Dutch News in English
Latest headlines from the Netherlands in English. Covering Amsterdam, Haarlem, and national Dutch news.
Máxima producer working on feature film about Princess Beatrix
Production company Millstreet Films is developing a new feature film documenting the life and reign of Princess Beatrix. The movie will examine her influential role in modernizing the Dutch monarchy d...
Honestly, I have no idea if the transfer window ended well for Ajax
Can a renewed Ajax compete with league champions PSV? Wim Jonk looks ahead
Ajax and PSV are set to face off at the Johan Cruijff Arena in an anticipated match that highlights Ajax's recent squad overhaul. While former player Wim Jonk remains cautious about the team's develop...
Port workers strike over government plans, longer wait times expected
Hundreds of harbor workers are participating in a strike in Rotterdam to protest government policies, leading to anticipated delays for both road and water transport. The action is part of a wider wav...
Cyclist (66) dies after collision with bus last week on Klaprozenweg in Amsterdam-Noord
A 66-year-old cyclist died after becoming trapped under a bus during a collision on the Klaprozenweg in Amsterdam-Noord last Thursday. The woman succumbed to her injuries in the hospital on Tuesday, a...
Planned data center in Southeast becomes a headache for the coalition
Amsterdam is facing political friction as its efforts to halt the growth of data centers conflict with existing, long-standing infrastructure agreements. The coalition government is currently struggli...
Light walk winds through illuminated Haarlem
The Soellaart Light Walk returns to Haarlem on November 20, offering participants a choice between 6-kilometer and 10-kilometer routes through the illuminated city center. The event features live ente...
Xillan Macrooy wins 2026 Hebban Debut Prize: 'A dream beyond a dream'
Author and singer-songwriter Xillan Macrooy has won the 2026 Hebban Debut Prize for his novel Mensen als zonnen en mensen als manen. The jury commended the book as a rich and unique debut, while Macro...
Video | Film cast receives thirteen-minute standing ovation after Venice screening
The film Wild Horse Nine received a thirteen-minute standing ovation after its screening in Venice. The film is now considered a strong contender for the upcoming Academy Awards by several media outle...
Gerard Reve's Frisian house is for sale: 'Not a move-in ready home'
The former Friesland home of Dutch author Gerard Reve, Huize het Gras, is currently listed for sale for 185,000 euros. The property requires significant restoration but has retained much of its origin...
Inspectorate threatens McDonald's with multi-million euro fine over disposable cups
The Dutch Inspectorate has ordered McDonald's to stop using disposable cups for dine-in customers by January 2027 or face weekly fines of 625,000 euros. The company has agreed to switch back to reusab...
Polarsteps photos and locations exposed: journalists accessed data of 23 million users
The Amsterdam-based travel app Polarsteps suffered a data breach exposing the personal information and GPS locations of 23 million users. Cybersecurity researchers and the platform Follow the Money un...
Police sound alarm over wave of violence in Zaanstreek: at least four conflicts lead to explosions and shootings
Police in the Zaanstreek region report a wave of violence involving multiple distinct conflicts that have led to explosions, shootings, and arson. Authorities are particularly alarmed by the recruitme...
Videoland to release series about Roxy Dekker's journey to ArenA concert
Videoland is set to release a new series documenting singer Roxy Dekker’s preparations for her historic upcoming solo concert at the Amsterdam ArenA. The show will offer an exclusive behind-the-scen...
Dolly Parton kept severity of illness hidden even from family
Country music icon Dolly Parton has died at age 80 after a short battle with cancer. Her nephew revealed that she kept the severity of her illness private to protect the positivity of those around her...
Vintage fans take note: Summe opens its doors in Haarlem
The second-hand clothing store Summe has opened a new 165-square-meter location at Grote Houtstraat 143 in Haarlem. The shop offers a curated selection of pre-loved apparel and accessories, aiming to ...
Brazilian animal products barred from EU due to antibiotic regulations
The European Union has banned various Brazilian animal products due to strict new regulations on the use of antibiotics and antimicrobials in livestock to combat drug resistance. Brazil, a major expor...
It is a burden gap rather than an opportunity gap, concludes Sander Schimmelpenninck
Publicist Sander Schimmelpenninck returns with a second season of his series to investigate the growing divide between rich and poor in the Netherlands. He concludes that current political discontent ...
US space companies will not attend Paris space summit after all
Major US aerospace companies like SpaceX and Blue Origin are skipping a space summit in Paris following reported pressure from the White House. The decision stems from diplomatic friction between the ...
Ajax talent Aaron Bouwman: I am not confused by a comparison with Virgil van Dijk
Young Ajax talent Aaron Bouwman remains focused on his performance despite comparisons to Virgil van Dijk. He aims to continue his unbeaten streak in the first team as he faces competition from Thilo ...