Dutch News in English
Latest headlines from the Netherlands in English. Covering Amsterdam, Haarlem, and national Dutch news.
Haarlem's Friso (17) is the fittest teenager in the world
Seventeen-year-old Haarlem native Friso van Saase has been crowned the fittest teenager in the world after winning the CrossFit Games in America. Balancing rigorous training with his physiotherapy stu...
At Ajax-PSV all roads lead (back) to Cruyff
Ajax and PSV played a high-intensity match defined by attacking football that mirrored the tactical principles of Johan Cruyff. Although Ajax showed improved quality and tactical ingenuity, PSV ultima...
Are these flags for a 'naughty' massage parlor too 'juicy' for the municipality?
An erotic massage parlor in Amsterdam faced demands from city officials to remove advertising flags from the sidewalk, despite similar flags being used by other businesses on the same street. The muni...
Greek Survivor contestant sues production company after losing leg
Former Survivor contestant Stavros Floros is suing the show's production company for 100 million dollars after losing his leg in a boat accident during filming in the Dominican Republic. Floros allege...
One in three mothers of premature babies develops PTSD, study finds
A national study reveals that one in three mothers and one in six fathers of premature babies develop PTSD following their child's intensive care unit stay. Researchers suggest that the high-stress en...
We are building new houses for yesterday's climate
New housing in the Netherlands is frequently built using outdated climate data, causing homes to become dangerously hot during increasingly common heatwaves. Experts warn that current construction reg...
Mixed feelings for Ajax debutant Amrabat: "Great to play at the Arena, but never happy after a loss"
Ajax lost their recent match against PSV with a score of 1-3 at the Johan Cruijff Arena. The debut of new midfielder Sofyan Amrabat was overshadowed by the defeat and an injury to teammate Aaron Bouwm...
Player ratings: four failures for Ajax, PSV midfielder shines
PSV defeated Ajax 3-1 in a competitive match where new midfielders excelled and experienced players struggled. The result represents a significant setback for Ajax in the league standings.
PSV deals first blow in title race after thrilling clash with Ajax
PSV defeated Ajax 1-3 at the Johan Cruijff Arena in a high-intensity Eredivisie match. Goals from Ricardo Pepi, Lutsharel Geertruida, and Esmir Bajraktarevic secured the win for the reigning champions...
Jetten threatens to make the same mistake as Rutte: opposition is on the warpath
The Dutch minority coalition is facing increasing friction with the opposition as both sides refuse to compromise on political disagreements. Opposition leaders have warned ministers against assuming ...
Edsilia Rombley does not like alcohol: 'I almost fall asleep after one sip of sangria'
Singer Edsilia Rombley discusses her personal preferences in a recent interview, noting that she dislikes exercising and alcohol but enjoys organizing events for her friends and family. She shares tha...
More illegal IPTV services shut down, but it remains an uphill battle
Stichting BREIN has shut down over 100 illegal IPTV services this year, yet the proliferation of such platforms remains a persistent challenge linked to organized crime. Experts warn that consumers fa...
Live: Ajax vs PSV | Ajax starts home match against PSV without new signings
PSV defeated Ajax 1-3 in the Johan Cruijff Arena to return to the top of the Eredivisie standings. Despite an initial equalizer from Ajax, goals from Pepi, Geertruida, and Bajraktarevic secured the vi...
Supermarkets expect fewer queues at deposit machines from 2028 but fear messiness
Dutch supermarkets anticipate less congestion at deposit machines by 2028 as more retailers will be required to accept packaging. However, they are expressing concerns regarding hygiene issues related...
First big match between Ajax and PSV • Amrabat, Tsygankov and Kehrer included
Ajax lost their first major Eredivisie match of the season to PSV with a final score of 1-3. Despite a goal from Tolu Arokodare, goals from Lutsharel Geertruida and Esmir Bajraktarevic secured the win...
Community service for repeat offender Ibrahim El K. who struck and killed a woman in Weesp and caused another accident three weeks later
Ibrahim El K. received a community service sentence after causing a fatal accident in Weesp while speeding and a second crash on the A10 three weeks later. The court sentenced the 22-year-old Amsterda...
Connie Witteman unexpectedly becomes a great-grandmother: 'Hidden baby'
Connie Witteman recently became a great-grandmother after her granddaughter gave birth to a baby girl following a hidden pregnancy. The newborn arrived on August 25 and is reportedly healthy, with the...
Dolly Parton's sister slams AI content about late singer
Stella Parton has publicly criticized the rise of insensitive AI-generated content concerning her late sister, Dolly Parton. She is calling for more empathy and respect from the public, urging people ...
Nearly ten times as many reports of phishing emails involving booking sites
Reports of phishing scams involving booking platforms have increased nearly tenfold in the first half of 2026 compared to last year. Experts attribute this rise to recent data breaches that provided c...
Amsterdammer Ronald Kleverlaan trained on the Bosheuvel for a 16,000-meter elevation race in Wales: 'It's like climbing Mount Everest twice'
Amsterdam resident Ronald Kleverlaan is preparing to run nearly 400 kilometers through the mountains of Wales over six days. The challenging race involves 16,000 meters of total elevation gain, which ...