Dutch News in English
Latest headlines from the Netherlands in English. Covering Amsterdam, Haarlem, and national Dutch news.
Duo blows up ATM in Nieuw-West hotel
Two suspects used explosives to target an ATM inside a hotel in Amsterdam's Nieuw-West district early Tuesday morning. No injuries were reported, although the building sustained damage and the suspect...
AI giant refuses to allow killer robots or online spying, angering Trump
AI company Anthropic is involved in a legal dispute with the Trump administration after refusing to allow its technology to be used for surveillance or the creation of lethal robots. The conflict move...
Rheumatism buddies became friends for life
Reporter Mitzie Meijerhof and Rob Pfaff recount how they transitioned from "rheumatism buddies" to lifelong friends. Their story serves as the conclusion to the "Voor het leven" series, which explores...
Oman reports two foreign deaths in drone shoot-down
Two foreign nationals were killed and several others injured in the coastal town of Sohar, Oman, after drones or their debris fell on an industrial estate. The casualties occurred when the drones were...
New Ajax coach Oscar Garcia candid ahead of baptism of fire: 'After Mariona's death I can handle anything'
Oscar Garcia has taken over as the interim manager of Ajax, aiming to lead the club to Champions League qualification starting with an upcoming match against Sparta. In an open interview, he discussed...
Rob Bakker pursues youth care complaint: ‘Before you know it, your child is gone’
Historian and writer Rob Bakker has released a sequel to his book 'Kinderen van de staat,' continuing his critique of the Dutch youth care system. While acknowledging the good intentions of workers, B...
Trump threatens Iran again and says he has all the time
On his Truth Social platform, Donald Trump issued new threats against the leaders of Iran, claiming the United States possesses unmatched military strength. He asserted that the U.S. has unrivaled fir...
Haarlem politicians and experts debate youth care waiting list of 400 children: ‘Does supply create demand?’
Politicians and experts in Haarlem gathered at the De Pletterij debate center to address the city's youth care waiting list of 400 children. The discussion explored causes for the increased demand, su...
Resident injured in fire in De Pijp, home uninhabitable
A resident was hospitalized for smoke inhalation following an apartment fire in Amsterdam's De Pijp neighborhood shortly after midnight. The blaze rendered the home uninhabitable and forced neighbors ...
Windfall for 'unlucky' students: 2,000 euro compensation in 2027
Students who studied under the Dutch loan system are set to receive an additional compensation of approximately 2,000 euros in 2027. This extra payment, which depends on the length of their studies, c...
Mystery over identity of Verspronck’s ‘Girl’ is part of the appeal. Painting now on display at Frans Hals Museum
The Frans Hals Museum in Haarlem is hosting an exhibition featuring Johannes Cornelisz Verspronck's famous painting 'Girl in a Blue Dress,' focusing on the enduring mystery of the subject's identity. ...
100 more seats to fill in municipal elections
The upcoming Dutch municipal elections will feature 102 additional council seats compared to four years ago, bringing the total to 8,552 seats. This increase is based on recent population growth and a...
Bargain hunters search for gems at Sportcentrum Groenendaal flea market
Organisatieburo Mikki is hosting a flea market this Sunday at Sportcentrum Groenendaal on Heemsteedse Sportparklaan. The event invites bargain hunters and collectors to browse for unique items and enj...
Saudi Arabia reports downing drone headed for diplomatic quarter
The Saudi Arabian Ministry of Defense reported the interception of a drone targeting the diplomatic quarter in Riyadh. Additionally, two other drones were shot down in different parts of the country.
War slows growth in almost all Dutch sectors, says Rabobank
Rabobank reports that the conflict in the Middle East is slowing economic growth across nearly all sectors in the Netherlands. Businesses are currently facing higher energy costs, disrupted trade rout...
Dutch Athletics vows to prioritize athletes after sex tape scandal: 'I think we can do better'
Chiel Warners, the new technical director of the Dutch Athletics Union, announced a shift in focus toward athlete welfare following a non-consensual sex tape scandal involving Zoë Sedney. During a pr...
US allows sale of Russian oil, but only if already at sea
The United States is temporarily allowing the purchase of Russian oil that is already in transit by sea to help stabilize rising fuel costs. This exception is intended to alleviate global market press...
Successful animated film K-Pop: Demon Hunters gets a sequel on Netflix
Netflix has officially announced a sequel to the successful animated film KPop Demon Hunters. Directors Maggie Kang and Chris Appelhans are set to return for the second installment of the movie.
Reader's question: How to find a legal cleaner without an immediate contract commitment?
After being injured in a bicycle accident, 71-year-old Siem Weterings is seeking a temporary, legally registered domestic worker to assist with household chores. The inquiry addresses how to hire such...
From De Wallen to Henk Sneevlietweg: The city in miniature at new Miniature Museum
A new Miniature Museum has opened in Amsterdam, featuring detailed and interactive models of iconic city locations like the Red Light District and Vondelpark. Located in the former Diamond Museum near...