Dutch News in English
Latest headlines from the Netherlands in English. Covering Amsterdam, Haarlem, and national Dutch news.
Ten street robberies on fatbike in P.C. Hooftstraat: prison sentence for duo who stole 36,000 euros worth of goods
Two men were sentenced to 18 months in prison, with nine months suspended, for carrying out ten street robberies on a fatbike in Amsterdam's P.C. Hooftstraat. The pair stole approximately 36,000 euros...
Prosecutors identify Amsterdam-Zuidoost man (44) as crime boss linked to three hits
Prosecutors have charged 44-year-old Shyron G. from Amsterdam-Zuidoost for his involvement in the 2016 murder of Appie Belhadj. Additionally, he faces charges for conspiring to plan the assassinations...
Kickboxer Badr Hari allowed to await criminal trial in freedom
Professional kickboxer Badr Hari has been released under conditions to await his trial following an arrest in Amsterdam. Although his legal counsel denies allegations of stalking and doxing, the athle...
What you need to know about the 15th edition of the Amsterdam City Swim
The 15th Amsterdam City Swim is scheduled for Sunday, September 6, featuring a record number of over 3,300 participants. Organizers are currently preparing the inner city and canal networks to accommo...
Group of men with bats and weapons attacks squatters: We smashed everything
A group of fifteen armed men raided a squatted school building in Zwanenburg, destroying property and threatening the occupants. Following the violent incident, the squatters were evicted by local aut...
Content with an easel and a drink, that's how Pierre Wolfs painted his way through life
Twenty-five years after his death, the work of painter Pierre Wolfs is being exhibited in Moergestel. His paintings will be displayed alongside works by Janus Kluijtmans and Amsterdam-born artist Mari...
Why Jesse Klaver is increasingly digging in ahead of Budget Day
A draft budget for Budget Day has been finalized despite previous delays and a tense atmosphere within the political process. Opposition leaders, including Jesse Klaver, remain skeptical and are setti...
Ajax reporter Daan Sutorius on the match against PSV: 'I expect an intense, electric atmosphere'
Ajax will face PSV this Saturday in their first major match of the season under manager Míchel. Reporter Daan Sutorius suggests that while PSV enters with a stronger current form, Ajax could utilize ...
What if the power goes out and 112 is unreachable? Kennemerland practices for this scenario
Safety authorities in the Kennemerland region recently practiced emergency response procedures for scenarios involving widespread power outages and the failure of the 112 emergency line. The drill uti...
Halsema on homeless and drug problem: Mental healthcare tends to select for successful patients
Amsterdam Mayor Femke Halsema argues that the current mental healthcare financing system incentivizes institutions to reject patients with complex issues like addiction, causing them to end up on the ...
Politics on the Amstel: Should Halsema still fly business class and Pro in trouble with data centers
Journalists from major local media outlets discuss key political issues in Amsterdam, including the Oostbrug budget controversy and Mayor Halsema's focus on homelessness. The podcast also explores loc...
What is in the Patatje Veronica? The better question is: what isn't?
Snackbar Veronica in Ouderkerk aan de Amstel is known for its well-preserved eighties atmosphere and its unique, sauce-heavy signature dish called the Patatje Veronica. This colorful mixture of seven ...
Dirk (42) worked as a career switcher at an Islamic primary school in Amsterdam and wrote a book about it: I was struck by the distrust of the outside world
Dirk Wanrooij, a 42-year-old career switcher, has released a book about his experiences teaching at an Islamic primary school in Amsterdam. In his work, he explores his observations regarding the soci...
Tip: Unique art museum at Haarlem station attracts 3,500 visitors in its first year
The Museum for Applied European Art (MUTEK), founded by Robert van Rhijn, recently celebrated its first year at the Haarlem railway station with 3,500 visitors. The museum displays a diverse collectio...
Cabinet wants many more return points and deposits on all beverage bottles
The Dutch government plans to require deposits on all plastic juice and dairy bottles while mandating that most retailers serve as collection points for empty containers by 2028. This measure aims to ...
Amsterdam's Roxy Dekker becomes first Dutch solo female artist to play the Arena: "Bizarre"
Roxy Dekker has become the first female Dutch solo artist to announce a headline show at the Johan Cruijff Arena. This milestone follows her rapid professional ascent since 2023 and a current run of f...
Wouter Laumans and Paul Vugts on Overasselt shooting: 'There are all sorts of strange things in this story'
Crime reporters Wouter Laumans and Paul Vugts are investigating a fatal shooting in Overasselt that left one person dead and two wounded. Their latest podcast episode explores potential links to fugit...
European defense sector fears consequences of reduced reliance on US tech
European defense officials are warning that efforts to reduce reliance on American technology for sensitive applications could backfire due to a significant gap in regional technical capability. While...
Ajax coach Míchel promises minutes for Sofyan Amrabat in super important match against PSV: He is fit
Ajax coach Míchel Sánchez announced that newly signed midfielder Sofyan Amrabat will play in the upcoming match against PSV. While Amrabat is fit, other new additions like Simon Adingra are still in...
France allocates over 1 billion euros for farmers after extreme weather
The French government has announced a 1 billion euro aid package to assist 30,000 to 35,000 farms impacted by severe weather conditions. This support follows significant harvest losses across Europe, ...