Dutch News in English
Latest headlines from the Netherlands in English. Covering Amsterdam, Haarlem, and national Dutch news.
Dog suffers marijuana poisoning after walk in Zandvoort
A dog required veterinary treatment in Zandvoort after suspected marijuana poisoning likely caused by consuming contaminated waste or discarded items during a walk. Local veterinarians warned pet owne...
American jazz singer and Grammy winner Cassandra Wilson dies at 70
Acclaimed jazz singer and Grammy Award winner Cassandra Wilson has died at the age of 70. She was a prominent musical figure recognized for her innovative albums and numerous performances at the North...
Pump prices hit new record: gasoline never this expensive during Middle East conflict
Gasoline prices in the Netherlands have hit a record high of 2.692 euros per liter amid ongoing supply chain disruptions caused by conflicts in the Middle East. Experts warn that fuel costs could clim...
Economic growth this year primarily driven by defense investments
Rabobank predicts the Dutch economy will grow by 1.1 percent next year, noting that future progress is hindered by inflation and higher taxes. Economic growth this year is primarily supported by incre...
My first murder was hard. After that, it became work, said the drug cartel commander calmly
Journalists Sinan Can and Rudi Vranckx investigate the status of the Netherlands and Belgium as major hubs for the international drug trade in their documentary series Drugsdelta. The project explores...
Dozens living illegally on boats in Erasmusgracht without water or electricity
Approximately thirty boats moored along the Erasmusgracht in Amsterdam are currently used as illegal residences, often by people facing financial barriers to traditional housing. Local authorities are...
Digital threat in the Netherlands grows due to blurring borders and rise of AI
Dutch authorities have reported a surge in cybercrime fueled by the availability of off-the-shelf attack tools and the rise of decentralized criminal networks. Artificial intelligence is further exace...
From Bavaria to Bol.com: one hundred companies promise less waste and more organic products in ‘unique’ pact
One hundred major Dutch companies have signed the 2030 Entrepreneurs Agreement to commit to sustainability goals such as waste reduction and increased organic sourcing. Supported by five political par...
Ajax transfer window a tale of two halves: squad gets major quality boost but business model under pressure
Technical director Jordi Cruijff has focused Ajax's recent transfer activity on short-term success by signing high-quality players like Julian Brandt and Marc ter Stegen. While these moves are aimed a...
West Nile virus spreading in the Netherlands: how high is the risk of a serious infection?
The West Nile virus is increasingly spreading throughout the Netherlands, driven in part by a changing climate. While the virus is transmitted by local mosquitoes, the risk of humans developing a seve...
Renovation of Amsterdam Museum finally begins: ‘Everything cluttered into the building over fifty years is now being cleared out’
The Amsterdam Museum has begun an extensive renovation project just before its 100th anniversary. Workers are currently clearing out decades of accumulated historical artifacts and artworks to prepare...
Monne, formerly Amstel Boathouse and Miranda Paviljoen, is modern Mediterranean, idyllic on the Amstel, quietly located next to Zorgvlied
Monne is a new modern Mediterranean restaurant situated on the banks of the Amstel in Amsterdam, replacing the former Amstel Boathouse and Miranda Paviljoen. The venue features an extensive terrace an...
Jeantwan (31) moved from Malta to Amsterdam: ‘We leave the house late, but buy immediately’
Thirty-one-year-old Jeantwan Teuma recently relocated from Malta to Amsterdam. He notes significant cultural differences regarding housing habits and family dynamics between his home country and his n...
The glorious rise and painful fall of Marco van Basten
The seven-part series Basta explores the brilliant career and tragic physical decline of legendary Dutch footballer Marco van Basten. It details his extraordinary successes on the field alongside the ...
Heart problems were cause of death for Tim Curry
Actor Tim Curry died from coronary heart disease, with prior health struggles such as kidney cancer and a stroke serving as contributing factors. He was widely recognized for his memorable roles in Th...
Opposition accepts Alderman Van der Horst's explanation on the Oostbrug: 'There was no deception of voters'
The Amsterdam city council has cleared Alderman Van der Horst of accusations that she intentionally misled voters by withholding information about the rising costs of the Oostbrug project. Following t...
Dam removed in Leidsevaart, water board scales back drought measures
Recent rainfall has allowed the Hoogheemraadschap van Rijnland to scale back drought measures, including removing a saltwater barrier in the Leidsevaart and easing shipping restrictions at local locks...
Ajax women lose to Real Madrid in stoppage time and miss out on Champions League group stage
The Ajax women's team was knocked out of Champions League contention following a last-minute defeat to Real Madrid. PSV Eindhoven also missed out on the group stage, while Feyenoord successfully advan...
Four teenagers arrested after gas pistol found in car trunk
Police arrested four teenagers in Amsterdam East after discovering a gas pistol inside their car. The vehicle was stopped following erratic driving, and the suspects remain in custody while authoritie...
Maltese businessman acquitted in murder case of journalist Daphne Caruana Galizia
A Maltese businessman has been acquitted of charges that he ordered the 2017 assassination of journalist Daphne Caruana Galizia. Although five other people have been convicted for their involvement in...