Dutch News in English
Latest headlines from the Netherlands in English. Covering Amsterdam, Haarlem, and national Dutch news.
Seriously injured in collision between two cyclists in Amsterdam city center
Two cyclists were involved in a serious collision on the Nieuwe Hoogstraat in Amsterdam on Sunday afternoon. One individual sustained severe injuries and required the assistance of a mobile medical te...
Cyclist seriously injured in collision with another cyclist on Nieuwe Hoogstraat in city center
A man was seriously injured after colliding with another cyclist on the Nieuwe Hoogstraat in central Amsterdam this afternoon. Emergency responders, including a trauma helicopter, attended the scene b...
Fitter after 50: why Céline Dion (58) swears by ballet and pilates
Singer Céline Dion is preparing for a stage comeback in September at the age of 58. To improve her fitness for the performance, she has adopted a training regimen consisting of ballet and pilates, wh...
Review roundup The Dog Stars: 'A snack that doesn't linger long'
Dutch film critics have given Ridley Scott's latest project, The Dog Stars, lukewarm reviews, citing thin characters and a disjointed plot. While some praise the visual direction and occasional suspen...
In-demand Youri Baas left out of Ajax starting lineup for match against Telstar
Ajax defeated Telstar 4-0 behind goals from Davy Klaassen, Steven Berghuis, Tolu Arokodare, and Marcos Leonardo. The match featured several roster changes, including the absence of new signings and Yo...
LIVE Eredivisie | In-demand Youri Baas left out of Ajax starting XI against Telstar: Farioli's FC Porto eyeing defender
Ajax claimed a straightforward 0-4 win over Telstar in an away match, with Steven Berghuis providing a goal and two assists. The victory allows the team to gain momentum ahead of their upcoming high-s...
GL-Senate leader Rosenmöller (70) to step down after elections: 'Time to pass the baton'
Paul Rosenmöller, the leader of the Progressief Nederland faction in the Dutch Senate, will retire from politics after the elections in May 2027. The 70-year-old politician, who previously led GroenL...
Students borrow for student debt again: 'Investing was not the intention'
Recent data shows that 450,000 students in the Netherlands hold an average debt of 18,200 euros. Experts advise students to carefully budget their expenses and avoid using government loans for risky i...
Telstar look to upset Ajax at home • Amsterdammers without Amrabat
Ajax defeated Telstar 0-4 in a dominant away performance on August 30, 2026, with goals from Klaassen, Berghuis, Arokodare, and Leonardo. The result moves Ajax to fourth in the standings as they prepa...
All three of Claudia's (48) sons were born prematurely, only years later can she talk about it
Claudia, a 48-year-old mother, shares her personal journey of raising three sons who were all born prematurely. After many years, she is finally able to openly discuss the challenges and emotional tol...
Ajax reaches agreement with Werder Bremen on loan of Youri Regeer
Ajax has reached a loan agreement with Werder Bremen for midfielder Youri Regeer that includes a purchase option. This decision follows the arrival of Sofyan Amrabat, while the club is also working to...
Ajax reaches agreement with Werder Bremen on Youri Regeer, Carrizo also heading for the exit
Ajax has reached an agreement to loan midfielder Youri Regeer to Werder Bremen with an option to buy. Furthermore, the club is sending winger Maher Carrizo on loan to FC Kopenhagen to manage their ros...
Dutch men's eight retains rowing world title at Bosbaan
The Dutch men's eight rowing team retained their world title in a close finish at the Bosbaan in Amsterdam, while the mixed double sculls duo of Simon van Dorp and Roos de Jong also claimed gold. Else...
Ferry with hundreds on board capsizes off the coast of Cyprus
A passenger ferry carrying 267 people capsized and sank off the coast of Northern Cyprus while traveling to Turkey, prompting a major rescue mission. While over one hundred passengers have been saved,...
Drinking beers at café De Oranjerie for a century: "Everyone just feels very welcome"
Café De Oranjerie in Amsterdam's Haarlemmerbuurt recently celebrated its 100th anniversary with a variety of festive events. The establishment remains popular for its authentic, welcoming atmosphere ...
Busy memorial services in Norwegian churches for late King Harald
Memorial services for the late King Harald were held in churches throughout Norway, including a prominent ceremony in Asker attended by the royal family. Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre and other gov...
Mayor Halsema sounds the alarm over homeless people and drug nuisance in Amsterdam: 3,644 troublemakers identified
Amsterdam Mayor Femke Halsema is urging the national government to assist with a mounting homelessness and drug crisis that is threatening the city's livability. With over 3,600 individuals identified...
Man waits for woman at her home and steals valuable bracelets, three-year prison sentence
A man has been sentenced to three years in prison for a targeted, violent robbery of a woman outside her apartment last November. The court also ordered him to pay 28,000 euros in damages and issued a...
Have you seen Coco, Goofy, or Braam? These 12 pets are missing in Haarlem
Twelve pets, including cats, a parrot, and a pigeon, have been reported missing across various neighborhoods in Haarlem over the last week. The list, compiled using data from the animal registration o...
How do you turn the game Werewolves into an exciting TV show? This attempt demanded a lot of patience from the viewer
The card game Werewolves has been adapted into a new primetime television series through a collaboration between NPO and Disney+. Despite high production values, the premiere suffered from slow pacing...