Dutch News in English
Latest headlines from the Netherlands in English. Covering Amsterdam, Haarlem, and national Dutch news.
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...
Roxy Dekker to perform at Johan Cruijff Arena next year: My biggest show ever
Singer Roxy Dekker has announced her biggest concert to date, scheduled for April 24, 2027, at the Johan Cruijff Arena in Amsterdam. Ticket sales for the stadium show are set to begin on September 7 a...
Accountants: Jetten's nitrogen plan helps nature, but many farmers won't be able to pay the bill
The Netherlands Environmental Assessment Agency warns that while the government's nitrogen reduction plan will significantly aid nature recovery, the high costs of compliance could force many farmers ...
Dozens of Ouderkerk and Amsterdam residents join march for a safer Ronde Hoep: ‘Something must change’
Residents of Ouderkerk and Amsterdam held a protest march on Thursday to demand better traffic safety following the recent death of 21-year-old Nina van den Broek. Participants urged local officials t...
Young fans queue for hours at Ziggo Dome ahead of Roxy Dekker concert: I think I am going to cry a lot
Hundreds of young fans have flocked to the Ziggo Dome in Amsterdam for a series of four sold-out concerts by pop star Roxy Dekker. The 21-year-old artist has made history as the first woman to headlin...
Hinke and Giovanni from Married at First Sight are expecting their first child
Hinke and Giovanni, a couple from the tenth season of the Dutch reality show Married at First Sight, have announced they are expecting their first child. They are the only couple from their season who...
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Young maker Sytze Bouma on Drag Me [2] RoXY: ‘By putting on a glitter dress, sides of me wake up that are otherwise asleep’
Theater maker Sytze Bouma uses drag as a powerful tool to explore his identity and tell complex stories on stage. His latest production, Drag Me [2] RoXY, dives into the history of the legendary club ...
Weekend tips: things to do in Haarlem (September 4-6)
Haarlem hosts several events from September 4-6, including the opening of De Volharding, the Kweekmarkt, and the Haarlem Classic Film Festival. Additional weekend activities feature a local design mar...
Daan and Aylano started their party 'Overbruggen' during corona: 'We didn't need a catchy English name'
Daan de Bakker and Aylano Scipio are celebrating the five-year anniversary of their event series, Overbruggen, which they originally started during the pandemic. The milestone will be marked by two pa...
Amsterdam Museum renovation begins: "Beauty of the monument will be preserved"
The Amsterdam Museum has begun a 125 million euro renovation of its historic Burgerweeshuis location to restore its monumental features and add new facilities. The project aims for completion by 2030,...
Martijn Krabbé feels much more energetic: 'I no longer take certain medications'
Martijn Krabbé reports feeling more energetic after discontinuing medications that affected his appearance, while continuing his television career. The presenter, who was diagnosed with incurable lun...
When your child leaves home: 'Accept that you are no longer the most important person in their life'
As tens of thousands of young adults in the Netherlands move out of their family homes this month, experts advise parents to transition from a role of control to one of availability. Parents are encou...
Restoration of fire-hit Vennep restaurant takes much longer than expected
Restaurant Orries in Nieuw-Vennep will remain closed for at least three months due to extensive smoke damage from a recent kitchen fire. Owner Brian Hendriks, who initially hoped for a quick recovery,...
North district: Do not cycle into the IJ tunnel as a protest during public transport strike
Authorities are warning residents of Amsterdam Noord not to enter the IJ tunnel on foot or by bike as a form of protest during Wednesday's public transport strike. Officials have declared the action b...
Nepal disaster to be first test for climate damage fund
A massive disaster in Nepal, caused by ice and rock slides, has left over 1,100 people dead and caused billions in infrastructure damage. The Nepalese government has formally requested emergency suppo...
Other inspectors step in to prevent construction halts at 1,300 projects
Approximately 1,300 construction projects in the Netherlands face potential delays following the suspension of several quality inspectors. Industry associations are working to redistribute these proje...
A wrong number, a reprimanded minister and too little coffee: how the Prinsjesdag deal failed
The Dutch minority cabinet attempted to secure opposition support for the Prinsjesdag budget but ultimately failed. This report details three critical errors that led to the collapse of the negotiatio...
James Blunt to perform at Ziggo Dome next year
James Blunt is set to return to the Ziggo Dome in Amsterdam for a concert next year. The performance follows the release of his new twelve-track album, which explores themes like the pressures of mode...
Court of Audit warns: drought mitigation measures facing significant delays
The Dutch Court of Audit has reported that government projects intended to mitigate drought-related damage are facing significant delays and cost overruns. These setbacks, attributed to poor planning ...