Dutch News in English
Latest headlines from the Netherlands in English. Covering Amsterdam, Haarlem, and national Dutch news.
Teddy Swims to release second album in January
American singer Teddy Swims is set to release his second album this January, describing it as a vulnerable reflection of his personal growth and life experiences over the past two years. The artist wi...
Amsterdam civil servant Jim B. supplied addresses for 95 violent incidents: from 36 bombings to two attempted murders
A 48-year-old Amsterdam civil servant, Jim B., is on trial for allegedly leaking personal addresses to criminals who used the data to carry out 95 violent attacks, including bombings and attempted mur...
Energy bombs in the air: five questions and answers about power banks on planes
A KLM flight bound for Curaçao returned to Schiphol Airport after a power bank caught fire during the flight. Airlines and aviation agencies remind passengers that power banks are strictly prohibited...
NAP+ art fair in Markthal seeks to distinguish itself: ''Atmosphere less commercial''
The NAP+ art fair is currently taking place at the Centrale Markthal in Amsterdam, featuring 53 galleries with a focus on affordability and a less commercial atmosphere. The event aims to support emer...
Bankruptcy of Haarlem slaughterhouse inevitable, but politicians want a fresh start
The Slachthuis music venue in Haarlem has filed for bankruptcy due to significant financial debts, forcing an end to the current organization's operations. Despite the closure, local politicians and c...
Peace Week Haarlem kicks off: 'Harmony is an obstacle to peace'
Haarlem is celebrating a ten-day Peace Week focused on fostering community connection and meaningful dialogue about social harmony. The event features various activities including debates and discussi...
Lab that was hacked last year allowed to resume contribution to population screening
A laboratory responsible for a major data breach has been permitted to resume its role in the national cervical cancer screening program after implementing required security upgrades. Despite this res...
Whenever ministers complain about Prime Minister Jetten, Wilders is all too happy to fan the flames
The Dutch cabinet remains undecided on which opposition partners to pursue for majority support, leading to persistent political uncertainty. Internal tension has also mounted as ministers openly crit...
Ode to Nicole Kidman by Slovak pop star Adéla storms the charts
Slovak pop star Adéla Jergová has reached global music charts with her song Nicole Kidman, a tribute inspired by the actress's film roles. The track has received public praise from Kidman herself, w...
RIVM estimate: one in four adults in this part of Haarlem feels lonely
Recent data from the CBS, RIVM, and GGD reveals that one in seven Haarlem residents experiences intense loneliness, with certain neighborhoods reaching one in four. The report highlights that younger ...
Ajax still without new signing Yves Bissouma for home match against Excelsior
Ajax will face Excelsior this Saturday without new midfielder Yves Bissouma, who is not yet eligible to compete. The team is also dealing with several injuries, including Daley Blind and Simon Adingra...
Ouder-Amstel municipal council wants investigation into improving safety on Ronde Hoep
The Ouder-Amstel municipal council has called for an investigation into improving traffic safety on the Ronde Hoep following a fatal cycling accident. Officials are seeking both long-term infrastructu...
Cabinet allocates millions for evacuation of 250 sick children from Gaza to Jordan
The Dutch government is providing 12 million euros to support medical care for children from the Gaza Strip, including 6 million euros specifically for the evacuation and treatment of 250 children in ...
Cabinet and opposition to have coffee again, BBB sent to the naughty corner
Prime Minister Rob Jetten is launching a new round of talks with opposition parties to secure a legislative majority, while temporarily excluding the BBB following their support for a motion of no con...
René Froger cancels anniversary show due to illness but wants to perform with Toppers
Singer René Froger has canceled his December 18 anniversary show because his ongoing struggle with myositis prevents him from performing at his usual standard. He plans to prioritize his recovery and...
Kebab Amsterdam has a great excuse not to try their best, but thankfully doesn't use it
Kebab Amsterdam is a kebab shop located on the Ceintuurbaan that avoids the common trap of serving subpar food to its convenient, high-traffic customer base. The shop offers high-quality veal döner a...
What needs to change for you to feel safer?
A public discussion is being organized to address necessary changes to better protect women and girls against sexual harassment and violence. Residents are invited to participate and share their persp...
Editorial boards and journalists often face legal pressure
A survey of journalists and editorial boards in the Netherlands indicates that over half of journalists frequently face legal threats and intimidation in their professional work. These pressures, whic...
Two Saudi East-West pipeline pumping stations damaged
A drone attack from Iraq has damaged two pumping stations on a major Saudi Arabian oil pipeline, forcing a temporary closure. The disruption has resulted in cancelled oil shipments to at least two Eur...
Mauritshuis must return painting to heirs, says Minister Letschert
Minister Letschert has mandated that the Mauritshuis museum return a 17th-century painting to the heirs of art dealer Jacques Goudstikker. The decision aligns with a Restitutions Committee report conf...