Dutch News in English
Latest headlines from the Netherlands in English. Covering Amsterdam, Haarlem, and national Dutch news.
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...
Judge dismisses former stylist's second lawsuit against singer Lizzo
A judge has dismissed a second lawsuit filed by former stylist Asha Daniels against singer Lizzo, ruling that the allegations cannot proceed to a jury despite describing the behavior as unprofessional...
1.5-degree target is a lost cause: 'There are no good scenarios left now'
A new UN report warns that the 1.5-degree Celsius global warming target will be temporarily exceeded even under the best-case scenarios. Scientists emphasize that significant environmental damage is a...
Number of divorces falls in Haarlem, but less sharply than nationwide
The number of divorces in Haarlem has decreased since 2018, though this decline is slower than the national average in the Netherlands. Recent data highlights a trend toward older couples ending their...
Sander Kieboom (47) and Eva Westerveld (45): ‘Eva caught my eye immediately. I have to talk to her, I thought’
Sander Kieboom and Eva Westerveld describe the serendipitous start of their relationship in Amsterdam, which involved wearing rabbit ears while distributing party favors. The couple spent their first ...
More monuments in Amsterdam sounds like good news, but who pays the bill?
Amsterdam has added dozens of new historical sites to its monument registry, continuing a trend of expanding protected status within the city. Critics are concerned that this unchecked growth creates ...
Nine questions about the nuisance caused by homeless crack addicts in Amsterdam – and what can be done about it
Mayor Femke Halsema has expressed urgent concern over rising homelessness and drug-related issues in Amsterdam. Journalists have been investigating the underlying causes of this crisis, including the ...
Tram to nowhere: Strandeiland awaits residents and facilities but is already accessible via line 26
Amsterdam has extended tram line 26 to serve the new district of Strandeiland, adding three new stops to the network. Despite the operational tram service, the area remains entirely vacant with no exi...
Tobi Lakmaker writes the 2026 Great Amsterdam Dictation: ‘In achenebbisj I hear my mother’s gentle voice’
Author Tobi Lakmaker will author the 2026 Great Amsterdam Dictation, aiming to incorporate the city's diverse Yiddish, Arabic, and Surinamese linguistic influences. He encourages participants to prepa...
Amsterdam director Ashgan El-Hamus (33) filmed Al Baraneya, now showing in Venice, in her family's village with her family: I felt incredibly responsible
Director Ashgan El-Hamus has brought her film Al Baraneya, a story inspired by her extended family in Egypt, to the Venice Film Festival. By casting her own relatives and filming in their village, the...
Miley Cyrus announces tenth album Bass Persuades
Miley Cyrus has announced her tenth studio album titled Bass Persuades, describing it as an emotional reflection on love and heartbreak. The project marks a new creative era for the singer that serves...
Jan Slagter closes the door on Eurovision: ‘AvroTros has saddled NPO with a major problem’
Omroep Max director Jan Slagter has refused to host the Eurovision Song Contest, arguing that the event no longer fits his network's programming goals. Slagter criticized AvroTros for causing a major ...
NPO sets aside budget cuts and goes all-in on Dutch drama
The Dutch Public Broadcaster (NPO) is shifting its focus toward a new programming strategy defined by heavy investment in Dutch drama, investigative journalism, and social reality series. After a peri...
Jumbo recalls more cheeses due to potential listeria contamination
Jumbo has expanded its recall of certain cheese products due to the potential presence of the listeria bacterium. The supermarket chain advises customers to return the affected items, as listeria pose...
43-year-old TikToker suspected of three counts of attempted manslaughter after stabbing at Central Station
A 43-year-old TikTok influencer is facing three counts of attempted manslaughter following a stabbing incident near Amsterdam Central Station on Saturday. The altercation left four people injured, inc...
NPO tries to reach young people: If you are not in their timeline, you do not exist
The Dutch public broadcaster NPO is prioritizing digital platforms and social media to reach younger audiences who have shifted away from traditional linear television. By investing in engaging, humor...
Norwegian Crown Princess Mette-Marit in hospital following lung transplant complications
Crown Princess Mette-Marit of Norway was briefly hospitalized due to complications from a previous lung transplant, forcing her to miss her husband King Haakon VIII's swearing-in ceremony. The new Kin...
Netflix documentary about Matthew Perry to be released in late October
A new documentary titled The One About Matthew Perry will premiere on Netflix on October 27 to honor the late actor's legacy. The series explores his life and career, arriving just before the third an...