Dutch News in English
Latest headlines from the Netherlands in English. Covering Amsterdam, Haarlem, and national Dutch news.
Adriaan van Dis and Saskia Noort nominated for NS Public Prize
Six authors, including Adriaan van Dis and Saskia Noort, have been nominated for the 2026 NS Publieksprijs. The nominees were unveiled at a temporary pop-up museum at Amsterdam Central Station, where ...
Osteoarthritis is more bearable than ever, partly thanks to medication: 'They work like a lubricant'
Osteoarthritis affects over 1.7 million people in the Netherlands, impacting individuals of all ages rather than just the elderly. Orthopedic surgeon Maarten de Boer emphasizes the importance of prope...
Jetten: Shelter City Nijmegen as an example for activists worldwide
Prime Minister Rob Jetten promoted the Shelter City program at a Human Rights Watch summit in Amsterdam, highlighting its role in providing safety for global activists like Kyrgyz feminist Guliaim. Wh...
Limburg province invests thousands in campaign for 'authentic' Limburg vlaai
The Dutch province of Limburg is spending 200,000 euros on a campaign to promote the authenticity of Limburg vlaai following its 2024 European protected status. The project, led by local bakers, aims ...
Callout: Are you affected by Albert Heijn not delivering groceries? We want to hear from you
Journalists are looking for individuals who have faced difficulties because Albert Heijn does not deliver groceries to their location. Affected people are encouraged to share their personal stories fo...
Liveblog: Cyber crisis at AH | Minimal disruption at Etos and Gall & Gall, Albert Heijn restarts distribution centers
Albert Heijn continues to face severe disruptions four days after a cybersecurity incident crippled its online services and logistics. While distribution centers are restarting operations, the company...
Tech reporter Jelmer Luimstra: Wild rumors circulate about potential Ahold hack
Albert Heijn has faced four days of operational disruptions due to a suspected cyberattack that has left store shelves across the Netherlands empty. While the company has not confirmed a hack, experts...
Harry Styles concert series in Arena fueled inflation in the Netherlands
A series of concerts by Harry Styles at the Johan Cruijff Arena in Amsterdam significantly pushed up Dutch inflation in May due to high demand for local services. Increased spending on hotel rooms and...
Love tragedy under the floorboards? Lenneke searches for descendants of mysterious letter
Lenneke Sarneel discovered a mysterious 1939 letter hidden under a floor threshold in her IJmuiden home during a recent renovation. She is now searching for the descendants of the families mentioned i...
Regional transport strikes in full swing: 'It varies by region'
Regional transport workers in the Netherlands have begun a series of weekly strikes after collective labor agreement talks failed. Employees are pushing for better pay and improved working conditions,...
Video | 50 Cent on red carpet with 'The Dutch Giant' at LA premiere
American rapper 50 Cent appeared on the red carpet alongside Dutch actor Olivier Richters, known as The Dutch Giant. The pair attended a film premiere in Los Angeles ahead of the movie's upcoming thea...
Cyber incident costs Albert Heijn at least 10 million euros, experts estimate
Experts estimate that a recent cyber incident has cost supermarket chain Albert Heijn at least 10 million euros in lost revenue and operational expenses. The disruption has halted online ordering and ...
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Construction of temporary shopping center underway: vacancies at 'old' Beatrixplein in Haarlem
The aging shopping center at Prinses Beatrixplein in Haarlem is being demolished to make way for a large-scale redevelopment project featuring over 500 new homes and modern facilities. A temporary sho...
Explosion causes damage to home in De Pijp: 24-year-old Amsterdam resident arrested
A 24-year-old Amsterdam resident has been arrested following an explosion that damaged a house and several cars in the De Pijp area early this morning. No injuries were reported, and police are curren...
Albert Heijn resumes store deliveries today
Albert Heijn has resumed deliveries to its stores today. The supermarket chain is currently in the process of providing further updates regarding the situation.
Raid and arrests at Turkish opposition news channel
Turkish authorities raided the opposition news channel Halk TV following allegations of fraud and money laundering against its chairman, Cafer Mahiroglu. The station's broadcasts have been suspended a...
US begins large-scale resource extraction in Greenland
The United States is launching large-scale resource extraction in Greenland, focusing on extensive oil and mineral potential. A trilateral agreement with Denmark and Greenland also enables the expansi...
Documentary on Michael Jackson's Super Bowl performance to be released in February
A documentary directed by Bao Nguyen exploring Michael Jackson's transformative Super Bowl performance is scheduled for release in February. The film highlights how Jackson redefined the halftime show...
55 reports of demolition and tree felling in Haarlem last week
The municipality of Haarlem processed 55 permit applications last week, covering construction projects ranging from residential dormer installations to commercial renovations. The filings also include...