Dutch News in English
Latest headlines from the Netherlands in English. Covering Amsterdam, Haarlem, and national Dutch news.
Natalie Imbruglia had no money and lived in a basement after hit series Neighbours
After leaving the Australian soap opera Neighbours, actress and singer Natalie Imbruglia experienced severe financial difficulties. She was briefly forced to live in a friend's basement in London due ...
Taylor Swift again forbids Donald Trump from using her music
Study: Van Gogh signed only 15 percent of his work
Dynamic energy contracts becoming increasingly popular: 1 in 12 pay variable rates
The popularity of dynamic energy contracts is rising in the Netherlands, with over 1.1 million households now opting for plans where prices fluctuate continuously based on market rates. While these co...
Open Monument Day in Haarlem: these are the special places you can visit
During Open Monumentendag 2026, the public will have the opportunity to visit several historic sites in Haarlem that are typically closed to visitors. This event includes locations such as the Bakenes...
Man drags victim into bushes near Strandvliet and forces them to perform sexual acts
On July 27, 2025, a victim was followed from Gein metro station and forced into bushes near Strandvliet station, where they were coerced into sexual acts. Police have released surveillance footage of ...
Dick van den Heuvel (69) writes five new thrillers about Amsterdam: I see the beauty of the city, but I cannot escape its ugliness
Amsterdammer Ruben (33) paid for a Swapfiets he didn't use for four years: 'I couldn't find it'
Europaweg reopened to traffic
The Europaweg in Haarlem will reopen to all traffic on Friday, August 14, at 4:00 PM, two weeks ahead of schedule. The newly designed street features improved facilities for cyclists, pedestrians, and...
Warm and dry summer leads to early grape harvest in Germany
The German Wine Institute reports that the grape harvest in Germany is starting earlier than usual this year due to warm and dry weather conditions. While the heat has accelerated ripening, some regio...
Grachtenfestival moves to Tuincentrum Osdorp: classical music among the plants
The Grachtenfestival, a major classical music event in the Netherlands, held a unique performance at the Tuincentrum Osdorp in Amsterdam. Attendees enjoyed works by composers like Ravel and Händel am...
Grachtenfestival moves to Tuincentrum Osdorp: classical sounds among the plants
As part of the annual Grachtenfestival, musicians Isaac Lottman and Lisa Jacobs performed a classical music concert at the Tuincentrum Osdorp in Amsterdam. The performance, which fits the festival's g...
King presents trophy to latest Dutch Grand Prix winner
King Willem-Alexander, Queen Máxima, and Princess Alexia will attend the final Dutch Grand Prix at the Zandvoort circuit next Sunday. The event will conclude its current run in 2026, with the venue t...
Man arrested for allegedly urinating on concertgoers at Morgan Wallen show
A 33-year-old man was arrested at a Morgan Wallen concert in Baltimore after allegedly urinating on multiple attendees. He faces charges including assault and public urination.
Willem-Alexander, Máxima and Alexia attend Grand Prix in Zandvoort
King Willem-Alexander, Queen Máxima, and Princess Alexia will attend the Dutch Grand Prix at the Zandvoort circuit on August 23. The visit was officially announced by the Government Information Servi...
Mister Jordaan Festival founder Jan de Bie has died
Jan de Bie, the longtime organizer of the Jordaan Festival, has passed away following a prolonged illness. De Bie was a well-known figure in Amsterdam who helped launch the careers of numerous Dutch s...
Mosquito bite that won't stop itching? Look out for these signs to see a doctor
Medical experts explain why bodily reactions to mosquito bites vary in intensity and offer advice on effective treatments for itching. The article provides insights from a dermatologist and an interni...
Ajax joins race for former Feyenoord player Lutsharel Geertruida
Ajax has entered the competition to sign former Feyenoord player Lutsharel Geertruida. The club has initiated discussions with the player, who is also being heavily pursued by PSV.
Eric gets Haarlem residents with a 'stuttering brain' moving
Care worker Eric Sterenberg leads weekly exercise sessions for people with dementia in Haarlem to help maintain physical health and cognitive function. Sterenberg, who is seeking volunteers to assist ...
BTS singer V struggles with hearing loss: 'Right ear is at 30 percent'
BTS singer V revealed during a livestream that he has been suffering from hearing loss in his right ear for the past two and a half years. The thirty-year-old artist noted that his hearing capacity in...