Dutch News in English
Latest headlines from the Netherlands in English. Covering Amsterdam, Haarlem, and national Dutch news.
Met De Vlam In De Pijp singer Henk Wijngaard out of intensive care
Singer Henk Wijngaard has been moved out of the intensive care unit at the Isala Hospital in Zwolle and is currently recovering. The 80-year-old artist is expected to be transferred to another hospita...
Share your opinion: plans for cleaner air
Amsterdam is currently seeking public input on its new plans to improve air quality for the 2027-2030 period. Residents are encouraged to share their feedback to help develop effective solutions for a...
European investigations could cost SHEIN billions
Chinese e-commerce platform SHEIN faces the potential of multi-billion euro fines in Europe due to investigations into consumer protection, privacy regulations, and the sale of illegal goods. Regulato...
Holding onto that holiday feeling after your vacation? It's actually impossible
Psychologist Thijs Launspach explains that it is impossible to maintain the relaxed feeling of a vacation after returning to daily work life. He suggests that instead of trying to force this feeling, ...
Dozens of Amsterdammers bid farewell to Peter Faber at the Zonnehuis: ‘The farewell belongs here, it suits him’
Weekend tips: things to do in Amsterdam from August 17 to 20
The agenda for Amsterdam is well-filled between August 17 and August 20, offering various activities such as canal cruises, musicals, and theater performances. These events provide entertainment optio...
Cyclist injured in collision with car on Meer en Vaart
A cyclist was injured following a collision with a car on Meer en Vaart in the Osdorp area of Amsterdam this afternoon. The victim was transported to the hospital with undisclosed injuries, while the ...
Public Prosecution Service finds insufficient evidence for plots to kill Princesses Amalia and Alexia
The Dutch Public Prosecution Service stated that there is insufficient evidence to prove that a 33-year-old man planned to kill Princesses Amalia and Alexia. The suspect's trial began on Monday, follo...
Eurostar competitor can travel to Amsterdam from 2030
Virgin Trains has received authorization from the British rail regulator ORR to operate up to twenty daily round trips between London, Paris, Brussels, and Amsterdam starting in 2030. This decision ai...
Nieuwendijk entrepreneurs must apply for permit following 'signals of criminal activity in shops'
The Amsterdam municipality is introducing a mandatory permit system for businesses on the Nieuwendijk to combat suspected criminal activities such as money laundering and drug trafficking. This requir...
No laptop or even a school bag: poverty also affects children at school
An increasing number of families are struggling to afford essential school supplies, such as laptops and school bags, for their children. Approximately 63 percent of relief organizations report a risi...
Security risk area in part of Southeast
A safety risk zone will be in effect for one week in a part of Amsterdam-Zuidoost starting on Thursday, August 20. This measure allows authorities to perform additional security checks in the designat...
Booking.com hunts down chat scammers and emails Dutch holidaymakers: Send us screenshots
Booking.com is actively reaching out to Dutch travelers affected by chat fraud on its platform. The company is requesting evidence such as screenshots and bank statements to combat a recent surge in c...
Many questions about the expiry of cheap NS train subscriptions
Dutch national railway company NS is receiving numerous inquiries regarding the billing process for its 49-euro 'Dal Vrij' subscription. The company recently issued a warning to passengers that the pr...
Ajax's old ailment resurfaces: promise before the break, decay after
Swedish candy craze leads to takeover of Dutch candy manufacturer
The Swedish company Orkla Snacks Sverige intends to acquire the Dutch candy manufacturer The European Candy Group. This acquisition aims to increase production capacity to meet the rising demand for c...
The beach as an ashtray: beachgoers leave thousands of cigarette filters behind
During a recent annual Beach Clean Up tour, volunteers collected over 79,000 cigarette filters and four tons of waste along the Dutch coast. While large waste items are decreasing, experts warn of a g...
Exhibition Binnenstebuiten opens Thursday at Bloemendaal town hall
The exhibition Binnenstebuiten, featuring artwork by children from groups 7 and 8, will open on Thursday, August 20, at the Bloemendaal town hall. The event begins at 16:00, with doors opening for vis...
Artwork to be installed in new bicycle tunnel at Beverwijk station
A new artwork by Rosa Everts will be installed in the underpass beneath the Velsertraverse at Beverwijk station. Residents and users have until August 21 to submit name suggestions for the new tunnel ...
