Dutch News in English
Latest headlines from the Netherlands in English. Covering Amsterdam, Haarlem, and national Dutch news.
Fire with heavy smoke following possible explosion in Amstelveen apartment building
A fire broke out in an apartment building on Watercirkel in Amstelveen overnight following a suspected explosion. Although the fire was quickly contained, residents were temporarily evacuated due to h...
More bladder infections in summer: how to reduce the risk
Bladder infections occur more frequently during the summer months due to lifestyle habits like wearing wet swimwear. Urologist Piet Hoebeke explains the causes of this seasonal increase and offers adv...
The 'old-fashioned' photo booth is trendy again: "This feels more special"
Old-fashioned photo booths are seeing a resurgence in popularity across Amsterdam, often drawing long queues of tourists and locals. Despite the ubiquity of smartphone cameras, many people find the ph...
The Greenhouse | Climate damage is mounting, should we step on the gas?
In his weekly column, climate reporter Jeroen Kraan discusses the significant economic and environmental impact of the extreme summer of 2026 in the Netherlands. He questions whether the resulting agr...
Second Simpsons movie in the works, coming to theaters in 2027
The creators of the hit series The Simpsons are currently developing a second feature film. The New Simpsons Movie is scheduled for a theatrical release in the fall of 2027.
Comedian Nate Bargatze breaks world record with ticket sales
American comedian Nate Bargatze has set a new Guinness World Record for the highest number of tickets sold for a stand-up comedy tour. His "Big Dumb Eyes" tour has reached a milestone of over 2 millio...
Hendricks Caravan comes to Haarlem: theater and music at Huis Hodshon on the Spaarne
Hendricks Karavaan is moving to the historic Huis Hodshon in Haarlem this summer for a series of theater and music performances. The event follows a previous 2025 edition held in Velsen-Zuid and will ...
Sixteen years later, John's soapbox car races through Zandvoort again
A soapbox race featuring twenty-five teams is being held in Zandvoort as part of the Zandvoort Racefestival, occurring ahead of the Dutch Grand Prix. Notably, local resident John Lemmens is entering t...
Millions needed for Vondelkerk restoration: artists step in with exhibition
Stadsherstel is facing a three-million-euro funding shortfall for the restoration of the Vondelkerk following a devastating fire last year. To raise money, a benefit art exhibition has been organized,...
We have a water shortage, but it's flushing into the sea en masse near Rotterdam
The Netherlands is struggling with water shortages while large amounts of fresh water flow into the sea through the port of Rotterdam. Proposed solutions to retain water, such as shallowing or damming...
New guideline meant to prevent fatal Julianasluis accident in Gouda arrived seven days after crash
A new guideline for improving camera surveillance at locks was issued seven days after a fatal accident involving 58-year-old Mieke Houtman at the Julianasluis in Gouda. Concerns have been raised rega...
One year after Lisa (17) was murdered: what became of promises to improve safety?
Courtney Love had serious health issues in 2019: I almost died
Singer Courtney Love recently revealed that she suffered from severe health complications in 2019 following her move from Los Angeles to London. She stated that doctors told her she was near death dur...
AFC embarrasses itself with defeat against newly promoted Kloetinge
AFC suffered a disappointing 1-3 home defeat against newly promoted VV Kloetinge in their opening match of the Tweede Divisie season. Other regional clubs also struggled, with Haarlem-based Koninklijk...
Stefan Nillessen stuns with 1500m gold at European Athletics Championships
PSG signs Mika Godts: Ajax to receive up to 55 million euros
Belgian forward Mika Godts has transferred from Ajax to Paris Saint-Germain for a total fee of 55 million euros. The French club officially presented the player on Saturday evening.
At Reggae Lake festival in Amsterdam Zuidoost, Zion Marley's voice sounds eerily like his grandfather Bob's
Van crashes into home on Osdorperweg, driver tests positive for alcohol
A van crashed into a residential home on Osdorperweg in Amsterdam on Tuesday evening. The driver tested positive for alcohol and was taken into custody, while authorities are currently assessing the b...
Train traffic disrupted due to collision at Amsterdam Rai station
Beware of holiday scams this summer: 5 tricks scammers use (and how to avoid them)
As the summer holiday season approaches, tech journalist Kenneth Dée has warned travelers about common scams such as fake hotel emails, misleading social media deals, and fraudulent influencer promot...