Lifestyle News in English
Latest lifestyle headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
Noé is only 3.5 years old, but is already Dutch street dance champion: ‘I want to win a purple trophy’
Three-year-old Noé van Delft from Hoofddorp has been crowned the Dutch national streetdance champion. She secured the title at the United Dance Organization (UDO) championships held in Veldhoven.
Eating, drinking and enjoying at the Taste Market in Wijk aan Zee. 'We have to be here. It's Friday night'
The Smaakmarkt in Wijk aan Zee serves as a community gathering spot where visitors enjoy food and drinks from local vendors at the Julianaplein. Residents highlight the event as a key example of the v...
Suus Ruis: 'I'm halfway there, but still not a "madam"'
Journalist and author Suus Ruis reflects on her career and her identity as the daughter of the late Dutch television host Willem Ruis. While she takes pride in her father's legacy, she emphasizes her ...
No trains between Hoofddorp and Leiden Centraal due to collision
Train services between Hoofddorp and Leiden Centraal are suspended on Saturday morning due to a collision. Travelers are advised to use alternative routes and expect significant delays.
This unknown brand's cheese straw wins our taste test: ‘This is the champion’
Three cheese experts conducted a blind taste test of eight supermarket cheese straw brands to determine which is the best. An unknown brand was crowned the champion, outperforming more familiar names ...
Shoe designer Jan Jansen dies at 85
Renowned Dutch shoe designer Jan Jansen has passed away at the age of 85 following a battle with cancer. Over a career spanning more than sixty years, Jansen became an internationally acclaimed figure...
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PostNL and DHL: where to find a parcel locker in Haarlem
PostNL and DHL have installed parcel machines across various locations in Haarlem, allowing residents to send and receive packages 24/7. Users only need a mobile phone and a valid email address to ope...
From Kennemerland to the New York Yankees: how this region grooms baseball talent for the world's biggest league
Three Dutch baseball talents, Celwin Hurkmans, Tijn Frederikze, and Cayro Hazel, have recently signed contracts with Major League Baseball teams. They were trained through the Kennemerland Rabbits pro...
How Amsterdam aims to improve safety for women after Lisa's murder, but is it enough?
Amsterdam is investing 16 million euros in women's safety measures, such as improved lighting and buddy systems, following the murder of a 17-year-old girl. Despite these plans, critics argue the acti...
How Amsterdam aims to become safer for women after Lisa's murder, but is it enough?
Following the murder of a teenager, Amsterdam has allocated 16 million euros to improve women's safety through measures like better lighting, buddy systems, and specialized enforcement officers. While...
Gerard (72) is convinced his meter is lying, but Vattenfall finds the real culprit
72-year-old Gerard Reulink suspected his new energy meter was faulty after receiving an unexpectedly high bill from Vattenfall. However, an investigation by the utility provider revealed the meter was...
Minors easily obtain illegal weight-loss injections via dealers: 'Many children buy from us. They want it delivered to school'
A thriving illegal trade in weight-loss injections is targeting minors, fueled by the global popularity of drugs like Ozempic. Although these substances have not been tested for use by young people, d...
Rijsttafel with an aftertaste: how a bargain can sometimes smell sour
A Social Deal offering discounted rice table vouchers at Ron Gastrobar turned out to be less advantageous than customers initially expected. The situation highlights potential issues with the transpar...
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Musician Ned (56) on his first words in Amsterdam: ‘Learning Dutch was like a pain that feels good’
Doortje (63) moved to Ede: ‘When I left Amsterdam, half of me died’
One of Europe’s most beautiful gardens (according to The Guardian) is right in Watergraafsmeer
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Editioned art is booming: why we don't mind that art isn't unique
The terrace of the new Meyer is as forgiving as always, but the rest could be much better (6.5)
Entrepreneur Olivier Momma grew up abroad but started his company Ekster in Amsterdam: ‘My friends are 32, 33 – we don’t go to De Pijp anymore’
Couturier Leon Klaassen Bos’s Amsterdam: ‘My first time in iT felt like giving a child an ecstasy pill and sending them into Disneyland’
'Who are you rooting for?' is an unnecessary question this World Cup: Amsterdam isn't just cheering for the Dutch team
Midwife takes speeding fine to court: ‘You can’t drive 30 km/h when you’re sweating bullets’
Actress Elizabeth Olsen expecting first child, according to People
Actress Elizabeth Olsen is expecting her first child, according to reports from People magazine. The news follows the publication of photographs showing the actress with a visible baby bump.
Futsal Amsterdam loses second final match, Tigers crowned champions
Futsal Amsterdam lost the second match of the national title finals 3-0 to Tigers Roermond, who secured their third consecutive Dutch championship. Despite hitting the woodwork several times, the Amst...
Failed? Heartfelt congratulations from Richard Kemper: What does a diploma really mean anyway?
In an article reflecting on Dutch graduation traditions, Richard Kemper observes the widespread display of flags and school bags across the Netherlands to celebrate successful students. He offers a me...
100,000 euros raised for families of Zeeland accident victims
A fundraising campaign for families affected by a serious traffic accident in Vogelwaarde, Zeeland, has raised over 100,000 euros in just one day. The initiative was launched by a parent from the prim...
VVD and Denk clash with PRO Amsterdam over coalition plans: "The ship is turning for the left"
The opposition parties VVD and Denk have rejected the new coalition agreement presented by Pro Amsterdam and D66, criticizing it for postponing key decisions and cutting youth care budgets. While the ...