Dutch News in English
Latest headlines from the Netherlands in English. Covering Amsterdam, Haarlem, and national Dutch news.
Two Germans arrested for hanging fake artworks in the Louvre
Two German men were arrested for hanging fake artworks inside the Louvre museum in Paris, claiming the act was a prank. The unauthorized installation caused minor wall damage, but the Mona Lisa was no...
Long-cherished new clubhouse of Koninklijke HFC festively opened
Koninklijke HFC in Haarlem has officially opened its new clubhouse after nine years of planning and eighteen months of construction. Members and supporters celebrated the unveiling, praising the moder...
Ajax slips up again against Excelsior in thrilling battle despite Tolu's spectacular debut
Ajax played to a 2-2 draw against Excelsior at the Johan Cruijff Arena, marking their fourth draw in five encounters with the club. New signing Tolu made a spectacular debut by scoring the equalizer s...
Ajax enters international break with a hangover: bogey team Excelsior holds Amsterdammers to a draw
Ajax played to a frustrating 2-2 draw against their bogey team Excelsior at the Johan Cruijff Arena. Despite a spirited performance and a quick response from substitute Tolu Arokodare to equalize, Aja...
Wobbly Trump tries to set the tone by excluding the press
President Trump has blocked journalists from CNN, Politico, and MS NOW from accessing the White House, citing concerns over perceived biased reporting. While the administration aims to curb critical m...
You don't win elections with homeless people: why politics is failing them
The number of homeless people in the Netherlands is rising, marked by visible signs of hardship in public spaces. Political reporter Hans van Soest criticizes politicians for prioritizing internal par...
22-euro bread at Noordermarkt is 'a lifestyle': "Me and my bread, selfie, done"
Artisanal bread priced at up to 22 euros at Amsterdam's Noordermarkt has triggered widespread debate online and among local residents. While some criticize the high cost as an empty status symbol, the...
Hila Noorzai returns with talk show on NPO 1
Hila Noorzai is launching a new talk show on NPO 1, with broadcasts scheduled for late February and a return in late May. The project follows her previous hosting experience on the temporary summer se...
Ajax to start debutant Tsygankov against Excelsior, Dolberg returns as striker
Ajax played to a 2-2 draw against Excelsior at the Johan Cruijff Arena after failing to capitalize on numerous late chances. Despite goals from Julian Brandt and Tolu Arokodare, Ajax remains unable to...
Explosion at home of influencer Sara Posh in Oost: "I will not be intimidated by a cowardly act"
An explosion occurred at the Amsterdam home of influencer Sara Posh early Friday morning, causing smoke damage to her property. Although the influencer was inside at the time, she remained uninjured a...
Use of penalty payments under debate: If people only file requests to harass the government, you have to put on the brakes
Activist Frank van der Linde has sparked national debate after obtaining large penalty payments from the government through legal requests. Critics argue the system is being exploited for harassment, ...
René Froger finds it painful to take a step back due to health issues
René Froger is stepping back from his music career to focus on managing an autoimmune disease that he has struggled with for two years. The 65-year-old singer has already canceled his 2026 anniversar...
Mayor Halsema visits counterpart Mamdani in New York
Amsterdam Mayor Femke Halsema is visiting New York City to attend the Urban20 diplomatic conference, where she is meeting with international leaders to discuss affordable housing, climate, and migrati...
More than 700 applications for a single rental property in Scheveningen: ‘People are desperate’
A 51-square-meter apartment in Scheveningen received over 700 responses within two days, highlighting the severe housing shortage in The Hague. Real estate agent Paul Rats describes the situation as a...
France anticipates record debt: Twice the level agreed within EU
France's national debt is set to reach record levels of over 120 percent of its GDP, which is double the European Union's agreed limit. The government is struggling to implement 54 billion euros in au...
Mayor and Schiphol boss swap jobs for a day: 'Not to emphasize friendship'
Schiphol CEO Pieter van Oord and Haarlemmermeer Mayor Marianne Schuurmans temporarily swapped jobs to gain deeper insight into their differing organizational interests. The exchange allowed both leade...
Phone of the Wind at Elswout estate: calling deceased loved ones
A 'Phone of the Wind' has been installed at the Elswout estate in Overveen to help people cope with grief by symbolically speaking to deceased loved ones. Initiated by local resident Trudy Satink, the...
Applesauce from this supermarket wins our taste test: ‘Nice and appley’
Three experts conducted a blind taste test of eleven brands of applesauce to determine the best-tasting option. They emphasized the importance of a firm consistency rather than a watery texture for a ...
Busy Amsterdam and quiet Weesp face same high tourist tax? "We want a tailored approach"
Amsterdam plans to raise its tourist tax to 20 percent by 2031, a policy that currently also impacts the quieter town of Weesp. Local business owners are requesting a tailored approach, arguing that t...
Discounts on Swapfiets or HelloFresh meals? The ‘gift collective agreement’ is on the rise
Employers in the Netherlands are increasingly offering employee perks like discounts on services such as Swapfiets or HelloFresh instead of traditional wage increases. The labor union FNV has raised c...