Dutch News in English
Latest headlines from the Netherlands in English. Covering Amsterdam, Haarlem, and national Dutch news.
Prosecutor seeks no death penalty against son who killed director Rob Reiner
Prosecutors in Los Angeles have decided not to seek the death penalty against Nick Reiner, who is accused of murdering his parents, director Rob Reiner and Michele Singer. The defendant maintains his ...
Ben Saunders took the Netherlands by storm, but refused to live life on others' terms
Ben Saunders rose to national fame as the inaugural winner of The Voice of Holland in 2010 before stepping back from the limelight to escape industry pressures. He continued to pursue music while work...
Three months after devastating explosion, wreckage in Remijden remains confronting for residents
Three months after a powerful explosion rocked an apartment complex in Osdorp, the site remains in a damaged state that continues to distress local residents. While authorities are working on repairs ...
What Prinsjesdag 2026 means for your wallet
The 2026 Dutch budget plans feature a slight decline in average purchasing power, with changes affecting fuel, aviation, alcohol, and water taxes. Healthcare costs are expected to rise through increas...
Those hoping for lower energy bills will have to take action themselves: cabinet will not provide relief
The Dutch government has ruled out energy price caps or tax cuts despite a significant surge in gas and electricity rates. Households are expected to manage rising costs independently by investing in ...
Why is there frequent nuisance on Tussen Meer? "Attractive to young people from outside Osdorp"
Mayor Femke Halsema has identified Tussen Meer in Osdorp as a priority location due to persistent noise complaints caused by an influx of young visitors from outside the neighborhood. The city is resp...
Ajax looks for points in rescheduled match against Willem II
Ajax defeated Willem II 5-1 in a rescheduled Eredivisie match at the Johan Cruijff Arena on Tuesday. The victory moves Ajax to fourth place in the league standings, narrowing the gap to the leaders to...
Demand for intensive elderly care in Haarlem to grow by 190 people by 2030
Projections from the RIVM suggest that the number of residents in Haarlem requiring intensive, round-the-clock elderly care will grow by 190 people by 2030. This rising demand is largely attributed to...
Tara Singh Varma (1948-2026) was one of the first women of color to climb the political ladder: ‘Her serious missteps should not stand in the way of a tribute’
Former GreenLeft politician Tara Singh Varma has died, prompting reflection on both her political breakthroughs as an early woman of color in government and her past scandals involving false claims of...
Suspect in assault of columnist Yesim Candan's son possibly involved in another assault
A suspect named Haci Y. has appeared in court for allegedly attacking the son of columnist Yesim Candan with a chain lock in Amsterdam. He is also under investigation for a separate assault on a woman...
Minister Vijlbrief: Review unemployment benefit cuts for older workers unable to find jobs
Minister Hans Vijlbrief is willing to adjust plans to halve unemployment benefits to better support older workers who struggle to find new employment. The minister hopes this concession will encourage...
Video | Trailer for hit series Lupin shows first footage of new season
Netflix has released the first trailer for the upcoming season of the hit series Lupin. The fourth installment of the show is scheduled to premiere on the streaming platform on October 23.
Keerthana Kunnath shows how female bodybuilders from South India defy the norm
Artist Keerthana Kunnath is presenting her debut exhibition at Amsterdam's Foam museum, featuring a photography series that highlights female bodybuilders in South India. The work explores themes of g...
Lawyers criticize 'excessive demands' in 'ridiculously slow' trial of eight co-defendants of 'Rico the Chilean'
Defense lawyers in the Amsterdam mega-trial of eight co-defendants linked to Rico the Chilean are calling for acquittals due to excessive sentencing demands. The attorneys argue that the prosecution h...
See here what the cabinet's plans do to your purchasing power
Proposed cabinet measures suggest that most households in the Netherlands may face reduced purchasing power by 2027 if the plans are passed. While some families might see relief through childcare subs...
Council of State critical of lack of climate plans: We have already wasted a lot of time
The Council of State has criticized the Dutch government for insufficient climate policy, warning that the nation is currently off track to meet its 2030 and 2050 environmental targets. The advisory b...
What will you notice from the cabinet's plans? Ask our experts your questions
Following the release of the Miljoenennota and the national budget, AD readers are invited to participate in a live Q&A session tomorrow between 12:00 and 13:00. During this event, experts will answer...
Most people will be slightly worse off next year if the plans go ahead
Most households in the Netherlands could face a slight decline in purchasing power by 2027 due to proposed tax increases and policy changes, according to the Centraal Planbureau. While working individ...
This is what the cabinet is doing with your wallet: gifts now, a bill later
The Dutch cabinet's new budget provides minor purchasing power relief but introduces a net tax increase for citizens to fund defense and bridge fiscal gaps. While wage taxes rise, labor remains more h...
Prinsjesdag plans outlined: healthcare deductible towards 400 euros, money for first-time buyers and new radios for soldiers
The Dutch government has announced its Prinsjesdag budget, featuring an increase in the annual healthcare deductible to 400 euros and significant investments in housing and defense. The plans also inc...