Dutch News in English
Latest headlines from the Netherlands in English. Covering Amsterdam, Haarlem, and national Dutch news.
Amsterdam police deploy drones to monitor traffic: ‘You don’t see us, but we see you’
Amsterdam police are now using drones to monitor and penalize serious traffic violations, such as driving through red crosses or reversing on highways. Initial enforcement efforts, including in the Co...
Ineke Oostveen (60) photographed her daughter’s class for 10 years, from teenagers to young adults: ‘I knew their innocence wouldn’t last long’
Photographer Ineke Oostveen documented her daughter's school class over the course of a decade, capturing their transition from teenagers to young adults. The resulting portrait series, titled Praktis...
Police can use drones to fine drivers who ignore red X signals
Dutch police are now using drones to issue traffic fines for serious road violations like ignoring red X signals. By capturing license plate images from the air, officers can penalize drivers without ...
Houthis threaten to block second major Middle East strait
Houthi rebels have seized the Yemeni port city of Mokha and are threatening to disrupt shipping through the Bab Al Mandeb strait. This escalation in the proxy conflict between Iran-backed rebels and S...
Weesp lock reopens to pleasure craft
The Weesp lock has reopened to boat traffic following a month-long closure caused by severe drought conditions. Recent rainfall has allowed the water board to resume normal operations, though the faci...
In pictures | Princess Amalia begins military internship with the Royal Netherlands Navy
Crown Princess Amalia of the Netherlands has begun a military internship with the Royal Netherlands Navy. This follows her previous training experience with the Air Force.
Humberto Tan on criticism of girlfriend's pregnancy: 'What are you worried about?'
Presenter Humberto Tan is expecting a daughter with his partner Elise Roodenburg, a development that has prompted mixed reactions online regarding his age. Tan has publicly dismissed the negative crit...
Charli XCX to perform in the Netherlands again in February after eight years
Charli XCX has announced European tour dates that include a concert in the Netherlands this February. This performance marks the singer's first time playing in the country since her 2019 show at Parad...
Public Prosecution Service seizes properties of two OLVG cardiologists suspected of corruption
The Dutch Fiscal Intelligence and Investigation Service (FIOD) is investigating multiple cardiologists for corruption, including two doctors from the OLVG hospital. The specialists are suspected of fa...
Little Mix singer Jesy Nelson has a new relationship: 'Forgot to mention'
Former Little Mix singer Jesy Nelson has announced she is in a new relationship with a man named Ben Davies, who works as a landscaper. This development comes months after her split from former fiancÃ...
More efficient with 2,500 fewer staff, but who will get a grip on the municipality?
Political reporter Tim Wagemakers examines the ongoing reorganization of the Amsterdam municipality. He argues that cutting 2,500 staff positions is fundamentally a challenge against a self-sustaining...
Belgian state given six months to tackle overcrowded prisons
Belgium has been ordered to improve its severely overcrowded prison system within six months after legal challenges highlighted human rights violations. With nearly 800 inmates forced to sleep on the ...
Olcay Gulsen stunned by footage leaked by Jaimie Vaes: 'Harmful'
Olcay Gulsen has publicly expressed her dismay after Jaimie Vaes leaked footage in which she made allegedly false claims about Gulsen's fiancé. The video, filmed during a commercial break at a televi...
Hoofddorp man arrested for money laundering: authorities seize ship in IJmuiden harbor
A 55-year-old Hoofddorp resident has been arrested on suspicion of money laundering following an extensive investigation. Authorities seized assets worth approximately one million euros, including a s...
Top tip! Test your knowledge of Dutch geography with this free game
Developer Tijmen Klein has launched Polderprikker, a free daily online game that challenges players to pinpoint Dutch locations on a map using satellite imagery. Since its creation, the game has gaine...
Sheryl wants to foster connection with a large interactive artificial heart: "Please, do touch!"
Designer Sheryl Leysner has created a large, interactive wool heart titled Heart Beat for the Big Art exhibition in Rotterdam. The installation, which reacts to sound and invites audience participatio...
Berget Lewis is married: 'Our hearts are overflowing and we are grateful'
Singer Berget Lewis married her partner Spek on August 28, 2024, exactly five years after they first met. The intimate wedding ceremony featured musical performances from friends and was described by ...
Paramount working on film version of Hawaii Five-O
Paramount is in the early stages of developing a feature film based on the Hawaii Five-O franchise with director Destin Daniel Cretton. The project is currently being written by Chris Bremmer and Noah...
Company behind ChatGPT wants to slow down AI development until safety standards are in place
OpenAI's leadership and various industry researchers are advocating for a slowdown in AI development to establish essential safety standards for advanced systems. The call comes as concerns mount over...
Fred being Fred: in the B&B Vol Liefde reunion, he again curtly dismisses any hint of self-criticism
During the B&B Vol Liefde reunion, participant Fred remained unapologetic regarding his behavior, dismissing any need for self-criticism while maintaining his search for an ideal partner. The episode ...