Dutch News in English
Latest headlines from the Netherlands in English. Covering Amsterdam, Haarlem, and national Dutch news.
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...
European defense boom creates thousands of new jobs in Germany
Increased demand for military equipment across Europe is driving a massive hiring boom within Germany's defense industry. Manufacturers are seeking tens of thousands of skilled workers, though they cu...
These B&B Vol Liefde owners used to live in Amsterdam
Three participants from the television show B&B Vol Liefde—Thomas, Eline, and Timothy—all lived in Amsterdam before moving abroad to run hospitality businesses in Spain, Aruba, and Ibiza. As the s...
King and Queen joined again by all their daughters on Prinsjesdag
King Willem-Alexander and Queen Maxima were joined by all three of their daughters for the annual Prinsjesdag ceremony. The event featured the traditional Speech from the Throne, where the King outlin...
Do you have thin nails that tear easily? This can help according to a medical pedicurist
Medical pedicurist Denise Bruins provides expert advice on how to properly care for thin or brittle nails. This article is the fifth installment of a series focused on maintaining healthy nails.
Aboard with ferryman Rens Hendrikse: 'Water, city and people come together on the ferry'
The GVB is actively recruiting new, experienced skippers to operate the essential ferries across the IJ in Amsterdam. Skipper Rens Hendrikse highlights the unique nature of the job, where city life an...
39-year-old woman infected with West Nile virus in Amsterdam region
A 39-year-old woman in the Amsterdam region has contracted the West Nile virus and developed meningitis. Health authorities confirm the infection was locally acquired, though they stress that the risk...
Klaas van der Eerden and Anna split up: 'Looking back with a lot of happiness'
Klaas van der Eerden has announced his separation from his partner, Anna, after deciding to go their separate ways earlier this year. The comedian stated that the divorce is already official and the p...
Five questions about the life of a transfer journalist: 'Sometimes I make forty to fifty calls a day'
Journalist Johan Inan details the hectic experience of covering football transfers, highlighting the massive daily volume of communication required to track deals. He explains how the modern transfer ...
New King Haakon takes oath in Norwegian parliament, wife Mette-Marit absent
King Haakon VIII has officially taken his constitutional oath before the Norwegian parliament following the death of his father, King Harald. The ceremony proceeded without Queen Mette-Marit, who rema...
Film Voor de meisjes wins Golden Calf Audience Award 2026
Voor de meisjes has won the 2026 Golden Calf Audience Award, having outperformed other major releases with 324,000 ticket sales. The film follows two couples facing a crisis during a vacation and has ...
Smaller budget cuts not enough for PRO and unions, strikes to continue
Dutch labor unions are proceeding with nationwide strikes after rejecting the government's partial reversal of planned social security cuts. Major disruptions are expected on September 9th as public t...
IKEA lowers prices of more than five hundred products in the Netherlands
IKEA is reducing prices on more than five hundred items in the Netherlands as part of a 1.2 billion euro European investment to improve affordability. The phased price cuts focus on popular furniture ...
HBO Max and Videoland join forces with cheaper bundle
HBO Max and Videoland have introduced a new discounted subscription bundle in the Netherlands, allowing customers to access both services at a reduced monthly rate. The initiative aims to provide bett...
France becomes first EU country to tax Asian fast fashion
France has become the first EU country to approve a tax on fast fashion retailers to combat overproduction and environmental waste. The legislation targets large-scale platforms like SHEIN by imposing...
Search operation in Overveen dunes involved missing 47-year-old from Haarlem
A 47-year-old man from Haarlem remains missing after last being seen on Sunday evening. Police and the Veteran Search Team recently conducted a search operation in the Overveen and Bloemendaal dune ar...
Mocro Maffia actor Meftah sentenced to 120 hours of community service for violent incidents
Mocro Maffia actor Meftah has been sentenced to 120 hours of community service for two violent assaults committed during football matches between 2024 and 2025. The court rejected his self-defense cla...
Prinsjesdag documents leaked: extra money for purchasing power, fewer benefit cuts, and deductible increase postponed
Leaked Prinsjesdag documents show the Dutch coalition government plans to delay healthcare deductible increases and reduce planned cuts to social security benefits. While the government is implementin...