Dutch News in English
Latest headlines from the Netherlands in English. Covering Amsterdam, Haarlem, and national Dutch news.
Pieterburen Seal Centre on the verge of bankruptcy
The Zeehondencentrum Pieterburen is facing bankruptcy and potential closure due to unexpected financial difficulties and insufficient visitor income following its relocation to Lauwersoog. The loss of...
Actress Selma Blair arrested after incident on plane
Actress Selma Blair was arrested at JFK Airport after experiencing a medical emergency during a flight that led to altercations with staff and law enforcement. She is facing two assault charges for al...
Henk Schiffmacher's team tattoos Rembrandt on Bo's back: "The perfect back"
Tattoo artist Henk Schiffmacher is tattooing a recreation of Rembrandt's 1633 etching, The Descent from the Cross, onto the back of Bo Kwakernaak. The project coincides with an upcoming collaboration ...
Britney Spears releases unreleased song with Justin Timberlake online
Britney Spears has released a previously unreleased track featuring Justin Timberlake titled She'll Never Be Me as part of an anniversary edition of her 2001 album. The singer, who has retired from cr...
Roxeanne and André Hazes hit with podcast: 'They're stark raving mad together'
Siblings Roxeanne and André Hazes have gained significant popularity with their weekly podcast, which is currently a top-twenty hit in the Netherlands. The pair, who have also received a Dutch Podcas...
Opposition slams tax plan: no support for 'sneaky freedom contribution'
The Dutch opposition is firmly rejecting the cabinet's 'freedom contribution' tax plan, which aims to fund increased defense spending by withholding inflation corrections on income taxes. Political pa...
Art director Rick (60) has lived on P.C. Hooftstraat for nearly 20 years: ‘I’m a maximalist, I love having a lot’
For nearly twenty years, Rick Visser has lived in an apartment on Amsterdam's P.C. Hooftstraat, where he avoids the local luxury boutiques. A self-described maximalist, he curates his home using uniqu...
Walrus submarine in Amsterdam for scrapping
The decommissioned Dutch submarine HNLMS Walrus is being transported to Amsterdam to be dismantled and recycled after thirty years of service. The Ministry of Defence is managing the operation, which ...
A different turn to the finish: builders prepare Olympic Stadium for marathon
The Olympic Stadium in Amsterdam is being prepared for the upcoming marathon, which will feature a change in the route within the arena. Runners will now navigate the track in the opposite direction t...
The musical Cats now takes place in the Rijksmuseum: ‘All cats emerge from The Night Watch’
The musical Cats has been updated with a new setting inside the Rijksmuseum, featuring costumes inspired by famous works of art. Performer Nurlaila Karim portrays the character Grizabella in this prod...
It is tough, it is technical, but the solution for box 3 is also hyper-political
The Dutch cabinet is struggling to find a parliamentary majority for its tax plans, specifically regarding the controversial Box 3 issue. The government is currently navigating a difficult negotiation...
European aviation sector wants to adjust border controls after prolonged problems
European aviation organizations are demanding reforms to the EES border system, including more automated gates and the ability to suspend biometric checks during peak congestion. The system, implement...
NOS presenter Afke Boven gets engaged
NOS news presenter Afke Boven has announced her engagement to her partner, Hasper, a commander at Rijkswaterstaat. The couple met eight years ago during a sailing competition and Boven shared the news...
Scientists warn: air pollution and heat increase risk of depression and anxiety
A new international scientific report indicates that exposure to environmental stressors such as air pollution, extreme heat, traffic noise, and a lack of green space is linked to an increased risk of...
Villa at Vondelpark for 20 million euros: It's like the Côte d'Azur
A detached villa located near Vondelpark in Amsterdam is currently the city's most expensive property on the market, listed for 20 million euros. While the home offers expansive living space and prime...
Minor directed 23-year-old in Rijsenhout bombing
A 23-year-old man and a minor suspect are accused of carrying out a professional bomb attack on a home in Rijsenhout last December. While the 23-year-old remains in custody, his defense has requested ...
Ahold Delhaize remains silent after ‘likely hack’, expert calls it clumsy: ‘Trust is damaged’
Ahold Delhaize is experiencing major operational issues and website outages following a suspected cybersecurity incident that began Monday. The company has faced criticism from experts for its lack of...
Domien Verschuuren is new voice-over for De Verhulstjes following death of Cees Geel
Domien Verschuuren will replace the late actor Cees Geel as the voice-over for the reality series De Verhulstjes. Geel, a well-known Dutch actor and voice artist, passed away in July at the age of 61.
Tolhuistuin garden in Amsterdam-Noord closed due to persistent nuisance
The Tolhuistuin garden in Amsterdam-Noord has closed its gates to the public due to persistent safety issues involving aggressive behavior and alcohol consumption. Director Anne Schaepman stated that ...
Staff discounts face the axe as industry associations take action
The Dutch government plans to eliminate the specific tax exemption for employee discounts starting January 1, 2027, as part of a measure to simplify tax rules and raise 127 million euros. A coalition ...