Dutch News in English
Latest headlines from the Netherlands in English. Covering Amsterdam, Haarlem, and national Dutch news.
New podcast from Tim de Wit and Arend Jan Boekestijn: ‘International topics are attracting an increasingly large audience’
Europe faces more summers of wildfires
Europe has experienced an intense summer marked by severe wildfires, with risks expected to increase in the coming decades without significant reductions in greenhouse gas emissions. Experts warn that...
Vodafone fined 185,000 euros for irresponsible lending
Vodafone Financial Services has been fined 185,000 euros for issuing irresponsible credit. A software error led to 158 customers receiving loans that should not have been approved four years ago.
Maker of Delft Blue sees significant growth after acquiring company behind Boska cheese slicer
Royal Delft reported strong financial performance in the first half of the year following the acquisition of Boska, the company known for its cheese slicers. This strategic expansion significantly con...
Driver cut from car after serious crash in Hoofddorp
A driver had to be extricated by the fire department after a serious two-car collision occurred this morning on the Rijnlanderweg in Hoofddorp. The injured driver was transported to the hospital, and ...
Ajax lets Ko Itakura return to Gladbach after one year at a significant loss
Aggression, shouting and intimidation: more and more Amsterdam passengers feel unsafe on public transport at night
Heritage of the Week | Remarkable paintings at Huis Rosenthal
Huis Rosenthal, located at Herengracht 500, will be open to the public for the first time during Amsterdam's Open Monumentendag. Visitors are invited to view the building's unique interior during the ...
First-time buyer loans becoming increasingly popular for mortgages
The number of mortgages taken out in the Netherlands has increased by nearly 5 percent over the last six months compared to the previous year. This growth is driven by a rising popularity of starters ...
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Local residents unhappy with F-35 flyovers at final Zandvoort Grand Prix
Residents and nature conservationists in the Middenduin area are protesting against a planned military flypast by F-35s and other aircraft ahead of the final Formula 1 Grand Prix in Zandvoort. The Sti...
Baby Shark boy makes comeback as K-pop artist
Park Geonroung, the boy from the viral Baby Shark video, is debuting as a K-pop artist ten years after his initial success. The seventeen-year-old will release his first single titled Wave this Thursd...
Car completely burned out in Zwanenburg, police investigate arson
A car was completely destroyed by a fire on the Weerenweg in Zwanenburg during the night. The fire department prevented the flames from spreading to nearby structures, and police are currently investi...
Post Malone engaged to partner Christy Lee
American musician Post Malone has become engaged to his partner, Christy Lee. The news was confirmed by outlets reporting on social media footage of Lee wearing an engagement ring and a "Bride to be" ...
Unemployment in the Netherlands rises slightly to 4 percent
Unemployment in the Netherlands rose slightly to 4 percent in July, up from 3.8 percent in June. This increase represents a total of 404,000 unemployed individuals, with a slightly higher rise observe...
Lowlands campsite opens today: meet the mastermind behind its design
As the Lowlands festival campsite opens, the media highlights the creative mastermind behind the event's iconic branding, including its unique typography and tent designs. A special feature offers an ...
Preventive stop-and-frisk measures start today in Zuidoost: "I'm afraid to go out at night"
Starting today, parts of Amsterdam Zuidoost, including the H-buurt, K-buurt, and Nelson Mandelapark, have been designated as high-risk security areas following a surge in gun-related violence. Mayor F...
Still getting vaccinated against COVID? The new round is starting, but it is available to fewer and fewer people
The Netherlands is starting a new COVID-19 vaccination round next month, with appointments becoming available starting next week. However, the vaccine will be accessible to fewer people compared to pr...
Nearly 5 percent more mortgages taken out in the first half of the year
The Dutch Land Registry (Kadaster) reports a 4.6 percent increase in mortgage registrations during the first half of the year compared to the same period in 2023. Nearly 217,000 new mortgages were iss...
Founder of Chinese property giant Evergrande sentenced to life in prison for fraud
The founder of the Chinese real estate company China Evergrande Group has been sentenced to life in prison for fraud and bribery. In addition to the prison term, all of his personal assets will be con...