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Latest headlines from the Netherlands in English. Covering Amsterdam, Haarlem, and national Dutch news.
Reconstruction of the investigation into the murder of 17-year-old Lisa from Abcoude: is suspect Chris Jude criminally responsible?
Vacancy: internship at the social media editorial team of Het Parool

Dutch industry grows at fastest pace in four years driven by chemicals and refineries
The Dutch industrial sector experienced its strongest growth in four years during the second quarter of 2026, with revenue increasing by 8.4 percent compared to the previous year. This growth was prim...

Ajax pubs angry at Ziggo for not broadcasting match: "I'm already paying a fortune"
Owners of Ajax-themed cafes in Amsterdam and Haarlem are upset with Ziggo Sport for not securing the broadcast rights to the upcoming Ajax match against FC Sion. Because the game will only be availabl...

The easiest way to travel to the F1 weekend in Zandvoort
The final Formula 1 weekend in Zandvoort will take place this weekend, leading to significant road closures and traffic restrictions in the surrounding region. Organizers and the ANWB advise visitors ...

US and Canada reach last-minute deal to suspend new tariffs
The United States and Canada reached an agreement on Tuesday to postpone new 50 percent import tariffs just hours before they were scheduled to take effect. This deal temporarily prevents an escalatin...
Jan de Bie (1941-2026) organized the Jordaan Festival for nearly half a century, often against all odds: ‘He had a heart of gold’
The investigation into a rape on the Weesperzijde was in full swing – and then Lisa (17) was murdered. A reconstruction
There is only one victim of all the scandals, Lil Kleine believes – and it is himself
Anne-Mei Nguyen Blom (26), winner of the De Beeldmakers public award, on her residencies: ‘The seeds were planted in Brazil’
Nol Jansen Manenschijn (76) and Lydia Bodeker (86): ‘I walked her home and immediately sensed that something wasn't right there’

All episodes of De Fabeltjeskrant to be available on YouTube soon
All episodes of the Dutch children's series De Fabeltjeskrant are being released on YouTube with improved image and sound quality. The first ten episodes will be available on the show's official YouTu...

ZZ Top drummer Frank Beard dies at 77
Frank Beard, the drummer of the American rock band ZZ Top, passed away on Tuesday at the age of 77 following a long illness. His death was confirmed by a spokesperson for the musician.

Building squatted on Reguliersgracht, but squatters leave after talking to police
A group of approximately twenty squatters briefly occupied a vacant building on the Reguliersgracht in Amsterdam. Following a discussion with police officers, the group agreed to leave the property vo...

Cabinet regrets that 'data vault' with childcare benefits scandal documents remained hidden
The Dutch cabinet has expressed regret for failing to inform the House of Representatives earlier about a data vault containing millions of documents related to the child benefit scandal. Officials al...

JA21 staffer Maarten Brante dies after falling into the water at Prins Hendrikkade
Maarten Brante, a Ja21 staff member, podcast host, and photographer, has died at age 48 following a fatal accident in Amsterdam. He fell into the water at the Prins Hendrikkade on August 13 and passed...

JA21 staffer Maarten Brante dies after falling into water at Prins Hendrikkade
Maarten Brante, a political staffer for the JA21 party, has died at age 48 following a fatal accident on the Prins Hendrikkade in Amsterdam. He fell into the water in the early hours of August 13 and ...

New Marilyn Monroe Barbie doll released for her centenary
Toy manufacturer Mattel is releasing a new Marilyn Monroe Barbie doll to commemorate the actress's centenary. The doll is inspired by her iconic outfit from the film Gentlemen Prefer Blondes and will ...