Dutch News in English
Latest headlines from the Netherlands in English. Covering Amsterdam, Haarlem, and national Dutch news.
Ajax takes a gamble on new signing Yves Bissouma: perfect profile but comes with baggage
Ajax has signed midfielder Yves Bissouma after the transfer deadline to add versatility to their squad. While he fits the team's desired profile, concerns remain regarding his attitude and potential d...
Laptop on lap, in a hallway: plans for Budget Day have been overhauled before
The Dutch government is planning significant revisions to the budget proposal presented on Prinsjesdag. Similar adjustments were made in 2023, though the overall success of those past changes remains ...
People who fail to pay health insurance premiums will no longer face higher bills
The Dutch government plans to abolish the 10 percent surcharge currently imposed on health insurance premiums for individuals who fall behind on payments. Both the CAK and health insurers agree that t...
Halsema: Fining homeless people in doorways remains possible if outdoor sleeping ban is scrapped
Amsterdam Mayor Femke Halsema states that while the city plans to scrap the general ban on outdoor sleeping, homeless individuals could still be fined for nuisance behavior in doorways under different...
KLM Open returns to De Kennemer in Zandvoort after twelve years
The KLM Open golf tournament will return to the historic Kennemer Golf and Country Club in Zandvoort in June 2027. After previously hosting the event twenty times, the venue is praised by organizers f...
Sleeping in doorways of homes and shops remains illegal, even if Amsterdam scraps fines for sleeping rough
Amsterdam will maintain a ban on sleeping in doorways of homes and shops even if the city proceeds with its plan to abolish general fines for rough sleeping. Mayor Femke Halsema clarified that authori...
Stefan de Walle steps down as Sinterklaas in Het Sinterklaasjournaal after 15 years: ‘Goodbye!’
Actor Stefan de Walle is stepping down from his role as Sinterklaas in the national program Het Sinterklaasjournaal after fifteen years. He expressed his gratitude to the audience and his colleagues w...
Stefan de Walle steps down as Sinterklaas in Sinterklaasjournaal after fifteen years
Actor Stefan de Walle is stepping down from his role as Sinterklaas in the popular Dutch program Het Sinterklaasjournaal after fifteen years. A successor will be revealed during the program on Novembe...
Operation Fur: Council backs alderman in fight against slumlords, but criticizes results
Amsterdam alderman Zita Pels has committed to auditing 20,000 homes to tackle housing exploitation, though council members are skeptical about the plan's feasibility due to budget cuts and past enforc...
Operation Fur: Council backs alderman in fight against slumlords, but criticizes results
Amsterdam Alderman Zita Pels has launched an ambitious initiative to inspect 20,000 rental properties, aiming to curb high costs and slumlord behavior. While the city council supports the goal, member...
Mischa Blok’s favorite Amsterdam word: Unfortunately, fewer and fewer people use the word 'sores' and choose 'trauma' instead
Journalist Mischa Blok will compete in the 2026 Groot Amsterdams Dictee on October 10. She recently expressed her preference for using the term sores over trauma, arguing that people should avoid path...
What a beautiful grey color, I said about my neighbor's cat. ‘Are you blind? That cat is black! Go buy some glasses!’
A resident on Javastraat struggles with a perpetually angry neighbor who constantly insults them over minor observations. After the neighbor criticizes the narrator for losing their temper just once, ...
Amsterdam police deploy drones for traffic enforcement: We reach areas needing supervision faster
Amsterdam police have begun using drones to conduct targeted traffic enforcement and improve situational awareness on the roads. This new technology allows officers to reach specific areas more quickl...
Man in yellow top sought for shooting in Lijnden
Police are seeking a suspect following a robbery and shooting that occurred in Lijnden on July 28. Authorities released footage of the man, described as being around 25 years old, who fled the scene i...
'Secret' draft budget revealed: different Box 3 plan, baby bonus, and cheaper flowers after all
A leaked draft budget from Finance Minister Eelco Heinen revealed plans to secure opposition support through tax concessions, a baby bonus, and lower VAT for flowers. The proposal was ultimately rejec...
'Dating app for books' a big success: 50,000 swipes in first weekend
Hebban has launched a dating-app-style feature for book recommendations that generated 50,000 swipes in its first weekend. This initiative is part of a wider effort by the CPNB to improve declining li...
C The Future brings technology and circularity together in Haarlem
C The Future will host its fourth annual event at MAAK Park in Haarlem on October 3 to explore the intersection of technology, creativity, and sustainability. The free event features workshops and dem...
Tom Cruise warns film colleagues that he is demanding
Actor Tom Cruise has openly acknowledged that he is a demanding colleague, warning co-workers in advance about his intense professional expectations. He describes his upcoming role as an oil tycoon in...
US interest rates almost certain to rise, and we will feel it immediately in the Netherlands
The U.S. Federal Reserve faces pressure regarding a potential interest rate hike, with concerns over political backlash and financial market stability. Any decision made by the central bank is expecte...
How a railway strike led to the Hunger Winter
On September 17, 1944, approximately 30,000 Dutch railway employees went on strike and went into hiding to resist the German occupation. This action triggered a chain reaction that eventually led to t...