Dutch News in English
Latest headlines from the Netherlands in English. Covering Amsterdam, Haarlem, and national Dutch news.
Mexican house and techno festival Zamna coming to Havenpark in Amsterdam for 20,000 visitors
Plea for neighborhood heat networks in Velsen, but insulation and heat pumps first
Resident associations in the IJmond region are advocating for the implementation of local neighborhood heat networks in Velsen as a more sustainable and affordable alternative to large-scale industria...
New in: French dining with a twist at Chez Chloé on the Overtoom
Chez Chloé has opened on the Overtoom in Amsterdam, offering French-style dining with a relaxed and informal atmosphere. The restaurant focuses on quality food and wine, providing a chic yet accessib...
Tim (22) and Jesse (22) build AI company alongside graduation: 'Maybe we should start a company together and see how far we get'
Tim Lind and Jesse Lamm, both 22, launched their AI company LLM Solution in December 2025 while finishing their studies. Following their graduation, the pair is now focusing full-time on the further d...
Netanyahu: Israel attacked Iranian bridges and railways
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced that Israel targeted bridges and railways in Iran on Tuesday. These locations were reportedly utilized by the Iranian regime for the transportation ...
PSV squad at Stadhuisplein for celebration
The PSV players and staff were celebrated at Eindhoven's city hall after securing their third consecutive national championship title. Despite a municipal ban, fans gathered in the square to mark the ...
Senate is powerful and uses its power
The Dutch Senate has rejected the government's state pension (AOW) plan, signaling its intent to exercise its legislative power. This decision underscores the significant influence the upper house hol...
Pro-Iranian militia in Iraq releases American journalist
Pro-Iranian militia Kataib Hezbollah has released American journalist Shelly Kittleson after she was kidnapped in Baghdad last week. The militia has demanded that Kittleson, who writes for the BBC and...
Dutch state to object to 'inappropriate' pay for KLM CEO
The Dutch government plans to object to the 1.6 million euro remuneration of KLM CEO Marjan Rintel. Finance Minister Eelco Heinen stated that the compensation is disproportionate during a year of budg...
The Prodigy to perform at Ziggo Dome in November
The Prodigy is scheduled to return to the Netherlands for a concert at the Ziggo Dome in Amsterdam on November 28. The British band, led by Liam Howlett and Maxim, will perform as part of their latest...
Ben & Jerry’s founder hoped for serious talk with CEO but didn't get past reception
Ben & Jerry’s co-founder Ben Cohen was stopped at the reception of the brand's parent company headquarters while attempting to deliver a petition signed by 100,000 people. Cohen is currently engaged...
China blocks UN resolution on reopening Strait of Hormuz
China has vetoed a United Nations Security Council resolution that sought to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. The resolution, which was drafted by Bahrain, failed to pass as a result of the Chinese block.
ChristenUnie and CDA say Ye should be denied entry
The Dutch political parties ChristenUnie and CDA are calling for rapper Ye to be denied entry to the Netherlands ahead of his scheduled concerts in Arnhem this June. Party leaders expressed their oppo...
WSJ: Iran cuts direct communication with US after Trump threat
Iran has reportedly severed direct communication with the United States following a threat from President Donald Trump to destroy the country if an agreement is not reached by Tuesday. Despite the hal...
Media: Iranians form human chain around potential targets
Iranians have formed human chains around bridges and power plants to protest potential military attacks by the United States and Israel. This demonstration follows threats made by U.S. President Donal...
Jetten hopes for US restraint after threat against Iran
Dutch Prime Minister Rob Jetten has called for restraint from the United States following President Donald Trump's threats regarding the Strait of Hormuz blockade. Jetten criticized the President's rh...
Dutch model Bregje Heinen and actor Michael Trevino welcome baby
Dutch model Bregje Heinen and American actor Michael Trevino have welcomed their first child, a son named Jack Wild Trevino. The couple announced the birth of their son through a post on Instagram.
Community service for Velsen man after domestic violence. Judge: 'You just have to keep your hands off women'
A 41-year-old man from Velsen was sentenced by a court in Haarlem to 60 hours of community service for assaulting and threatening his partner in Beverwijk. Half of the sentence is suspended, and the j...
Macron: French citizens held in Iran are on their way home
Two French citizens have been released from an Iranian prison after more than three years as part of a prisoner exchange. President Emmanuel Macron confirmed their return, while Iranian state media re...
Tough luck! Fatbikes to be banned in Vondelpark
Amsterdam is implementing a ban on fatbikes in the Vondelpark to address safety concerns and public irritation caused by speeding riders. The decision follows growing frustration among residents who a...