Dutch News in English
Latest headlines from the Netherlands in English. Covering Amsterdam, Haarlem, and national Dutch news.
Field hockey player Duco Telgenkamp (24) rediscovered his spark after the Paris Games
Schiphol tunnel closed towards Amsterdam due to technical failure
French tax authority discovers systems were hacked after months
The French tax authority was compromised in a cyberattack in late June. The breach went unnoticed for several months until a hacker group claimed responsibility for the incident this week.
Drought in Groenendaal forest: Heemstede warns of falling branches
The municipality of Heemstede has issued a warning regarding the risk of falling tree branches in the Groenendaal forest due to persistent drought conditions. Visitors are advised to stay on designate...
Opinion from former GVB manager: Look not at a jump over the IJ, but a dive under it
Purchasing power takes a hit from rising energy prices, but economy remains on track
Rising energy and fuel prices are negatively impacting the purchasing power of Dutch households, with growth expected to decline by 2027. Despite these financial pressures, the Dutch economy continues...
Blow to wallets: purchasing power barely rises and will even drop next year
Dutch households are facing financial pressure as high inflation, driven by energy and food prices, limits purchasing power. Projections indicate that real income will barely increase this year and is...
Máxima actor Steef de Bot and girlfriend expecting first child: 'What a joy'
Dutch actor Steef de Bot, known for his role as Constantijn in the series Máxima, has announced that he and his girlfriend, Charlie van der Ligt, are expecting their first child together. The couple ...
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Hans Beijer, B100 from Bassie en Adriaan, dies at age 78
Hans Beijer, the actor best known for his role as B100 in the Dutch children's show Bassie en Adriaan, has passed away at the age of 78.
Enjoy culture outdoors at the Vondelpark Open Air Theatre (and it's completely free)
The Vondelpark Openluchttheater is offering free weekend performances including music, comedy, and dance. These cultural events will continue to be hosted at the venue through Sunday, September 13.
Axl Rose struggles to perform due to jaw condition: 'A challenge'
Guns N' Roses frontman Axl Rose revealed that he is struggling to perform due to a jaw joint condition. Following a recent medical procedure, the singer has lost sensation in the left side of his mout...
Dutch Consumers Association demands end to Groen Adviespunt sales practices
The Dutch Consumers' Association, Consumentenbond, has demanded that Groen Adviespunt immediately end its current sales practices regarding home batteries and sustainability advice. The organization c...
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New in Amsterdam: Giulia and Simone live their Italian dream at ice cream parlor Arte Vanilla
Giulia and Simone have opened the ice cream parlor Arte Vanilla on Kinkerstraat in Amsterdam. The shop distinguishes itself by preparing ingredients from scratch, including roasting pistachios and han...
Drugs, rape and prostitution: Halsema closes home after 'serious abuses'
Amsterdam Mayor Femke Halsema has ordered the closure of a residence for three months following the discovery of a professional cannabis plantation. This action follows reports of serious criminal act...
Míchel concludes once again that Ajax is not yet ready for life without Mika Godts: 'I hope he stays'
Ajax drew 2-2 against Shelbourne in the Conference League qualification rounds in the absence of Mika Godts. Coach Míchel Sánchez expressed concern over a potential transfer for the forward and emph...
Amsterdam stock market rises further and sets new record
The Amsterdam stock exchange reached a new record high on Friday. Significant gains from data providers RELX and Wolters Kluwer, which rose 3 and 4 percent respectively, contributed to the market's pe...
Woman (26) seriously injured in collision between scooter and car on Cornelis Lelylaan
A 26-year-old woman was critically injured in a collision between a scooter and a car on the Cornelis Lelylaan in Amsterdam early Tuesday morning. The scooter's driver sustained minor injuries, while ...
Young spoonbill arrives weakened at Haarlem Bird Hospital
A young spoonbill was recently admitted to the Vogelhospitaal in Haarlem in a weakened, thin, and dirty condition. The bird is currently receiving care at the facility.