Dutch News in English
Latest headlines from the Netherlands in English. Covering Amsterdam, Haarlem, and national Dutch news.
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 ...
Cars and trucks emit less CO2 for the first time since the pandemic
CO2 emissions from road traffic in the Netherlands dropped by 1.6 percent in 2025, marking the first decline since the pandemic years. While heavy transport remains a challenge, increased electrificat...
Rents rise sharply again, but less than in the past two years
Rental prices in the Netherlands rose by 4.9 percent in 2025, a growth rate that is lower than the increases recorded in the preceding two years. The surge is largely driven by rent adjustments follow...
Argentine president toughens stance on Falkland Islands and introduces sanctions
Argentine President Javier Milei has announced plans to implement tougher sanctions on oil companies operating near the Falkland Islands, labeling their current drilling efforts as a significant threa...
Shortage of vocational students? Fewer pupils choosing practical education in Haarlem
The number of vocational students in Haarlem has decreased from 47 percent to 39 percent over the past decade, despite a high demand for practical labor. This decline contrasts with an increase in hig...
This 'giant radiator' is set to power Strandeiland
A new electrical substation designed to look like a giant radiator has been built on Strandeiland to support the future power needs of 8000 planned homes. Managed by Liander and designed by Powerhouse...
These are the 12 best affordable restaurants in Amsterdam right now
This article highlights the best affordable dining options currently available in Amsterdam, ranging from new budget-friendly establishments to reliable classics. These restaurants provide high-qualit...
Join a mussel walk or attend a free open-air concert: things to do in Amsterdam this week
Amsterdam is offering a diverse range of cultural programming this week, featuring theater festivals, neighborhood music events, and fashion-focused exhibitions. Highlights include the Nederlands Thea...
'Kill' is bookfluencer Noah de Campos Neto's (24) favorite Amsterdam word. What is yours? 'I use yusu all the time'
Bookfluencer Noah de Campos Neto shares his affinity for Amsterdam slang, highlighting words like kill and yusu that reflect the city's evolving linguistic landscape. He also critiques contemporary Du...
Six months into his term, Rob Jetten is abused for his homosexuality in every post on X
Prime Minister Rob Jetten has been the target of frequent homophobic abuse on X during his first six months in office. Research indicates that one in twenty responses to his posts contains hate speech...
Fashion from discarded sofas and festival banners: these emerging designers are breaking down fashion barriers
Emerging designers at Amsterdam Fashion Week are gaining attention for creating wearable fashion using recycled materials like discarded sofas, silicone lace, and old festival banners. These creators ...
Interpol's atmospheric post-punk now features percussion, strings, and more keyboards
Interpol has released their eighth studio album, This Mirror Weighs a Ton, featuring a blend of their signature dark post-punk sound with new elements like strings and percussion. Produced by Andrew W...
The deeply emotional performance by Dexys’ Kevin Rowland can sometimes get on your nerves
Dexys has released their seventh album, Love, which is rumored to be a farewell project from singer Kevin Rowland. The record features strong, reflective songwriting, but Rowland's signature dramatic ...
Former Beastie Boy Mike D makes solo album with his sons featuring hip hop, plenty of punk and occasional melancholy
Mike D of the Beastie Boys has released a solo album titled Thank You, created in collaboration with his sons Skyler and Davis. The project combines his signature hip-hop and punk influences with a ne...
Diemen to add context to colonial street names: 'We want to tell the whole story, even the painful parts'
The municipality of Diemen is adding explanatory notes to street names in the De Sniep district that refer to former Surinamese and Antillean plantations. These new descriptions aim to provide a more ...
Kristien (62) and Felice (22): ‘You thought everything about me was annoying back then, but now you’ve raided my entire closet’
Kristien van Dillen and her daughter Felice discuss the shift in their relationship from years of adolescent friction to a closer bond in adulthood. Living in Amsterdam, the pair reflects on how past ...
Slatuinenweg in De Baarsjes remains lower than the city that grew around it
The Slatuinenweg in Amsterdam is a historic road that originated as an eighteenth-century path for market gardens and later became a popular rural destination. Following the annexation of the municipa...
Fewer people moving to Amsterdam and fewer leaving: population grows to 944,322
Amsterdam's population has increased to 944,322, despite a noticeable decrease in the number of people moving into and out of the city. This trend suggests a potential shift toward lower residential t...
LTO: generic livestock reduction in PBL nitrogen report is non-negotiable
Agricultural organization LTO has rejected the PBL's suggestion that forced livestock reductions are necessary to meet nitrogen targets, calling instead for flexible alternatives. Meanwhile, nature co...
Roxy Dekker to perform at ArenA next year, Louis van Gaal stars in announcement
Singer Roxy Dekker has announced she will perform at the Johan Cruijff ArenA in Amsterdam on April 24, 2027. The news was shared via a humorous video featuring Louis van Gaal, with ticket sales for th...