Dutch News in English
Latest headlines from the Netherlands in English. Covering Amsterdam, Haarlem, and national Dutch news.
Amsterdamse Hap: how Van Wees makes his famous cheese fondue
Proeflokaal A. van Wees in Amsterdam has gained popularity for its unique cheese fondue, which swaps traditional Swiss ingredients for a selection of Dutch cheeses and locally produced spiced jenever....
Video | Tears flow for Céline Dion following return to live performances
Canadian singer Céline Dion has made a public comeback following a lengthy absence from the stage due to health issues. The emotional return marked a significant milestone for the artist after her pe...
Divers pull man from car submerged in Oosterdokskade
A man was rescued by fire department divers after his car submerged at the Oosterdokskade in Amsterdam late yesterday evening. He was resuscitated on the scene and rushed to the hospital following wha...
The greenhouse | To govern is to foresee, and that certainly applies to climate policy
Decades after early parliamentary warnings, climate change remains a complex political issue where personal experience with environmental disasters does not consistently guarantee public support for c...
Mesh helps adults in Haarlem make friends: 'A shared love for padel is no guarantee of a real connection'
The social platform Mesh has expanded to Haarlem, offering a service to help adults build meaningful friendships based on personality compatibility rather than just shared hobbies. By using a personal...
Ajax is a work in progress: the football is not yet sexy, but becoming more stable
Ajax achieved a dominant 5-1 victory over Fortuna Sittard in a match that highlighted the team's growing stability and the debut of new players. While head coach Míchel Sánchez praised the result, h...
Thilo Kehrer after impressive Ajax debut: I think my style fits the philosophy of Ajax and the manager very well
Thilo Kehrer made a successful debut for Ajax, scoring a goal and providing an assist in a 5-1 win against Fortuna Sittard. The German defender joined the club believing his style of play complements ...
Is the construction of the East Bridge up for political debate? Not for PRO, VVD has doubts
Debate over the construction of the Oostbrug in Amsterdam has reignited after budget estimates for the project rose significantly from 325 million to 850 million euros. While some political parties ca...
Super El Niño is emerging on a warming planet and here is what that means
A record-breaking El Niño event is currently emerging, with ocean temperatures significantly higher than average, potentially lasting until 2027. This phenomenon is expected to drive global temperatu...
LIVE Eredivisie | Heerenveen hunting for three points against Telstar
SC Heerenveen and Telstar played to a 0-0 draw at the Abe Lenstra Stadion, marking the first goalless result of the current Eredivisie season. Despite numerous scoring opportunities for both sides, ex...
Danish war drama Woman Unknown is the big winner at Venice Film Festival, John Malkovich named best actor
The Venice Film Festival announced the Danish drama Woman Unknown as the top winner, while John Malkovich was awarded best actor for his role in Wild Horse Nine. Other notable honors included the jury...
Reacher actor Alan Ritchson and wife Catherine split after 20 years of marriage
Actor Alan Ritchson, known for his role in the series Reacher, has announced his divorce from his wife, Catherine, after twenty years of marriage. The couple shares three sons and has asked for privac...
Dick Maas and Huub Stapel receive lifetime achievement award at Film by the Sea
Director Dick Maas and actor Huub Stapel have received lifetime achievement awards at the 28th annual Film by the Sea festival. The event is honoring the pair by screening several of their notable col...
Ajax steamrolls Fortuna in final half-hour, starring role for debutant Thilo Kehrer
Ajax secured a 5-1 away victory against Fortuna Sittard, driven by a standout performance from debutant Thilo Kehrer. After a competitive first hour, the visitors dominated the final thirty minutes wi...
Recap: Substitutes help Ajax to commanding victory over Fortuna Sittard
Ajax secured a dominant 5-1 away win against Fortuna Sittard, with goals from five different players including debutant Thilo Kehrer. The victory moves the Amsterdam club up to fifth place in the Ered...
The Odyssey sets record for Universal with $1.68 billion revenue
The Odyssey, produced by Christopher Nolan and Emma Thomas, has become a record-breaking success for Universal by grossing $1.68 billion worldwide. The film, which stars Matt Damon and Anne Hathaway, ...
'Less talking about each other': that call says a lot about the culture in The Hague
Former mayor Ahmed Aboutaleb calls for a cultural shift in The Hague, arguing that politicians spend too much time on petty conflicts rather than addressing significant societal issues. Political repo...
Minister Heleen Herbert: ‘To me, negotiation is synonymous with political failure’
Heleen Herbert has transitioned from the corporate world to serve as the Minister of Economic Affairs and Climate in the Netherlands. In a recent interview, she discussed her political philosophy, inc...
Ajax visits Fortuna Sittard, Amrabat and Kehrer get first starts
Ajax claimed a 5-1 away victory against Fortuna Sittard after a tightly contested first hour of play. The win moves Ajax into fifth place in the league table with ten points from five matches.
Actor Mohamed Akalay wants to be the new Hamlet
Actor Mohamed Akalay is performing in the youth production Expeditie Rijksmuseum at the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam. He aims to connect with young audiences while pursuing his long-term career goal of pl...