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Latest lifestyle headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
Diana (63) and Jan Peter (71) could brew their own cider in their Beemster orchard, but they missed the city: ‘We now have every Amsterdammer’s dream’
Sabrina Smals (47) was born deaf and lived in isolation for a long time. She hopes to get out more through volunteering: ‘I want to enter the outside world’
A’DAM Tower turns 10: From ugly misfit to vertical music beacon
Leendert de Ridder (Mees Kees): 'I feel like quite a boomer because I’m still on Facebook'
Actor and presenter Leendert de Ridder, known for his role as Mees Kees, discussed his health and lifestyle habits in a recent interview with Mezza magazine. He shared that he manages exercise-induced...
LAKS receives 26,000 complaints on first day of final exams
The Dutch National Student Committee (LAKS) received approximately 26,000 complaints on the first day of national final exams. This volume of complaints is higher than the 21,000 reports received on t...
When a child dies at Amsterdam UMC, families can say goodbye in this room: ‘It is important not to be in a cold space’
Training and watching the playoffs: this is what Malevy Leons' days look like now. 'I want OKC to win again. Sorry, LeBron'
Dutch basketball player Malevy Leons is focusing on training and watching the NBA playoffs after the Golden State Warriors were eliminated in the play-in tournament. He noted that his contract terms a...
A gym full of greenery for final exams at Het Amsterdams Lyceum: ‘Plants won’t help you with a business economics problem’
88 new homes in Castricum likely a step closer; residents fear for quality of life: ‘Far too many people crammed together’
The Castricum municipal council is likely to approve the construction of 88 new homes on Koekoeksbloem despite strong opposition from local residents. Neighbors fear that the high-density project will...
The most beautiful houseboat in the Netherlands is on the Nieuwe Prinsengracht
Houseboat Caatje 5, located on the Nieuwe Prinsengracht in Amsterdam, has been named Houseboat of the Year 2025. For the first time in the competition's history, all nominated vessels were based in Am...
'The best thing is that the name has been preserved.' Wilma Bril (87) emotional at reopening of legendary steakhouse Wilma & Albert’s after takeover
Wilma Bril attended the emotional reopening of her former steakhouse, Wilma & Albert’s, which has been modernized under new ownership while preserving its original name. The historic restaurant, fou...
Columnist, activist and opinion maker Karin Spaink dies at 68
Karin Spaink, a renowned Dutch columnist and activist, has passed away at the age of 68 after choosing euthanasia following a long battle with Multiple Sclerosis and cancer. Over her thirty-year caree...
Parool columnist Karin Spaink (1957-2026) detested pigeonholing, even in her personal life: ‘What do I care about that label’
Weghorst and Wijndal available for Ajax against FC Utrecht
Wout Weghorst and Owen Wijndal have recovered from injuries and are available for Ajax's match against FC Utrecht this Sunday. Although Davy Klaassen has returned to team training, the midfielder is n...
Zandvoort beach now partially smoke-free: "Hope people will hold each other accountable"
The municipality of Zandvoort has launched a pilot program featuring three smoke-free zones on its beach to combat environmental pollution and encourage a smoke-free generation. The initiative focuses...
Seven Haarlem residents in Weltevredenstraat win 25,000 euros in Postcode Lottery: 'No holding back now'
Seven residents of Weltevredenstraat in Haarlem each won 25,000 euros after their street was selected for the Postcode Lottery street prize on Friday. The winners expressed excitement over the windfal...
Incidents involving drunk passengers on the rise, alcohol may be restricted before and during flights
The Dutch aviation sector is considering restrictions on alcohol consumption before and during flights due to a significant increase in incidents involving aggressive and unruly passengers. Airlines, ...
Unsafe situation due to cycling on access path to Oosterplas near Bloemendaal; PWN hires security guards
Nature manager PWN is hiring security guards at the Oosterplas dune lake to manage bicycle parking and ensure access for emergency services. The measure comes after concerns that paths were being bloc...
Wolf spotted in South Holland, the last Dutch province
A wolf was spotted for the first time in the province of South Holland in the town of Barendrecht three weeks ago. Experts from the Mammal Society confirmed the sighting through video footage, marking...
These loaded fries are more than just a box of fries with junk on top, Snackspert finds
Handing in old clothes in Amsterdam: this is what happens to them
Following King's Day, residents in Amsterdam can dispose of unsold or old clothing at local collection points instead of selling them through online platforms. This article outlines the process and wh...
7-meter-high women's monument on display at NDSM wharf: 'It's not a sweet piece of handicraft, but a razor-sharp knife'
Photographer Remko de Waal wins Silver Camera Audience Award with photo of surprised Amalia among soldiers
Haarlem-based photographer Remko de Waal has won the Zilveren Camera Audience Award for his photograph of Princess Amalia posing among soldiers. The award was presented on Friday after the image recei...
Musical star William Spaaij becomes a father again: 'Our liberation girl'
Musical actor William Spaaij and his fiancée Liza Kollau welcomed a daughter on May 5th. The newborn has been named Loua Billy Spaaij Kollau.
Liberation market in Nieuw-Vennep exactly 81 years after liberation
Nieuw-Vennep will host a Liberation Market on Saturday, May 9, at Harmonieplein to celebrate 81 years of liberation. The event is scheduled to run from 11:00 AM until 5:00 PM.
Fashion figure Martijn N., accused of six rapes, maintains in appeal that boys should have expected sex on dates
Car completely destroyed by fire in Velsen-Zuid parking lot
A car was completely destroyed by fire on Friday afternoon at a parking lot in the Spaarnwoude recreation area in Velsen-Zuid. The driver managed to exit the vehicle safely before it was fully engulfe...
De Heerenduinen outdoor pool in IJmuiden reopens Monday May 11 for lap swimmers, recreational swimmers must wait
The outdoor pool at De Heerenduinen in IJmuiden will reopen for lap swimmers on Monday, May 11, while recreational swimmers are not yet permitted. The outdoor swimming season is expected to continue t...
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The article discusses the return of face masks, specifically mentioning a version associated with Sywert van Lienden and his partners. The author notes that these masks are being used again due to the...
Politics on the Amstel: Remembrance Day deserves a broader debate and time for full-time council members?
Journalists from AT5, Het Parool, and De Telegraaf discussed the recent defacing of the National Monument on Dam Square and Mayor Halsema's security measures. The podcast "Politiek aan de Amstel" also...