Dutch News in English
Latest headlines from the Netherlands in English. Covering Amsterdam, Haarlem, and national Dutch news.
Radio DJ fired by BBC after years-old child abuse investigation
The BBC has fired radio DJ Scott Mills following new developments in a police investigation concerning sexual offenses against a minor. Although the broadcaster has known about the allegations since 2...
Salwa seeks Dutch-speaking volunteers for Uitgeest station coffee bar: 'A good morning starts after coffee'
Salwa is seeking Dutch-speaking volunteers to staff the coffee bar located on the platform of Uitgeest station. The establishment has become a popular morning stop for commuters, providing a simple st...
Heemstede gym stands by controversial price hike approach: 'In our view, it couldn't have been more personal'
Heemstede gym HealthclubNU is facing backlash from members and the consumer program Radar following a controversial subscription price increase. Despite the criticism regarding their communication met...
Nils Rossen extends stay at Telstar: Club triggers option in talented midfielder's contract
Telstar has extended the contract of talented midfielder Nils Rossen until July 2027 by exercising a specific option in his agreement. Simultaneously, the club announced it will be parting ways with p...
Velsen unconcerned about finances after poor BDO rating; no additional cuts expected
The local government of Velsen remains unconcerned despite being ranked as one of the most financially unhealthy municipalities in the Netherlands by accounting firm BDO. The council stated in respons...
Weski lashes out at Prosecution: What the prosecutor says is bullshit
Former lawyer Inez Weski criticized the Dutch Public Prosecution Service during a court hearing regarding the reading of case file notes. After calling a prosecutor's statement 'bullshit,' she receive...
Haarlem-based hot school lunch provider TommyTomato declared bankrupt
Haarlem-based school lunch provider TommyTomato has been declared bankrupt following a sudden withdrawal of promised financing. The social enterprise serves warm meals to 30,000 children across hundre...
Lawsuit against carmaker Stellantis over defeat devices in motorhomes
Several Dutch consumer and camping organizations have filed a legal claim against car manufacturer Stellantis regarding the use of illegal defeat devices in camper vans. The groups are demanding that ...
Stolen golden helmet unveiled at Drents Museum press conference after recovery based on tips from suspects
Golden art treasures, including a historic golden helmet, have been recovered after being stolen from the Drents Museum in Assen. The items were located based on information provided by suspects invol...
Son Mieux to return to Ziggo Dome in early 2027: 'Can't believe it'
The Dutch band Son Mieux has announced a return to the Ziggo Dome in Amsterdam for a concert on January 22, 2027. This performance follows their previous two-show run at the same venue in 2025.
‘This is doing in real life what we learn at school’: KTS students raise 32,500 euros for KiKa with benefit dinner at restaurant MESA in Bennebroek
Ten students from Teylingen College KTS successfully raised 32,500 euros for the children's cancer charity KiKa by hosting a benefit dinner at restaurant MESA in Bennebroek. The event allowed the stud...
Art detective Brand: Stolen golden helmet found
Art detective Arthur Brand reports that a stolen Romanian golden helmet from the Drents Museum has been recovered. Brand suggests that the artifact's return was achieved through negotiations within hi...
Nina June champions female artists
Dutch singer-songwriter Nina June has released her latest album, 'Seal skin – Anthems of a woman,' which explores the diverse aspects of womanhood. Supported by a string orchestra, the record is des...
Rescue operation for horse in ditch in Castricum
Emergency services rescued a horse from a ditch in Castricum on Thursday morning. The local fire department coordinated the successful operation to pull the animal to safety.
Two injured in collision at Hoofddorp intersection
Two people were injured following a collision between two cars at an intersection in Hoofddorp on Thursday morning. The accident occurred at the junction of Skagerrak and Van Heuven Goedhartlaan.
What you didn't know about autism: 'It is not visible in someone's appearance'
On World Autism Day, experts address common misconceptions and stereotypes regarding autism, such as the idea that it is visible in a person's appearance or that autistic individuals lack empathy. The...
Prosecution reports ‘new developments’ in Drents Museum art theft
The Dutch Public Prosecution Service has announced that new developments will be shared regarding the investigation into an art theft at the Drents Museum. A press briefing involving representatives f...
Museum De Lakenhal celebrates 400th anniversary of Leiden painter: Jan Steen as 17th-century comedian
Museum De Lakenhal in Leiden is hosting a retrospective exhibition to celebrate the 400th birthday of the 17th-century painter Jan Steen. The exhibit highlights Steen's legacy as a comedic artist know...
Stolen art treasures from Drents Museum recovered
Romanian art treasures stolen from the Drents Museum in Assen during a violent robbery last January have been recovered. The artifacts were returned following their disappearance over a year ago.
Air France-KLM bids for Portuguese airline TAP
Air France-KLM has officially submitted a bid to acquire the Portuguese airline TAP. The Franco-Dutch aviation group has long expressed interest in this takeover as part of its expansion strategy.