Dutch News in English
Latest headlines from the Netherlands in English. Covering Amsterdam, Haarlem, and national Dutch news.
Killing of British criminal ‘Tommy’ Parker in warehouse was self-defense, suspects argue; prosecutors allege murder or manslaughter
Two suspects, Rene S. and John S., are facing charges of murder or manslaughter for the fatal shooting of British criminal Tommy Parker in a Heerhugowaard warehouse. The defendants maintain that they ...
Antibiotic use in Dutch livestock farming drops again
The Dutch government has established a new agreement with the veal industry to reduce the number of high-antibiotic-use farms by 50 percent by 2032. This move aims to build on a 77.2 percent reduction...
All-you-can-eat in Amsterdam: where to eat unlimited food
Amsterdam features numerous all-you-can-eat restaurants ranging from Brazilian rodízio and Korean barbecue to specialized sushi and pancake venues. These dining spots offer diverse culinary experienc...
Hotel in 'Kinkerbuurt hole' approved after years-long battle, but neighborhood continues fight
Despite a favorable ruling from the Council of State for a long-stay hotel in Amsterdam's Kinkerbuurt, local residents are continuing their decade-long protest against the development. Opponents hope ...
Lost to PSV, but Ajax has many reasons to be optimistic about this season
Although Ajax lost their recent match against PSV, analysts remain optimistic about the team's tactical growth and performance under trainer Míchel. The discussion also covered a controversial foul b...
Kelly Osbourne wore wig to hide weight loss: 'I didn't feel good'
Kelly Osbourne revealed she wore a wig and specific clothing to hide her drastic weight loss while attending a tribute to her late father at the Grammy Awards. The presenter expressed regret over her ...
Volkswagen converts factory for defense production
Volkswagen will stop vehicle production at its Osnabruck plant next year to transition the facility into a manufacturing hub for defense equipment. The partnership with the defense firm Rafael aims to...
Sara (26) lives in 28 square meters without outdoor space: The Jordaan is our garden
Interior designer Sara Zuidema lives in a 28-square-meter apartment in the Jordaan area of Amsterdam. She successfully optimizes her small space by downsizing furniture and occasionally relying on nei...
Join Noord aan Zet
The Haarlem municipality is seeking community project proposals for Haarlem Noord to enhance the neighborhood's social and green spaces. The initiative includes a new specific budget for youth project...
Former executive of Belgian chipmaker suspected of spying for China
A former executive of the bankrupt Belgian chipmaker Belgan has been arrested on charges of espionage and fraud for allegedly leaking trade secrets to a Chinese company. Prosecutors suggest that the c...
Exhibition A Good Hard Look: encounter between a dismantled scooter and a note from K. Schippers on a sidewalk tile
The exhibition A Good Hard Look at Gallery Working Title features a collaborative exploration of surrealism by artists Jade van Doesburg and Baroeg Mulder. By combining personal artifacts from writer ...
Review: ‘His work is what it is’ – this Amsterdam gallery presents Jeroen Henneman’s first major solo exhibition in eight years
Jeroen Henneman’s first major solo exhibition in eight years is now on display at the Vriend van Bavink gallery in Amsterdam. The show features a wide range of his signature standing drawings, sculp...
Eurozone economy grows stronger than expected thanks to Ireland
The eurozone economy experienced stronger-than-expected growth, reaching 1.2 percent annually due to a substantial 10 percent surge in Ireland's output. While the broader European Union also saw growt...
Why rising national debt is now making your mortgage and loans more expensive
Rising national debt levels and persistent inflation are driving up interest rates as investors demand higher risk premiums on bonds. This trend, exacerbated by heavy investment in artificial intellig...
Peter Pannekoek and Jan Smit to host Gouden Televizier-Ring Gala again
Peter Pannekoek and Jan Smit will return to host the 61st Gouden Televizier-Ring Gala on October 8. The ceremony will be held at Koninklijk Theater Carré in Amsterdam and broadcast live on NPO 1.
Resident comes face to face with burglar and chases him out of his house
A resident in Amsterdam-West successfully chased an intruder out of his home late Monday evening after discovering the burglar inside. Police searched the immediate area but failed to locate the suspe...
Police to release suspect's statement on Odido hack tonight
Dutch police are set to release an audio recording of a suspect who gained access to Odido's internal systems by impersonating an IT worker. Authorities have confirmed the voice is authentic and hope ...
Claudia de Breij, Caro and Rob Kamphues in new season of De slimste mens
The 28th season of the Dutch quiz show De slimste mens will premiere on September 21, hosted by Herman van der Zandt with Paulien Cornelisse as the new jury member. The upcoming series features a vari...
'I said: alright': how a 19-year-old was recruited for an armed robbery via Snapchat
A 19-year-old man from Amsterdam was recruited via Snapchat to participate in an armed robbery of a jewelry store. He allegedly agreed to carry out the crime, which involved threatening a jeweler with...
Theater maker Jon van Eerd to shut down production company but is not retiring
Theater maker Jon van Eerd is closing his production company, Pretpakhuis, after the final run of Boeing Boeing in 2027. Despite the closure, the 66-year-old artist intends to continue his career by f...