Lifestyle News in English
Latest lifestyle headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
Tap water unsafe: boil water advisory for Holendrechtplein residents
Waternet has issued a boiling advice for residents near Holendrechtplein in Amsterdam-Zuidoost because the tap water is currently unsafe for consumption. Residents are advised to boil water for at lea...
Joining strangers around the grill at Senbazuru, where the food is the main show (8)
Senbazuru is a Japanese restaurant that has been located in a sports park in Hoofddorp for over 25 years. The establishment remains highly popular, often reaching full capacity even on weekday evening...
Theater cat Tommy sometimes walks onto the stage during Hakim Traïdia's performances
Tommy, a twelve-year-old cat belonging to performer Hakim Traïdia, lives in his theater and occasionally wanders onto the stage during live performances. While the cat considers the venue his home, t...
Jan, Arjan and Frank are the beating heart, but without Anna Putter the construction company would never have come this far: 'Behind every good company stands a strong woman'
Construction company J.M. Putter in Uitgeest is celebrating its 60th anniversary under the leadership of Jan Putter and his sons Arjan and Frank. The family credits much of the business's long-term su...
Vondelpark full of Harry Styles fans hoping to catch a glimpse of their idol
Fans of Harry Styles are gathering in Amsterdam's Vondelpark and surrounding areas hoping to catch a glimpse of the singer during his concert series at the Arena. Styles has been frequently spotted jo...
GGD: Cruise ship Hondius clean again after hantavirus
The cruise ship Hondius has been cleared to return to service following a hantavirus outbreak after the GGD Rotterdam-Rijnmond approved its cleaning efforts. Previous inspections had found deficiencie...
Summary: Futsal Amsterdam forced into decider for final spot after defeat
Futsal Amsterdam failed to secure a spot in the national title finals after suffering a 4-2 defeat against ZVG in the second match of their playoff series. Despite a second-half comeback that brought ...
Star chef Nick Bril on intern accident: 'I often felt like a loser'
Dutch star chef Nick Bril has spoken publicly for the first time about the accident that seriously injured his intern, Joe Claridge. Bril discussed the emotional toll of the event and expressed gratit...
This currant bun wins our taste test: 'Well-made for a factory bun'
Three baking experts conducted a blind taste test of ten different supermarket currant bun brands to identify the highest quality factory-made option. The review evaluated the buns based on texture an...
Discover the story of Haarlem's 'Woman in the Resistance' artwork in this TV program
The new TV program 'Kunst in het wild' explores the history and public perception of the 'Vrouw in het Verzet' (Woman in the Resistance) artwork in Haarlem. The show aims to reveal the story behind th...
Thrift shopper Francis discovers 'Eric Clapton's trousers' in Oud-Zuid
In the latest episode of 'Kringlopen met Francis,' presenter Francis Broekhuijsen visits a luxury second-hand menswear shop in Amsterdam Oud-Zuid, where he discovers a pair of trousers formerly owned ...
Haarlem council bans new snack bars around Spaarnwoude station: 'We want a healthy city'
The Haarlem city council has voted to ban the opening of new snack bars and fast-food outlets in the future Hart voor Oostpoort neighborhood near Spaarnwoude station. This initiative aims to combat ob...
Niall Horan struggles daily with Liam Payne’s death: ‘Did I miss something?’
Niall Horan opened up in an interview with De Telegraaf about the profound grief he experiences daily following the 2024 death of his former One Direction bandmate Liam Payne. The Irish singer describ...
Emilia Clarke debunks rumors of massive salary per Game of Thrones episode
British actress Emilia Clarke has dismissed reports that she earned $300,000 per episode for her role in Game of Thrones, calling the claims exaggerated. Speaking to Variety, she clarified that the ru...
Over half a million views for old cheese shop at Hobbesteeg 4: narrow outside, modern family home inside
A former cheese shop in Beverwijk, built in 1910, has gained over half a million views on social media after being listed for sale as a modern family home. The 142-square-meter property at Hobbesteeg ...
Reading skills continue to decline. Can these books bring back the joy of reading for children? 'They are hugely popular and almost always checked out'
Dutch children's literacy is declining as they read less with age, but graphic novels remain highly popular and are seen as a potential tool to restore reading pleasure. Experts suggest that shifting ...
Trucks take priority over terraces in Haarlem city center, clear majority says: 'Take your coffee elsewhere'
A survey of 600 respondents indicates that approximately 60 percent prioritize shop deliveries over early morning terrace seating in Haarlem's city center. Most participants believe that leisure activ...
Mystery: do you know what these two statues on the Rijksmuseum facade mean?
This article highlights two less prominent statues located on the facade of the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam. It invites readers to solve the mystery of who these specific figures represent among the muse...
Zandvoort brothers fulfill dream: taking self-built boats out to sea
Brothers Huig and Joop Molenaar from Zandvoort are nearing the completion of two self-built sailing boats based on traditional Shetland Island designs to honor their town's maritime history. The sibli...
Badhoevedorp residents reject measures against non-resident parking nuisance
Residents of Badhoevedorp-Noord have voted against the implementation of temporary parking measures intended to combat nuisance from non-resident parkers. The decision follows a municipal survey launc...
Koen Suyk (72) was the Netherlands' top hockey photographer for years; now he is happy mowing the fields of Bloemendaal
Koen Suyk, a 72-year-old veteran sports photographer from Haarlem, is retiring after a career spanning 52 years. Known for his hockey photography across the Netherlands, Suyk will now spend his time e...
Lidy wanted to go green and expected 'free advice' with a guarantee, but ended up paying a fortune for nothing
Lidy was billed thousands of euros after seeking supposedly free sustainability advice for her home that came with a satisfaction guarantee. The charges were applied when she decided not to proceed wi...
These were this week's best-selling books at Scheltema
Designer Heidi's style: ‘Everyone wants to look unique, but has the same idea about what unique is’
At the feminist book club in Nieuw-West, only work by women is read: ‘The idea of the wild woman is not accepted’
How spiritual oasis De Roos was saved by the men behind New York Pizza and Het Koekemannetje
Marian Mudder (68) saw the city change from the Jordaan: ‘Money has taken over everything’
According to Pepijn Schoneveld, every Amsterdammer should visit these 5 places: ‘The reading table belongs on the UNESCO list’
Dirk (66) lost his legs to diabetes and hopes to have his kitchen adapted so he can cook again
