Lifestyle News in English
Latest lifestyle headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
Karen Herder from Amsterdam-Noord wins city prize for most biodiverse facade garden: ‘I wanted a nursery for caterpillars and butterflies’
Video | Paris Hilton flies with children from Brussels to Amsterdam for Pride
Is Oscar Gloukh's class finally shining through at Ajax? His hat-trick leaves fans wanting more
Jasper Abels touches Pride with his work full of beauty and resilience
Photographer Jasper Abels discusses his artistic focus on beauty and resilience, noting his hope that his work will inspire others to embrace their true selves. He expresses a desire to provide positi...
Pleasant weekend ahead: sunny Canal Parade at 24 degrees
50Plus veteran Van Rooijen wants to become oldest senator ever: 'Stupid that he could never build a career at the CDA'
Martin van Rooijen, a prominent 50Plus politician and former youngest government official in the Netherlands, is seeking reelection to the Senate as he turns 84. If successful, he would become the old...
B&B owner Fred wants relaxation on Bonaire but calls time with Monique a torture
From espresso to pasta: Mercato Tomato brings Italy to Hortusplein
Hospitality professionals Tom, Maarten, and Tom have launched Mercato Tomato, a new Italian coffee shop, lunch spot, and deli located on the Hortusplein. The business offers a variety of Italian food ...
Spider-Man actor Jacob Batalon married in secret
Spider-Man actor Jacob Batalon has secretly married his girlfriend, interior designer Veronica Leahov. While the specific date of the ceremony remains undisclosed, multiple reports confirm that the co...
Senior Pride at Nieuwmarkt: “In my youth, Amsterdam was more tolerant than it is today”
Hundreds of seniors gathered at the Nieuwmarkt in Amsterdam for the Senior Pride event to celebrate LGBTQ+ rights and honor the older generation's contributions. The evening featured performances, inc...
Visible and invisible: how a massive security operation must keep one million WorldPride visitors safe
Authorities in Amsterdam are implementing a massive security operation to protect the million visitors expected at the upcoming WorldPride event. This heightened security, which includes monitoring a ...
Amsterdam crosses gone from the carpet: Hotel The Manor on Linnaeusstraat gets a much-needed facelift
Etan Sela (65) is head concierge at the luxury Conservatorium Hotel: ‘You have to analyze the guest quickly. Who are they and what do they want to do?’
It's mango season: here are the eight tastiest spots in Amsterdam to eat them, from all around the world
Sander (57) and Silven (19): ‘Dad is my father, but we are also friends. We go to festivals and travel together’
Remote Trevinano gets a hotel, cultural center, padel court and electric bikes thanks to Covid fund: 'I hope tourists will come now'
Biopic series about the life of Giorgio Armani in the works
A new high-end television series detailing the life and career of legendary fashion designer Giorgio Armani is currently in development. The biopic is being produced by the Italian production company ...
It was supposed to take two days, but this new Amsterdam canal was filled within an hour
The final canal in the Amsterdam neighborhood of De Houthavens was successfully filled with water from the IJ. Although officials originally estimated the process would take two days, the canal filled...
Weekend tips: things to do in Haarlem (July 31 - August 2)
With warm weather expected for the weekend of July 31 to August 2, various activities are planned throughout the city of Haarlem. Residents are encouraged to enjoy the summer season with these curated...
Chinese couple Ningsian (78) and Yang (75) arrive in Amsterdam on Interrail trip from Greece: I don't know much about this city, but it's a good transit point
How to keep summer fun? ‘Relax, instead of planning a full program of activities’
Many parents feel pressured to fill the summer vacation with numerous activities and constant entertainment for their children. Experts suggest that rather than over-planning an animation program, foc...
Too cool, ethnic fetishes and the search for self: Glen Faria and Kiriko Mechanicus in De Zwoele Stad
The talkshow De Zwoele Stad features singer-songwriter Glen Faria and filmmaker Kiriko Mechanicus, discussing topics ranging from urban development to personal reinvention. The episode was recorded at...
Dry summers will significantly change the Netherlands: bulb fields will disappear
Delta Commissioner Co Verdaas warns that increasingly dry summers will cause significant changes to the Dutch landscape, including the potential disappearance of iconic flower fields within twenty yea...
Will mini-cars soon be allowed to take a shortcut through the IJ tunnel? If Volt has its way, yes
Political party Volt has proposed allowing mini-cars and scooters to use the IJtunnel during its upcoming year-long maintenance period. The proposal aims to alleviate traffic issues on the IJ ferries,...
Madonna performs at WorldPride Saturday night: six things that make her an indestructible phenomenon
Council of State: woman living in 32m2 with three children is rightly denied priority for social housing
Haarlem children's camp Stuif-Stuif has been an alternative holiday for low-income families in Haarlem for 65 years
The Haarlem-based children's event 'Stuif-Stuif' is celebrating its 65th anniversary, providing holiday activities for children from low-income families since 1962. Supported by a dedicated team of lo...
Fans continue to speculate about extra Madonna Pride performance, organizers deny
Madonna is scheduled to perform at the World Pride Music Festival in Amsterdam this Saturday. Despite rumors circulating online about additional appearances, local organizations have denied that the s...
Shared car collides with tram and crashes into a pole on Europaboulevard
A shared car collided with a tram on the Europaboulevard in Amsterdam on Tuesday afternoon before hitting a pole. No injuries were reported, and authorities are currently investigating the cause of th...
