Dutch News in English
Latest headlines from the Netherlands in English. Covering Amsterdam, Haarlem, and national Dutch news.
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 ...
47-year-old man dies in fatal train accident at Amsterdam RAI station on Saturday
Funeral of actor Peter Faber today, funeral procession drives through the city
The funeral for Amsterdam-based actor Peter Faber, who passed away on August 6th at the age of 82, is being held today. A public farewell at the Zonnehuis in Amsterdam-Noord will be followed by a fune...
Doctor's visit with the Van Tijl couple: a downpour of ailments, obstacles, and other inconveniences
Doctor Rutger makes a house call to the Van Tijl couple to address their numerous accumulated medical complaints. The visit proves challenging due to various household obstacles and the couple's activ...
These are the school holiday dates for the 2026-2027 school year in Haarlem
The school holiday schedule for the 2026-2027 academic year in Haarlem has been released. Families and students can now plan their upcoming breaks by checking the official dates for the region.
Haarlem Live concludes first edition with over 35,000 visitors
The inaugural edition of the Haarlem Live city festival concluded after attracting an estimated 35,000 visitors. The event took place from August 12 to 16 in the historic city center of Haarlem.
Eric Corton and Michiel Veenstra to host joint morning show on KINK
Radio station KINK is introducing a new Friday schedule starting August 21. Presenters Eric Corton and Michiel Veenstra will host a joint morning show together.
Germans staying away from Dutch holiday parks in droves due to higher prices
German tourists are significantly reducing their bookings at Dutch holiday parks this year. Reports indicate that the decline is driven by the perception that the Netherlands has become an increasingl...
Asset managers pay intermediaries: 'Costs unclear to the client'
The Dutch financial regulator AFM is investigating claims that some wealth managers are circumventing the commission ban by paying intermediaries. Critics argue that these practices negatively impact ...
Quiet returns to the Strait of Hormuz as shipping declines this weekend
Shipping activity through the Strait of Hormuz declined over the weekend according to data from Kpler. Ship operators are acting with increased caution following recent tanker attacks and a stalemate ...
Ajax's second-half collapse against SC Heerenveen (2-2) showed similarities to last year
Explosion blows out rear wall of Zaandam apartment
Tommy Wieringa saw his chosen clips as friends sitting at the table on Zomergasten
Dutch coal plants running at full capacity this year
Coal-fired power plants in the Netherlands have seen increased activity throughout the year. This rise in production is driven by high energy prices and growing electricity demand from Belgium.
Farmers receive less for their products, with milk and pork prices falling hardest
According to the national statistics office CBS, farmers in the Netherlands received 8.5 percent less for their products in the second quarter of 2026 compared to the same period in 2025. The decline ...
What can Amsterdam learn from other cities with a rat infestation?
Amsterdam is dealing with a growing rat population and is exploring various global strategies to address the issue, including prevention education and new technological solutions. While cities like Ne...