Dutch News in English
Latest headlines from the Netherlands in English. Covering Amsterdam, Haarlem, and national Dutch news.
OpenAI discontinues Sora, the AI video generation app
OpenAI has announced plans to discontinue Sora, its artificial intelligence application used for generating short videos. The company intends to reallocate the significant computing power required for...
FNV wants higher travel allowance and fuel price caps
The Dutch labor union FNV is advocating for a higher tax-free travel allowance and the implementation of maximum prices for gasoline and diesel. These proposals are being put forward ahead of a parlia...
Greenpeace projects ‘Tax oil companies’ war profits’ onto Eye Filmmuseum
Trump reports mysterious Iranian ’gift’ near Strait of Hormuz
US President Donald Trump has claimed to have received a "very big gift" from Iran involving the Strait of Hormuz. While he declined to provide specific details, he indicated the matter is related to ...
Jetten expects quick end to 90 billion blockade for Ukraine
Rob Jetten expects Hungary to lift its blockade on a €90 billion EU loan for Ukraine by mid-next month. The Hungarian government has been obstructing the aid due to a dispute with Ukraine regarding ...
Amsterdam Tigers lose national title to Nijmegen Devils in one-sided third final match
The Amsterdam Tigers lost the Dutch national ice hockey title after a 5-1 defeat in the third game of the final series against the Nijmegen Devils. The Devils secured the championship by winning three...
Iran allows non-hostile ships to pass through Strait of Hormuz
Iran has informed members of the UN's International Maritime Organization that it will allow non-hostile ships to pass through the Strait of Hormuz. This announcement was reported by the Financial Tim...
Joost Groen (26) runs to raise awareness for people with skin conditions, like himself: ‘You always see people staring’
Joost Groen, a 26-year-old from Haarlem, will participate in the 12-kilometer Zandvoort Circuit Run on March 29 to raise awareness for people living with serious skin diseases. Having lived with a rar...
Exit poll: Frederiksen’s party largest in Danish election
Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen's Social Democratic party has emerged as the largest in Denmark's parliamentary elections, according to exit polls. Despite this lead, the left-wing bloc currently lac...
Explainer | What stood out at the start of Ali B's appeal: 'He was emotional and calm'
Trump emphasizes US is in talks with Iran
U.S. President Donald Trump has announced that the United States is currently engaged in positive discussions with Iran to reach a new agreement. He stated that the talks are going well and expressed ...
No train service at Station Zuid during multiple periods in April and May
Train traffic at Amsterdam Zuid station will be suspended during several periods in April and May due to construction work on a wider station passage and a new cycling tunnel. These works are part of ...
Bolsonaro to serve remainder of sentence under house arrest
Former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro has been granted permission to serve the remainder of his 27-year prison sentence under house arrest. Bolsonaro was convicted in September for plotting a coup...
Brian Brobbey reveals secret behind remarkable fitness: 'I brought my own chef from Amsterdam'
Brian Brobbey revealed that his peak physical condition is due to hiring a personal chef from Amsterdam to support his career in England. The Dutch striker's fitness became a topic of discussion after...
Expats James (55) and Billy (33) lay floors for people who can’t: ‘We are guests in Amsterdam. This is our way of giving back’
War is like fire. Through the centuries, almost nothing changes
This article discusses the enduring nature of warfare by examining various literary works, from ancient Chinese strategy to modern accounts of conflict. It features perspectives from authors such as T...
3.5-year prison sentence demanded for arson at Stay@Jumelet in IJmuiden; Prosecutor: 'Life-threatening situation that could have resulted in deaths and injuries'
Prosecutors have demanded a three-and-a-half-year prison sentence for a 34-year-old man accused of setting fire to the Stay@Jumelet building in IJmuiden last September. The suspect allegedly spread ga...
Caprera Park temporarily closed after dog's death
Wandelpark Caprera in Bloemendaal has been temporarily closed following the death of a dog from Weil's disease, also known as leptospirosis. Local authorities are investigating the popular off-leash a...
Reality series The Hanslers gets second season, release date not yet clear
The reality series De Hanslers will return for a second season on the Dutch television channel SBS6. A specific release date for the upcoming season has not yet been announced.
