Lifestyle News in English
Latest lifestyle headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
Apply for a new passport on time and avoid long waits
Residents of Amsterdam and Weesp are advised to renew their passports and ID cards early, as more than 120,000 documents will expire this year. Applying in advance will help avoid long waiting times f...
Information sessions for residents on better waste separation at Beverwijk City Hall. ‘Why does it have to change again?’
Residents of Beverwijk attended information sessions at the city hall to discuss upcoming changes to local waste separation policies. The meetings addressed community concerns regarding the introducti...
Amsterdam student corps board members can receive grants again
Board members of the Amsterdam student society A.S.C./A.V.S.V. are once again eligible for scholarships after being sanctioned for misogynistic behavior. Amsterdam's major higher education institution...
'You stepped into the light to help others': Two royal honors in Zandvoort
Two residents of Zandvoort were honored as Members of the Order of Orange-Nassau for their societal contributions on Friday. Mayor David Moolenburgh presented the royal decorations at the town hall af...
Sumo wrestling, horse racing and costume parades: what to do on King's Day besides flea markets
King's Day in the Haarlem and Velsen region features a variety of unique events beyond traditional flea markets, including sumo wrestling, horse races, and costume parades. This overview highlights se...
State Secretary Erkens wants to make it easier to shoot wolves: ‘It’s a predator’
Dutch State Secretary for Agriculture Silvio Erkens is introducing new regulations to simplify the process of scaring away or shooting wolves with non-lethal ammunition. The policy aims to address the...
Camp in Willem Alexanderplantsoen this summer during Beverwijk neighborhood camp
The Buurtcamping Beverwijk event will take place on July 3, 4, and 5 at the Willem Alexanderplantsoen to help residents get to know each other. The program includes a variety of activities such as a b...
Grow your own vegetables? Apply for a free garden kit now
Residents can request a free vegetable garden kit to start growing their own produce on balconies, terraces, or in small gardens. The initiative aims to help people create mini-vegetable gardens even ...
Ban cigarettes: every beach must become completely smoke-free
A weekly proposition asks readers for their opinions on whether all beaches should become completely smoke-free. The debate focuses on the potential ban of cigarettes to improve the beach environment ...
No-nonsense barber Jan Dortmundt of Heart & Soul: Keeping it basic works best
Jan Dortmundt is retiring from his barbershop, Hart & Ziel, located in a former church on Kleverparkweg in Haarlem. The business will be taken over by Brenda Roffel and Cindy Jansen, who plan to prese...
Ingrid and Steven overlook the Zaanse Schans: 'A privilege to live in such a special place'
After living abroad for thirty years, Ingrid and Steven Ploem have settled in their 'forever home' in Zaandijk. Their residence features a view of the historic Zaanse Schans and has been custom-design...
What's happening in the Amsterdam Forest?
The public is invited to help identify and record as many species of plants, animals, and fungi as possible in the Amsterdamse Bos. This initiative aims to document the forest's biodiversity within a ...
Video | Prince William sits in brand new Jaguar Formula E car
How De Blaffende Vis designed this year’s famous King’s Day facade
Forum for Democracy floor leader Lidewij de Vos expecting
Lidewij de Vos, the group chair for Forum voor Democratie, has announced that she is expecting her first child. Her partner and fellow party member, Massimo Etalle, will be the father.
Eddy Zoëy could barely speak to his girlfriend and children for months due to illness
Dutch presenter and musician Eddy Zoëy was unable to speak with his partner and children for six months while suffering from Eagle Syndrome. He underwent two surgeries on his neck and was required to...
More regions moved to highest wildfire alert level
The fire department has raised the wildfire warning to the highest level, Phase 2, in several Dutch regions due to persistent drought. New areas under alert include Flevoland and Twente, joining regio...
Solar panel owners face major setback in new energy contracts: how much your bill will rise
Dutch households with solar panels are facing energy bill increases of up to 500 euros as the favorable netting scheme is set to conclude at the end of the year. New energy contracts are becoming sign...
Doctors train with special forces to stay calm in stressful situations: ‘Want more control’
Dutch healthcare professionals are participating in training programs based on military special forces principles to better manage high workloads and workplace stress. The initiative aims to provide d...
Everything related to measuring and weighing in the historic Scales Museum building
The Weegschaalmuseum in Naarden is highlighted as a unique, volunteer-run museum dedicated to the history of weighing and measuring. The article is part of a series showcasing lesser-known cultural ge...
This is what the new villa on the site of ‘De Echo’ in Heemstede might soon look like
The municipality of Heemstede has issued a building permit for a new villa on Van Merlenlaan, revealing the potential design for the site. This comes nearly a year after the demolition of 'De Echo', a...
Round North Holland is the flagship of IJmuiden sea sailors. ‘At YSY you can go all year round’
Yachtclub Seaport Ymuiden (YSY), established in 1995, continues to be a central hub for sea sailors offering year-round activities. The club is well-known for organizing the iconic 'Ronde om Noord-Hol...
More mortgage applications for home renovation and sustainability due to energy crisis
Mortgage applications for home renovations and sustainability measures in the Netherlands increased by 59 percent in March compared to February. This surge is attributed to the ongoing energy crisis, ...
Vintage shopping in Haarlem: 7 of the best stores
Haarlem's city center offers a diverse selection of vintage clothing stores, making it a prime destination for shoppers seeking unique items. Each shop provides a distinct atmosphere and collection fo...
Kees Tol finds long-distance relationship with American boyfriend 'a challenge'
Dutch presenter Kees Tol shared the challenges of his long-distance relationship with his American boyfriend, Buddy, in an interview with L'HOMO magazine. He explained that the distance is difficult t...
Fewer first-time buyers on the housing market, most are immigrants
New data from Statistics Netherlands (CBS) shows that the number of starters on the housing market decreased from 560,000 in 2023 to 518,000 in 2024. The decline is notably driven by a 12 percent drop...
Annet's 93-year-old mother looks forward to Ascension Day morning walk: 'They will go in a convoy of wheelchairs'
Annet’s 93-year-old mother, a resident of the Huis ter Hagen care center, is preparing for a traditional Ascension Day morning outing. The residents plan to celebrate the holiday and the fine weathe...
Not everyone in the Jordaan is looking forward to King's Day: My cafe is closing, my heart is breaking
Residents and business owners in Amsterdam's Jordaan neighborhood express mixed feelings about the upcoming King's Day celebrations, with some opting to close their doors due to overwhelming crowds. T...
Jessie's birthday vouchers are worthless following FonQ bankruptcy
Jessie's birthday gift cards for the online home retailer FonQ have become worthless following the company's bankruptcy. She had requested the vouchers to help furnish her new apartment but now regret...
