Lifestyle News in English
Latest lifestyle headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
Artist Luca Tichelman dives into her dreams and past with DIY artworks
Water at Uilenstede student housing has been cutting out regularly for a year, sometimes for days: ‘I have 12 liters of water in my room’
Drink coffee in the morning sun at these Amsterdam terraces
Boiling hot, freezing cold or none at all: students at Uilenstede dorm in Amstelveen have been having water issues for a year
Video | Royal couple opens Dutch pavilion at controversial art festival in Venice
Turning point for Matti Matloop's Salon Zijl: Started with nothing, but 12 years later a thriving hair salon
Matti Matloop will celebrate the 12.5-year anniversary of his business, Salon Zijl, and 20 years of living in the Netherlands in 2026. Having moved from Iraq two decades ago, he considers the upcoming...
Nuts are truly superfoods, but not all are created equal: which variety is the healthiest?
Dietician Sanne Mouha highlights the specific health benefits of various nuts, such as almonds and pistachios, and offers guidance on choosing the healthiest options. The article also provides practic...
Emma Wortelboer to help men on Texel find love in new show
Emma Wortelboer will host a new television program titled "Daten in het Dorp: op Texel." In the show, she assists four men on the island of Texel in their search for a romantic partner.
Bevrijdingspop organizers look back on busy and successful edition
The 46th edition of the Bevrijdingspop festival in Haarlem drew 125,000 visitors and was praised by organizers as a successful event with no major incidents. Enhanced safety measures and crowd control...
Maickel Ferrier's career would have been different without racism: ’They hung a black doll from a gallows’
Former professional footballer Maickel Ferrier reflects on his career and the significant impact racism had on his journey through various clubs, including Haarlem. The article explores his transition...
Third edition of Heemskerk Festival saved: Organizers receive support from Tata Steel and Bankjesparade among others
The third edition of the Heemskerk Festival will proceed as planned after securing support from sponsors like Tata Steel and Bankjesparade. Despite facing financial uncertainty due to the loss of majo...
Sumit's favorites: ‘Our city has great thrift stores, but this is my favorite’
Sumit van Lenthe, who has lived in Amsterdam for twelve years, shares his favorite local spots across the city. His recommendations include preferred dining locations and specific thrift stores for tr...
New foundation ensures evening four-day walk returns to Heemskerk in 2026
A new foundation has been established to ensure the continuation of the four-day evening walk in Heemskerk starting in 2026. This follows the dissolution of the previous organization that managed the ...
Tent tops tower over Dorpsweide: Five-day May Festival kicks off in one week
The Meifestival in Wijk aan Zee is set to begin on Wednesday, May 13th, with festival tents already being erected at the Dorpsweide. This five-day event is recognized as the largest festival in the co...
Ryanair boss calls for morning alcohol ban at airports
Ryanair CEO Michael O'Leary is calling for a ban on early morning alcohol sales at airport bars to reduce the number of intoxicated passengers on flights. He questioned the necessity of serving beer a...
Three Aalsmeer teenagers missing since yesterday
Three teenagers from Aalsmeer, aged between 13 and 15, have been missing since leaving their school in Uithoorn yesterday afternoon. The police have issued an urgent appeal for information after the g...
From military vehicles to an obstacle course: this is happening Sunday at the Grote Markt
On Sunday, May 10, Haarlem's Grote Markt will host Veteran's Day celebrations featuring military vehicles and an assault course for children. The event focuses on sharing stories and allows children t...
Jansweg tenants unhappy with faulty heating and lack of hot water: 'We test in the kitchen to see if we have hot water to shower'
Tenants of an apartment complex on Jansweg in Haarlem are expressing dissatisfaction with housing association Pré Wonen over persistent heating and hot water issues. The malfunctioning block he...
Son of Norwegian Crown Princess to remain in pre-trial detention
An Oslo court has rejected a request from Marius Borg Høiby, the son of Norwegian Crown Princess Mette-Marit, to be released from prison and serve his pretrial detention under house arrest with an an...
Birds in Rijksmuseum garden trapped in nets meant to keep them away
Guided tour of Old Velsen on Sunday, May 10
A local resident will lead a guided tour through the historic village of Old Velsen on Sunday, May 10th. The tour will focus on the history and architecture of the area's 17th and 18th-century houses.
Petting zoo ’t Molentje celebrates 75th anniversary: ‘All animals living with us are allowed to grow old here’
Kinderboerderij ’t Molentje, the oldest petting zoo in the Netherlands, is celebrating its 75th anniversary this Sunday with various festivities. Located in the Groenendaalse Bos, the farm was offic...
Thailand to crack down on unruly tourists
The Thai government is tightening oversight of tourist behavior to ensure it aligns with local cultural values. New measures include increased inspections at bars and clubs, with potential prosecution...
Freedom Ambassadors flew across the country like wannabe Tom Cruises, but Sef made a much bigger impression with a single screenshot
'I heard about a family who took their daughter on a diet vacation': adult sisters crave mother's approval
No trains at station Zuid for five days next week, limited access to A4 and A10 South
Maaike Neuville’s characters define themselves as they wish: ‘Queer is a term that frees you from every conceivable box’
Billie Eilish cried during media training: 'The scariest shit ever'
Billie Eilish shared on the 'Good Hang' podcast with Amy Poehler that she found media training terrifying at the age of fourteen. The singer admitted to crying during the sessions, describing the expe...
New jazz concert hall in Amsterdam Southeast: ‘We want to be a musical living room’
Resident of shot-at home in Amsterdam Southeast moves after offer from Eigen Haard
A tenant in Amsterdam-Zuidoost whose apartment was repeatedly shot at in January has agreed to move to a different location in the city following a settlement with housing corporation Eigen Haard. The...