Dutch News in English
Latest headlines from the Netherlands in English. Covering Amsterdam, Haarlem, and national Dutch news.
Tessa (37) earns 3700 euros a month and saves on clothes and groceries, but not on swimming lessons: 'If they finish faster, it costs the same in the end'
Bank employee Tessa van Ravenzwaaij earns a monthly income of over 5,000 euros including benefits, which helps her comfortably cover her family's rent and daily expenses. While she actively saves mone...
Ronnie Wood (79) delivers no vocal fireworks at Paradiso, but the performance is enthusiastic and pleasantly laid-back
Ronnie Wood performed a relaxed and intimate show at Paradiso in Amsterdam, creating an atmosphere reminiscent of a high-end pub band. The legendary guitarist displayed an enthusiastic but laid-back s...
Jessie J takes a break from social media: 'Diving into my real world'
Singer Jessie J is stepping back from social media to prioritize her health and family following a difficult two years that included a cancer diagnosis and a cross-continental move. The artist plans t...
'This must be Amsterdam': fans speculate about possible Oasis reunion concert at the Arena
Oasis fans are speculating that the band might perform in Amsterdam as part of a rumored 2027 world tour after mysterious social media videos surfaced. Followers believe the footage references a 1994 ...
Odido employee falls for phishing site: police share conversation with hack suspect for the first time
Dutch police have released audio of a phone call where a suspect impersonated an IT worker to trick an Odido employee into compromising company security. This successful phishing attack led to a massi...
13-year-old boy forcibly robbed of fatbike in Diemen: police release footage of suspected minor
A 13-year-old boy was robbed of his fatbike by two suspects in Diemen on July 5, 2025, after being physically intimidated. Police have released security footage of a suspect and are currently seeking ...
From failed experiments to a global hit: how the Satisfyer emerged from a Bavarian basement
The French comedy Pour le plaisir claims that a French engineer invented the Satisfyer, but the device was actually created by German engineer Michael Lenke. Lenke developed the popular air-pulse vibr...
Provincial Council votes against wind turbines at Noorder IJplas, Amsterdam alderman disappointed: 'Political game'
The Provincial Council of Noord-Holland has blocked the construction of three wind turbines near Amsterdam's Noorder IJplas due to traffic safety concerns at the Coenplein junction. Amsterdam official...
Wealthier than mom and dad? Younger generations usually have more money than their parents
Data from Statistics Netherlands (CBS) shows that younger generations are generally wealthier than their parents were at the same age. Millennials are more likely to own a home and have savings compar...
Drawn live by residents – how Esther Polak makes the movements of Amsterdammers visible again
Artist Esther Polak is revisiting her influential 2002 project Amsterdam RealTime, which used GPS data to map the travel patterns of local residents. This pioneering work is currently being showcased ...
Journalist cycles through Amsterdam-Noord to get his OV-chipkaart balance back: We have the device, but this never works
Journalist Remco de Ridder struggled to reclaim his OV-chipkaart balance after receiving notice that his card would be deactivated due to a system update. Despite visiting a service location in Amster...
'Rare' fruits and vegetables still barely leave the farm
About 15 percent of produce grown in the Netherlands is discarded annually because it fails to meet strict supermarket standards for size and appearance. While waste-reduction organizations are active...
Municipality places trash can in middle of bike path: "I find this hilarious, typical Noord"
A newly renovated roundabout in Amsterdam-Noord features a trash can placed directly in the middle of a bike path, causing confusion among local residents. The municipality clarified that the bin serv...
WATCH | Minister did not rush decision on broadcaster ON!: 'This is not North Korea'
Media Minister Letschert is poised to announce a decision regarding the potential removal of the broadcaster Ongehoord Nederland from the public system. Reporters confirmed that the process is followi...
Soap opera over large wind turbines: Amsterdam bites the dust again after 17 years
The Province of North Holland has blocked Amsterdam's long-standing plans to build three large wind turbines near the Coenplein, citing serious concerns over traffic safety. The decision complicates e...
Review Pagliacci and Cavalleria rusticana: illusion and reality consistently intertwine in the season opener of the Dutch National Opera
The Dutch National Opera has launched its new season with an innovative production of the famous double bill Pagliacci and Cavalleria rusticana. Director Robert Carsen employs a clever theatrical appr...
How concerning is the AfD's victory? 'This goes far beyond the radical right in the Netherlands'
The electoral success of the AfD in Saxony-Anhalt has caused widespread concern among Dutch experts regarding the rise of radical right-wing politics. Historians warn that this shift poses a significa...
Oasis hint at concert in Amsterdam next year
Oasis has released a cryptic social media video hinting at a future concert in Amsterdam. The post references a 1994 travel incident and aligns with reports suggesting a 2027 tour that could include t...
Oasis hints at concert in Amsterdam next year
Oasis has teased a possible concert in Amsterdam through a cryptic social media post referencing a 1994 travel incident. Reports suggest the band may perform at the Johan Cruijff Arena in 2027, though...
Live: Nationwide public transport strike | Schiphol remains partially accessible during public transport strike
A 24-hour nationwide public transport strike in the Netherlands has concluded, with normal service schedules resuming on Thursday. The protest, led by unions to oppose proposed social security cuts, c...