Dutch News in English
Latest headlines from the Netherlands in English. Covering Amsterdam, Haarlem, and national Dutch news.
Two injured in hospital after traffic accident on Piet Heinkade
A pedestrian and a motor scooter driver were seriously injured in a traffic accident on the Piet Heinkade in Amsterdam-Oost late yesterday evening. Emergency services, including a medical team, transp...
From cheese to machinery: US-Canada trade war offers opportunities for Europe
Escalating trade tensions between the United States and Canada have prompted Canadian officials to impose import tariffs on various American goods. European businesses, particularly in the Dutch machi...
Coronavirus committee questions Kajsa Ollongren, Grapperhaus to appear later today
Former ministers Ferd Grapperhaus and Kajsa Ollongren provided second testimonies to the parliamentary committee investigating the Dutch government's COVID-19 response. The hearings revealed internal ...
Grapperhaus praises Rutte, but texts reveal 'autocratic' PM 'really made mistakes' during pandemic
Former Justice Minister Ferd Grapperhaus testified before a parliamentary inquiry, praising Mark Rutte while leaked messages revealed his private criticism of the prime minister's autocratic tendencie...
Former minister Grapperhaus was 'quite exhausted' at the end of the COVID-19 pandemic
Former Justice Minister Ferd Grapperhaus testified before a parliamentary committee investigating the COVID-19 pandemic, where leaked text messages revealed he used derogatory language toward colleagu...
Housing associations: we can build 20,000 new homes in Amsterdam if profit tax is abolished for us
Housing associations in Amsterdam are urging Housing Minister Elanor Boekholt-O’Sullivan to eliminate profit taxes for their organizations. They estimate that such a policy change would provide the ...
Friday the 13th screenwriter Victor Miller dies at 86
Victor Miller, the screenwriter who created the Jason Voorhees character for the 1980 film Friday the 13th, has died at 86. In addition to his horror film success, Miller was a three-time Emmy Award w...
Consumers' Association calls TikTok Shop products disappointing
The Dutch Consumers' Association has reported disappointing product quality from TikTok Shop, citing concerns over the safety and functionality of items like power adapters and earbuds. While delivery...
AI data center investments could reach trillions by 2050
PricewaterhouseCoopers estimates that global investments in AI data centers could soar to 27 trillion euros or more by 2050, driven primarily by the need for advanced hardware. However, this growth fa...
Prominent Jewish figures in film industry defend Mark Ruffalo after antisemitism accusations
A group of notable Jewish film industry professionals has defended actor Mark Ruffalo after he was accused of antisemitism for criticizing Oracle founder Larry Ellison. The signatories argue that labe...
Sean Ono Lennon and girlfriend welcome first child: 'We made a human!'
Sean Ono Lennon and his partner, Kemp Muhl, have announced the birth of their first child. The newborn is the first grandchild of Yoko Ono and the late John Lennon.
Explosion at home on Hoofdweg in Amsterdam-West
Two explosions occurred at residential properties in Amsterdam-West and Nieuw-West during the early hours of the morning. While both incidents caused damage to front doors, police have found no initia...
Dyson launches pricey toothbrush with built-in camera
Dyson has released a 490-euro toothbrush equipped with a macro camera that allows users to monitor their oral hygiene via a mobile app. The device features an automatic mouthwash delivery system that ...
Vote at the Stopera at 12:30 PM: Oostbrug cost explosion and what to do with data centers?
The Amsterdam city council is debating the significant cost overrun of the Oostbrug project amid allegations that former alderman Melanie van der Horst withheld financial information from the council....
In her new autobiographical novel Johnny Walker, Connie Palmen adopts the persona of a lonely cowboy – and it doesn't quite fit
Author Connie Palmen examines her life and identity in her new autobiographical novel, Johnnie Walker, exploring the struggle between family belonging and individual freedom. While the book provides d...
Producer of horror film Obsession heads to court over lost profits
Producer Darby has filed a lawsuit against Tea Shop Productions seeking a share of the profits from the highly successful horror film Obsession. She claims that her contributions to the film's re-edit...
Maarten van Rossem dismissing overenthusiastic Catherine Keyl's presentation as completely chaotic is great television
The new television program De meestergids features Dutch celebrities competing to deliver the best museum tours, with the first episode taking place at the Rijksmuseum. Despite some initial skepticism...
Up to 1,300 construction projects risk coming to a halt after suspension of inspector
Up to 1,300 construction projects in the Netherlands are at risk of being halted after the suspension of a major quality assurance agency. Municipalities are required to stop ongoing work until a new ...
Judith Krom (PvdD) chair of Amsterdam presidium: ‘Guardian of the culture within the council’
Judith Krom of the PvdD has been appointed as the new chair of the Amsterdam city council presidium after a period of intense political deliberation. She will be responsible for overseeing council ope...
Omroep MAX also refuses to host Eurovision participation: 'Does not fit us'
Omroep MAX has declined to organize Dutch participation in the 2027 Eurovision Song Contest, aligning with other major broadcasters that have refused to take over after AVROTROS stepped down. Jan Slag...