each other and...
Wildfires once only ruined Dutch peace of mind in Southern Europe, but now it’s our turn, says Lisanne van Sadelhoff
Lisanne van Sadelhoff explores the changing perception of forest fires, which the Dutch previously viewed as a distant problem encountered only during vacations in Southern Europe. She argues that wil...
Why doesn't Amsterdam have a queer museum? These initiators are asking the same question
The Queer Museum Foundation is advocating for the establishment of a permanent queer museum in Amsterdam to preserve and showcase the city's LGBTQ+ history. While an initial exhibition is set to open ...
Artist Roni Klinkhamer must leave studio-home after half a century; ‘Playing with the unexpected is the most beautiful thing’
Artist Roni Klinkhamer is being forced to leave her combined studio and home in Haarlem's Cornelissteeg after fifty years. The residence has served as her creative hub and long-term base as an artist ...
When Mother's Day isn't a celebration: 'I still cry for the mother I never had'
While Mother's Day is a celebration for many, it can be a painful day for those who have lost their mothers or never had a meaningful relationship with them. The article discusses how to cope with the...
Diver John van den Goorbergh appointed Member of the Order of Orange-Nassau for dedication to Diving Team IJmond
John van den Goorbergh from IJmuiden has been appointed a Member of the Order of Orange-Nassau for his long-standing commitment to the IJmond Diving Team. The royal decoration was presented by Mayor D...
Haarlem songwriter Renee (25) featured on Armin van Buuren track: 'Friends say I should show it off more'
Haarlem-based singer-songwriter Renee Schnater, performing as Renee Rose, is featured on and co-wrote Armin van Buuren's new track "Lost In Time." The song was recently named a "future favorite" on th...
'A boy's adventure at sea': Michael (41) has been a KNRM volunteer in IJmuiden for ten years
KNRM IJmuiden held its annual Lifeboat Day at the Trawlerkade, allowing the public to meet volunteer rescuers and learn about their operations. The event featured crew members like 41-year-old Michael...
Plenty of tickets still available for Harry Styles concert series in Amsterdam: ‘Organizer overestimated demand’
Who wants to volunteer at De Zandhaas windmill? Pasquale (12) wants to 'in my spare time'
The De Zandhaas windmill in Santpoort-Noord opened its doors during National Mill Day to attract new volunteers and address a current labor shortage. Organizers hope to find enthusiastic candidates wi...
Horse Sergio finds the sea and wind a bit scary at first, but Nikky reassures him
Nikky Kraakman runs a family-owned riding school in Schoorl, where she grew up surrounded by horses. The article describes her experience guiding her horse, Sergio, through the dunes and acclimating h...
Festival-goers react to last-minute cancellation of Music On: ‘I planned my holiday around it’
Radio DJ Edwin Evers has diabetes: 'Life stands still for a moment when you hear that'
Radio 538 DJ Edwin Evers announced during his show Evers & Co that he has been diagnosed with diabetes. He shared the news during the "word of the week" segment, describing the significant impact the ...
Missing Piece wins puzzle competition at Café de Zon, but falls 82 pieces short. 'Puzzling is just like a relationship'
The team 'Missing Piece' won a puzzle competition titled 'De eerste leg' held at Café de Zon in Wijk aan Zee. Six teams of four players competed to complete a 1,000-piece puzzle, with the winners fin...
Judge definitively axes house festival: "This is the death blow for us"
A Dutch judge has upheld the cancellation of the "Music On" house festival in Amsterdam after the municipality revoked its permit just one hour before the event was set to begin. The decision followed...
Cars stripped at P+R near Nieuw-Vennep: bumpers, doors and dashboards gone
Two vehicles were heavily stripped of their interior and exterior parts, including dashboards and doors, at a P+R parking lot in Nieuw-Vennep. The location is commonly used by travelers flying from ne...
Possibly the region's best Caesar salad on the sunny terrace of Brouwerskolkje Exclusief (9-)
Brouwerskolkje Exclusief has received high praise for its Caesar salad, which is described as potentially the best in the region. The restaurant is recommended for its high-quality food and its scenic...
Uniqlo doesn't sell trends, but relies on Japanese reliability
Japanese retailer Uniqlo distinguishes itself from fast-fashion competitors by focusing on sustainable, gender-neutral basics rather than chasing rapid trends. The brand emphasizes reliability and rat...
Anthony Correia hopes Sunday is his last home game as Telstar manager: 'A survival party in IJmuiden would be nice'
Anthony Correia will coach his final home game for Telstar this Sunday against Heracles, marking the end of his thirty-year association with the club. He expressed his hope that the match in IJmuiden ...
Lottie Hellingman's daughter receives 100 euros from a stranger
Actress Lottie Hellingman describes a morning visit to a local coffee shop with her daughter. During their early outing, they met with several regular customers and a shop owner from across the street...
Patricia Paay makes TV comeback with her own reality show
Patricia Paay and her daughter Christina Curry will return to television with a new reality series on the RTL network. The broadcaster confirmed the project following reports from the Dutch newspaper ...
