Dutch News in English
Latest headlines from the Netherlands in English. Covering Amsterdam, Haarlem, and national Dutch news.
Zach Bryan has rediscovered his love for music since getting sober
Country singer Zach Bryan has shared that achieving sobriety has helped him rediscover his passion for songwriting and improved his mental health. After struggling with alcohol dependency and panic at...
Paris has a new art island in the middle of the Seine: art museum Large has opened where the floating Renault factory once stood
A new contemporary art museum called Large has opened on an island in the Seine River on the southern edge of Paris. The site, which previously housed a Renault factory, has been transformed into a cu...
What we didn't yet know about menopause: ‘Fecal incontinence is the ultimate, deeply hidden taboo’
Recent insights into menopause highlight that while societal stigmas are decreasing, certain issues like fecal incontinence remain deeply taboo. Experts are currently working to improve medical unders...
Aches and pains: Doctor Rutger takes every complaint seriously, but sometimes there is something else going on
Doctor Rutger notes that patients have varying pain thresholds and approaches to communicating physical discomfort. He emphasizes that every patient is unique, requiring a personalized approach to med...
Explosive left at fast-food restaurant on Tussen Meer fails to detonate
A homemade explosive device consisting of fireworks and gasoline was found outside a fast-food restaurant in Amsterdam-Osdorp after emergency services responded to reports of a fire. The device failed...
Harry Styles followed by cameras for documentary during concert series
British singer Harry Styles is being followed for an upcoming documentary covering his Together, Together tour and behind-the-scenes life. The film, produced by Universal Pictures Content Group and Pe...
Paul McCartney concerned about height difference of actors in Beatles films
Paul McCartney contacted director Sam Mendes to voice concerns over the height difference between actors Paul Mescal and Harris Dickinson, who are portraying him and John Lennon in a new Beatles biopi...
Charges against Timothy Busfield dismissed after prosecutor error
A judge has dismissed the charges against director Timothy Busfield after his defense team highlighted prosecutorial errors that hindered the jury process. Busfield, who faces allegations of child mol...
French shopkeepers fear millions in losses after looting and destruction
French retailers are bracing for millions in damages after widespread looting and vandalism struck numerous cities, including Paris and Bordeaux, during recent riots. The government has promised to ex...
ADE: from trade fair to global stage in 30 years
Over the past 30 years, the Amsterdam Dance Event has evolved from a small gathering of 30 performances in three clubs to a massive international festival featuring over 1,200 events. This transformat...
Gall & Gall and Etos websites back online, apps remain unreachable
The websites for Gall & Gall, Etos, and Albert Heijn are back online following a recent cybersecurity incident at Ahold Delhaize, though some app features and delivery services remain restricted. Whil...
From near extinction to a thriving fishery: how Portugal’s sardine population was saved
After facing near-extinction due to overfishing, Portugal's sardine population is recovering thanks to a successful management plan. This restoration has revitalized the local fishing industry while e...
Number of cybersecurity companies more than quadrupled in five years
The number of registered cybersecurity companies in the Netherlands has quadrupled since 2021, reaching 962 by October 2024. This rapid growth is driven by increasing cyber threats and regulatory chan...
Nicolette van Dam concludes with satisfaction that falling blindly in love is no problem at all
The Netflix reality series Love Is Blind: Netherlands concluded with a reunion that highlighted the failure of most couples formed during the experiment. Despite the initial goal of finding love witho...
Floor (22) and Danique (29) open a lunchroom and bakery
Floor and Danique have opened a new bakery and lunchroom called Brood Café at Kleine Houtstraat 66 in Haarlem. The business serves a variety of artisanal breads and homemade delicacies seven days a w...
Against Groningen, Míchel solved Ajax's recurring problems with temporary solutions
Ajax achieved a 5-2 away win against FC Groningen by utilizing temporary tactical solutions to address long-standing structural issues. While the victory provides a necessary boost, the team's overall...
Low incomes spend more on childcare: can make a ten-euro monthly difference
Childcare organizations in the Netherlands are increasingly charging rates that exceed government subsidies, placing a greater financial burden on low-income families. Experts warn that these rising c...
Looking, looking, and fake buying: the dopamine hit without the costs
New online shopping platforms are gaining popularity by allowing users to curate collections of products without the ability to actually purchase them. Experts suggest these sites serve as a psycholog...
Not just IDFA: Amsterdam’s wider cultural sector hit by rising hotel costs as tourist tax hike drives away key visitors
Amsterdam's cultural sector, including major events like IDFA, ADE, and the Holland Festival, is struggling due to rising tourist taxes and hotel VAT. These increased costs are forcing organizers to r...
Spot the differences: Warmoesgracht in 1880 and 2026
In 1894, the Warmoesgracht canal in Amsterdam was filled in to create the modern Raadhuisstraat. This urban renewal project resulted in the demolition of several surrounding alleys and buildings near ...