Dutch News in English
Latest headlines from the Netherlands in English. Covering Amsterdam, Haarlem, and national Dutch news.
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...
North largely at a standstill during strike: "Annoying, but they are absolutely right"
Public transport and ferry services in Amsterdam-Noord will be halted on September 9 due to a scheduled strike. Although the disruption poses challenges for residents, many locals have expressed under...
European packaging rules corner online stores: Renske only delivers in the Netherlands for now
Online toy shop owner Renske Oomen-Christianen has suspended international shipments from her business, Piece of Play, due to new European packaging regulations. Despite international demand, she will...
Gasoline at the pump has never been more expensive: recommended price for Wednesday breaks record
The recommended price for gasoline in the Netherlands is set to reach a record high of 2.67 euros per liter this Wednesday due to rising oil prices caused by geopolitical tensions in the Middle East. ...
Former chief investigator of ombudsman suspected of violating official secrecy and computer hacking
Bernadette Verheggen, the former chief investigator for the Amsterdam ombudsman, is facing allegations of computer hacking and violating official secrecy. The investigation relates to the suspected le...
Former alderman Van Dantzig convicted of driving under the influence of drugs
Former Amsterdam alderman Reinier van Dantzig has been fined 1500 euros for driving under the influence of multiple drugs. He was caught by police near Alkmaar after attending a festival, a mistake he...
Dozens of jerrycans, possibly drug waste, dumped near Strandeiland in IJburg
Dozens of jerrycans have been discovered near Strandeiland in the IJburg district of Amsterdam. Police are currently investigating the site to determine if the containers hold chemical waste from ille...
Leaked budget meant to woo opposition, but Jetten faces rejection
Leaked budget plans aimed at courting opposition support for the Jetten cabinet have been rejected by key political figures. Despite these efforts, the cabinet continues to face resistance, complicati...
One in five newspaper opinion pieces is written by AI, claims Alexander Klöpping. But is that true?
Tech journalist Alexander Klöpping claims that twenty percent of newspaper opinion pieces are produced by artificial intelligence. Experts, including professor Mark Deuze, have expressed doubts about...
Hearing on squatted school building: can squatters stay?
Squatters occupying a former school building in Zwanenburg are challenging a municipality-led eviction order in court. They argue that the planned demolition is premature because mandatory environment...
Author of leaked report on misconduct at Amsterdam municipality suspected of violating official secrecy and computer fraud
Lead investigator Bernadette Verheggen is under investigation for allegedly leaking a confidential report regarding misconduct within the Amsterdam municipality. Authorities conducted raids on her pro...
VU students Marlon U. and Reinout V. appeal community service sentences for ‘violence with discriminatory intent’
Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam students Marlon U. and Reinout V. have appealed their sentences for a violent altercation deemed to have discriminatory intent. The defense claims the incident was a polit...
Amsterdam man (26) remains in custody for 38 million laundering, also allegedly via healthcare companies
A 26-year-old man named Yusuf U. is being held in custody for his alleged role in laundering 37 million euros through various companies, including Amsterdam-based healthcare firms. Authorities have se...
Ajax: customer data stolen in hack of logistics partner
Ajax confirmed that customer data was stolen following a security breach at its logistics partner, CEVA, affecting those who placed orders after January 1, 2024. While no payment details were compromi...
Willem-Alexander, Máxima and Beatrix attend funeral of Norwegian King Harald
King Willem-Alexander, Queen Máxima, and Princess Beatrix will travel to Oslo to attend the funeral of King Harald of Norway, who passed away at 89. The royal family has cleared their schedule to att...
Halsema wants to clarify Amsterdam hospitality rules: Spontaneous dancing in cafes remains possible
Amsterdam Mayor Femke Halsema has clarified new hospitality rules to ensure that spontaneous dancing in cafes remains allowed and that sound level regulations are not overly restrictive. The updated p...
How Soundos El Ahmadi and Pieter Derks literally send the Wolven contestants into the woods
Comedians Soundos El Ahmadi and Pieter Derks are hosting a new psychological game show titled Wolven. In this program, they challenge thirteen experts by sending them into the woods as part of the com...
From theater raves to 'autobiog-fiction' about butts: our theater critics recommend these 6 shows from the 21st Amsterdam Fringe Festival
The 21st Amsterdam Fringe Festival begins on September 3, featuring diverse experimental performances by young theater makers at 23 locations. Critics have highlighted six shows that range from theate...