Lifestyle News in English
Latest lifestyle headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
Ingeborg (52) searched Vondelpark for Harry Styles with her daughter for three days – then he suddenly appeared before them
Jada Borsato cancels performance after serious car accident
Singer Jada Borsato has canceled her upcoming performance at Alkmaar Pride following a serious car accident on Ibiza last week involving her and her mother. She will be replaced at the event by Samant...
Rapper Idaly shoots music video for Populair with Ronnie Flex and Frenna: ‘I can't dance that well’
Weekend tips: things to do in Haarlem (May 29-31)
Haarlem offers various activities for the weekend of May 29 to May 31, taking advantage of the sunny weather. The article highlights local events and things to do across the city from Friday through S...
Skatecafé, Oedipus and the rest of Hamerkwartier party towards their farewell: ‘You can’t rebuild this history’
You can take as long as you want for this triathlon: ‘I find swimming the most nerve-wracking, also because it's in open water’
Bee colony visits university: "Incredible, you wouldn't believe it!"
A large swarm of bees briefly settled in the courtyard of the University of Amsterdam's Bushuis building on Kloveniersburgwal yesterday. Observed by university staff, the bee colony stayed for several...
Jan Smit finds Toppers concerts a welcome distraction after divorce
Dutch singer Jan Smit stated that the upcoming Toppers concerts serve as a positive distraction as he navigates his recent divorce. Speaking to RTL Boulevard, Smit mentioned that he is doing well unde...
Children must learn to express their feelings: ‘You stress me out, I feel tingles in my body’
Parents are encouraged to help their children learn how to articulate and understand their emotions, as children often struggle to describe what they feel internally. Since kids frequently lack the vo...
Jesper scores at tournament in memory of former PE teacher. 'We have mixed teams with students from all grades so they get to know each other better'
Tender College in IJmuiden held the sixth edition of the Simon de Hoog football tournament on Thursday to honor the memory of a popular gym teacher who passed away in 2019. The event encourages social...
Drama series about Céline Dion's early years in development
A new drama series about the early life of Canadian singer Céline Dion is currently in development. The project, which is being produced by her brother Jacques Dion, will primarily focus on the singe...
Portrait of IJmuiden in 150 small artworks: Opening during Velsen Art Route and pieces for sale
Artists from Velsen have created 150 small artworks depicting IJmuiden, which will be showcased and available for purchase during the 2026 Kunstroute. Organizer Dirk van Zonderen anticipates the exhib...
Permanent end to parking at antique market around the Dreef
The Dutch Council of State has ruled that the municipality of Haarlem is allowed to ban parking on the grass during antique markets at the Dreef. This decision concludes a legal dispute between market...
Opinion: ‘Area around Amsterdam Central is the city's calling card, cleaning must be prioritized there’
Haarlem children, let's play! City doubles playground equipment at 29 locations
The municipality of Haarlem will begin major maintenance on 29 playgrounds this autumn, doubling the number of play equipment items from 64 to 128 over the next 18 months. In addition to the new equip...
More teens suffer skin issues due to excessive and improper skincare use
Dermatologists in the Netherlands report a significant increase in skin problems among teenagers and young adults due to the excessive and incorrect use of skincare products promoted on social media. ...
Car overturned in water along N205 in Zwaanshoek, driver safe
A driver escaped safely after their car flipped onto its roof and landed in the water during a single-vehicle accident on Thursday afternoon. The incident occurred on the Drie Merenweg (N205) in Zwaan...
Matthijs van Nieuwkerk makes TV comeback on SBS6 with new show
Van Nieuwkerk returns to TV on SBS6 after four years
Matthijs van Nieuwkerk is returning to television after a four-year hiatus to host a new program on SBS6. He will co-present a musical show about Aretha Franklin alongside singer Shirma Rouse.
Snack vending machines at tram stops under discussion: "Encourages unhealthy choices"
Residents in Amsterdam's IJburg neighborhood have launched petitions against new snack machines at tram stops, arguing they encourage unhealthy eating habits among youth. While city officials and some...
Snack machines at tram stops debated: "Encourages unhealthy choices"
Residents in Amsterdam's IJburg neighborhood have launched petitions against new snack vending machines at tram stops, arguing they promote unhealthy eating habits for children. While city officials a...
Open day for Toolenburg Allotment Association's 35th anniversary in Hoofddorp
The Volkstuindersvereniging Toolenburg in Hoofddorp is hosting an open day on Saturday, May 30, to celebrate its 35th anniversary. Visitors can explore the allotment complex on IJweg, which consists o...
There are many terrible and fatal diagnoses, but ALS terrifies Maaike van der Plas
Maaike van der Plas reflects on the profound fear and emotional weight associated with an ALS diagnosis, describing it as particularly terrifying among fatal diseases. The text captures a brief person...
Trial road closure for events in ArenA area on June 1
Amsterdam will test a new traffic management approach in the ArenA area on June 1st to improve accessibility and liveability during major events. This trial aims to evaluate specific measures for orga...
Chaya (24) secretly extended a wooden bench on Museumplein for the homeless: ‘You can’t lie down properly on a 1.20-meter bench’
Water main burst during construction: three million liters of water on the street in North
A major water main break in Amsterdam-Noord caused three million liters of water to flood the streets during construction work. Waternet reported that the leak left nearby residents without water, and...
De Jong to play third match on Court 14 at Roland Garros on Friday
Dutch tennis player Jesper de Jong is scheduled to play his third-round match at Roland Garros against Russia's Karen Khachanov on Friday. This marks the first time the athlete from Hoofddorp has reac...
Zandvoort beach designated security risk area after restless weekend
The station area, central boulevard, and beach in Zandvoort have been designated as security risk areas starting Thursday afternoon. This decision by Mayor David Moolenburgh follows a weekend of unres...
Matcha has character, just like wine
Exclusivithee, a tea shop and boutique café located on the Botermarkt in Leiden, specializes in the precise preparation of high-quality matcha. Shop manager Evita Marchena treats the green tea powder...
Paula Limmen translates the origins of Beverwijk into art: ‘With the Wijkermeer, Slangenwegje, the town hall, carriage turnarounds, and Breestraat’
Artist Paula Limmen is among more than 25 participants in the upcoming Kunstroute Beverwijk & Wijk aan Zee 2026. The event is part of the 750th anniversary celebration of Beverwijk's market rights and...