Dutch News in English
Latest headlines from the Netherlands in English. Covering Amsterdam, Haarlem, and national Dutch news.
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 ...
Drivers sue Uber over AI-driven payment system
Stichting WIE International has filed a lawsuit in Amsterdam against Uber, alleging that its AI-driven payment system violates privacy laws and creates unfair, non-transparent pay discrepancies for dr...
Average gas consumption for Haarlem residents remains stable, but these homes used more
Average gas consumption in Haarlem has stabilized, though semi-detached households have seen a recent increase in their usage. While many residents have adopted energy-efficient measures like heat pum...
Video | Máxima gets behind the wheel of a tractor during visit to Hengelo
Queen Máxima visited the town of Hengelo to learn about the application of natural raw materials in sustainable construction projects. During the event, she participated in a demonstration by getting...
Train service to Schiphol will run during national public transport strike Wednesday
Train services will continue to run between Amsterdam Central, Schiphol Airport, and Hoofddorp during a nationwide public transport strike on September 9. While most train traffic in the Netherlands w...
Public Prosecution Service demands juvenile detention and community service for assault of Tamara Elbaz
Prosecutors are seeking juvenile detention and community service for a teenager involved in the 2024 assault of Tamara Elbaz in Amsterdam. While previous suspects have already been sentenced for their...
They should make Mokio watch footage of Rodri for half an hour a day
Jordi Cruyff on Ajax transfers: ‘We don't have Champions League revenue, so you have to be extremely creative’
Ajax technical director Jordi Cruyff has defended his club's recent reliance on free transfers and loan deals to navigate a period without Champions League revenue. Cruyff argues that these strategies...
Norway scraps rose import duty following high demand for Harald's funeral
Norway has temporarily removed import duties on roses to compensate for supply chain disruptions caused by a strike in Kenya. The measure aims to facilitate imports from the Netherlands to meet the hi...
Pressure on minister to intervene at ON! increases: 'Now you really have ammunition'
The Dutch Media Authority has requested that Minister Letschert take action to revoke the broadcasting license of Ongehoord Nederland (ON!) due to repeated sanctions and ongoing concerns about radical...
The blissful summer is over and it hurts so much
Wessel Penning reflects on the difficult transition from the pleasant summer holidays back to daily reality. He describes this period as a harsh landing, contrasting with the French term 'La Rentrée'...
Victoria's Secret shares tumble after earnings report
Victoria's Secret shares fell as investors remained unimpressed by quarterly results, even as CEO Hillary Super focuses on core growth strategies. Meanwhile, Snowflake shares surged on strong AI deman...
Three suspects remain in custody for violent robbery of sex workers in Amsterdam-East
Three Syrian men aged 18 to 21 have been remanded in custody following accusations of a violent robbery against two sex workers in Amsterdam-East. The incident occurred in May, and the suspects remain...
Frans Bauer returns to Rotterdam Ahoy in April 2027: 'Extremely proud'
Frans Bauer is set to return to Rotterdam Ahoy in April 2027 for a series of concerts featuring a live orchestra and various guest performers. The singer will use the shows to celebrate the 25th anniv...
Kelly Osbourne happy to leave United States: 'Too much gun violence'
Kelly Osbourne has moved back to the United Kingdom from the United States, citing concerns over American gun violence as a major motivation for the change. The 41-year-old is now settling in with her...
International Theater Amsterdam building to be officially renamed Stadsschouwburg Amsterdam: 'Wish of many visitors'
The historic venue known as Internationaal Theater Amsterdam (ITA) is reverting to its original name, Stadsschouwburg Amsterdam, to address long-standing public confusion. While the building will retu...
Amsterdam-Rhine Canal to remain open for shipping at night after all
Rijkswaterstaat has reached an agreement with the inland shipping sector to keep the Amsterdam-Rhine Canal open at night, canceling previously planned closures. To ensure safety, shipping companies ha...
Amsterdam-Rhine Canal to remain open for shipping overnight after all
Rijkswaterstaat and the inland shipping sector have agreed to keep the Amsterdam-Rhine Canal open overnight, reversing a planned closure that faced strong industry backlash. To maintain safety during ...
Managers fire employees and get bonuses: documentary shows how unequal the workplace is
The documentary 'De Manager' explores the power imbalance in the workplace by highlighting painful performance reviews and the lack of empathy from management. It specifically contrasts the experience...
New setback looms for Zuidasdok: tunnel construction could also become much more expensive
The Zuidasdok project in Amsterdam faces increased financial pressure as construction costs for one of its A10 tunnels have significantly exceeded initial estimates from 2024. This development threate...