Dutch News in English
Latest headlines from the Netherlands in English. Covering Amsterdam, Haarlem, and national Dutch news.
Police investigate TikTok livestream following Amsterdam Central stabbing
Police are investigating a stabbing at Amsterdam Central Station that was inadvertently captured during a TikTok livestream. Four men were injured in the altercation, and a 43-year-old suspect from Na...
I expected it to be more impoverished: we took the controversial budget train to Germany and this is what we noticed
Budget train operator GoVolta has faced criticism following its announcement of low-cost rail travel to Berlin. A reporter tested the service, comparing the experience to the standard ICE trains to de...
The greenhouse | Regional products are not just fun for holidays
This article discusses the importance of supporting local, sustainable agriculture by prioritizing the origin and quality of food products over low prices. The author highlights that Dutch consumers c...
Death toll from Nepal and Tibet floods rises to 750, over 3,000 still missing
The death toll from severe flooding in Nepal and Tibet has climbed to 750, with more than 3,000 people currently reported as missing. Rescue operations continue to face delays due to dangerous weather...
Singerstraat fire: home uninhabitable, three people examined
A fire broke out in a Singerstraat residential block on Sunday morning, leaving one home uninhabitable. Three people were medically evaluated at the scene, though no hospitalizations were required.
At least three dead in crash on Lelystad-Enkhuizen dike
Three young men aged 17 and 19 were killed in a multi-vehicle crash on the Houtribdijk near Enkhuizen. The incident, which occurred late Saturday night, led to a full closure of the road while emergen...
Opinion: To combat human trafficking, sex workers must be treated as partners in dialogue
This article argues that initiatives to combat human trafficking in Amsterdam often exclude the input of sex workers, relying instead on controversial methods like increased police surveillance and AI...
Camera glasses offer solution for the blind and visually impaired: 'Make them an assistive device'
Smart glasses are being used as essential assistive tools by visually impaired individuals to navigate their surroundings and read text independently. While advocacy groups praise the technology for e...
Kim K and Hailey Bieber are doing it too: pimple patches are flying off the shelves
Pimple patches have become a popular beauty trend, with celebrities like Kim Kardashian and Hailey Bieber embracing the look. These stickers are designed to treat blemishes while serving as a trendy a...
LIVE Eredivisie | Ajax visits Telstar following European match against Sion
Ajax defeated Telstar 0-4 in their latest Eredivisie encounter, with goals from Davy Klaassen, Steven Berghuis, Tolu Arokodare, and Marcos Leonardo. The victory serves as preparation for Ajax's upcomi...
New educational goals: even math teachers must focus on language
The Netherlands has introduced updated core educational objectives to combat declining literacy and numeracy skills among students. These new standards require all teachers, regardless of their subjec...
This is what our TV critics thought of the final season of Zomergasten so far
The final season of the television program Zomergasten featured in-depth interviews with diverse guests including Peter Pannekoek, Sigrid Kaag, and Jim van Os. Hosted by Janine Abbring, the series exp...
Damage to facade after explosion at home in Amsterdam Nieuw-West
A 16-year-old was arrested in the Osdorp neighborhood of Amsterdam after attempting to detonate an explosive, which was followed by two successful explosions at the same house within 24 hours. No inju...
Damage to home in Amsterdam Nieuw-West after explosion
A home on the Professor R. Casimirstraat in Amsterdam-Osdorp was damaged by a series of explosions occurring between Friday and Saturday. Although a 16-year-old suspect was arrested for an initial att...
NBC News crew attacked by settlers in the West Bank
An NBC News crew was physically attacked by a group of Israeli settlers while filming in the West Bank. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu condemned the violence, calling the perpetrators criminals who...
Energy shortage looms, but The Hague is in no rush with new nuclear power plant
Despite acknowledging the necessity of a new nuclear power plant to ensure energy security, the Dutch government is failing to make progress due to political disagreements over costs and potential loc...
Ajax secures desired defensive midfielder: Jordi Cruijff brings Sofyan Amrabat back to the Eredivisie
Ajax has successfully signed defensive midfielder Sofyan Amrabat to fill a persistent vacancy in the team's lineup. Technical director Jordi Cruijff secured the transfer after the player mutually part...
Passion and togetherness beat speed and technique in Netherlands-Argentina hockey final: Fair play is highly valued
The Women's Hockey World Cup final between the Netherlands and Argentina took place at the Wagener Stadion in Amstelveen, drawing a large crowd of passionate supporters. The match celebrated the core ...
Ajax secures desired number six: Jordi Cruijff brings Sofyan Amrabat back to the Eredivisie
Ajax has signed Moroccan international Sofyan Amrabat on a free transfer until 2028 to fill their vacant number six position. The midfielder returns to the Eredivisie after stints at FC Utrecht and Fe...
Fockeline Ouwerkerk: Joeri and I went to relationship therapy, I’m not secretive about it
Actress Fockeline Ouwerkerk reveals in a recent interview that she sought relationship therapy with her partner, Joeri, and is open about the experience. Additionally, she shares that her symptoms rel...