Dutch News in English
Latest headlines from the Netherlands in English. Covering Amsterdam, Haarlem, and national Dutch news.

Car rolls from parking lot into the water at furniture district
A car rolled into the water at a furniture boulevard in Cruquius this morning after the owner allegedly failed to properly engage the handbrake. No injuries were reported, but a specialized recovery t...
Schiphol unions threaten industrial action over security guard working conditions

AI videos exploit celebrities for overpriced Museum Night ticket scams
Scammers are using AI-generated videos of Dutch celebrities on TikTok to sell unauthorized and overpriced tickets for Amsterdam's Museumnacht. Stichting Museumnacht is taking action to have the fraudu...
Weekend tips: things to do in Amsterdam from August 14 to 16
This article highlights various cultural events, including circus performances, reggae music, and art exhibitions, happening in Amsterdam from August 14 to August 16. It serves as a guide for resident...
Opinion: 'This is your lucky day,' said the tourist while I was tinkering with my Saab on the Oudeschans

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Formula 1 in Zandvoort: traffic in Haarlem also affected
The final Formula 1 race in Zandvoort will take place from August 21 to August 23, attracting a large number of fans to the coastal area. This influx of visitors is expected to cause significant traff...

Zandvoort circuit being rapidly prepared for F1
Circuit Zandvoort is currently undergoing final preparations for the upcoming Dutch Grand Prix, which is expected to host up to 105,000 spectators. This event marks the final time the Formula 1 race w...

Norway's sovereign wealth fund reports record profit in first half of year
Norway's sovereign wealth fund reported a record profit for the first half of this year, driven largely by the rising value of technology stocks. The fund currently manages assets totaling more than 1...
Solar eclipse over Amsterdam: what you need to know about eclipse glasses and the best viewing spots

Hockey association investigates impact of watering ban on World Cup progress at Wagener Stadium
The Royal Dutch Hockey Association (KNHB) is investigating how a new daytime watering ban will impact the upcoming Hockey World Cup at the Wagener Stadion in Amsterdam. Local water authorities impleme...
46 reports of demolition and tree felling in Haarlem last week
Last week, the municipality of Haarlem processed 46 permit applications concerning demolition and tree felling. Of these applications, 45 were for projects within Haarlem and one was for Spaarndam.
Fake student housing ads increasingly hard to spot, says student union: ‘She had to transfer 1400 euros in advance’

Gas prices rising again due to uncertainty in the Middle East
Gasoline and diesel prices at pumps in the Netherlands are rising again due to ongoing geopolitical uncertainty in the Middle East. The lack of an agreement between Iran and the United States continue...
Dutch holidaymakers trapped: criminals hijack Booking.com chat to strike
Dutch holidaymakers using the Booking.com platform have fallen victim to a persistent fraud scheme where criminals hijack hotel chat conversations. Investigations reveal that approximately fifteen vic...

Heritage of the Week | Looking towards the Southeast
The 40th edition of Open Monumentendag in Amsterdam highlights heritage sites beyond the traditional canal houses, including an increasing number of monuments available for public viewing in the Zuido...

British The Office actress Lucy Davis (53) has terminal breast cancer
British actress Lucy Davis, known for her role in The Office, has announced that she is suffering from incurable breast cancer that has metastasized to her bones. The 53-year-old actress is currently ...
Remarkable: this Wednesday evening you will see not one but two aerial displays in Haarlem
Residents in Haarlem can witness two separate celestial events on Wednesday evening, starting with a solar eclipse. Viewers are encouraged to remain outside after the eclipse to observe a second spect...

Discover the secret gems of Oud-West
This article explores hidden gems and secret locations within the Oud-West neighborhood. It provides a guide for those interested in discovering lesser-known spots in this specific area of Amsterdam.

Margaret Qualley and Callum Turner to star in Possession thriller remake
Actors Margaret Qualley and Callum Turner will star in a remake of the 1981 thriller film Possession. The production is scheduled for release next summer.