Dutch News in English
Latest headlines from the Netherlands in English. Covering Amsterdam, Haarlem, and national Dutch news.
Boy slightly injured after cycling into a taut cord
A boy sustained minor injuries after cycling into a rope intentionally stretched across a street in Zandvoort on Friday night. Local authorities have condemned the act, and the police have launched an...
After Tina Turner and Mariah Carey, Whitney Houston also gets her own Barbie doll
Toy manufacturer Mattel has released a new Barbie doll modeled after singer Whitney Houston. The doll is inspired by her iconic look from the 1987 music video for her hit song 'I Wanna Dance With Some...
Full of Amsterdam bravado, Ajax kicks off the season in Zwolle
Ajax begins its Eredivisie season with a match against PEC Zwolle today. Coming off three consecutive Conference League victories, the Amsterdam-based team enters the game with high confidence under c...
Hospitality sector responds to growing demand for non-alcoholic drinks
Non-alcoholic beverages are becoming increasingly popular in the Netherlands, particularly among younger generations who are prioritizing healthier lifestyles. This consumer shift is significantly inf...
Have you seen Binkie, Kaya, or Frenkie? These 10 pets are missing in Haarlem
Ten pets have gone missing in Haarlem over the past week, prompting an appeal for the public's assistance in locating them. Residents are encouraged to report any sightings of animals such as Binkie, ...
From the Magic of the Zeedijk to B&B Vol Liefde: what you could read about Amsterdam this week
This week's highlights in Amsterdam included stories about a local resident moving to Ibiza, a charming house in Durgerdam, and reflections on WorldPride. Additionally, the week featured coverage of a...
More STIs in summer, with gonorrhea and syphilis making a comeback: what to look out for
Health officials in the Netherlands are reporting a rise in sexually transmitted infections, particularly gonorrhea and syphilis, as social activity increases during the summer months. General practit...
Police seek identity of man found dead in water with distinctive ring and compass
Police in Amsterdam are seeking the identity of a deceased man found in the water near the Westelijke Merwedekanaaldijk on August 3. The man, estimated to be between 40 and 60 years old, was found wit...
Eclipse glasses on! Watch the solar eclipse from this Amsterdam rooftop
On Wednesday, August 12, a partial solar eclipse will be visible over Amsterdam. Viewers are encouraged to head to rooftops in the city to observe the celestial event alongside the Perseid meteor show...
Why Terschelling is heaven for food lovers
Terschelling offers a diverse range of local food products, including sea lavender and wild Wadden Sea oysters. Travel journalist Hans Avontuur highlights the island's culinary scene by visiting vario...
Burritos, tacos and bowls: Salsa Shop opens first location in Haarlem
Mexican restaurant chain Salsa Shop has opened its first location in Haarlem on the Kruisstraat. This new establishment marks the nineteenth branch of the chain to open in the Netherlands.
Gossip blogger Perez Hilton remains in serious but stable condition
American gossip blogger Perez Hilton remains in serious but stable condition following his hospitalization last week. He was admitted after self-inflicting injuries with a knife during a live broadcas...
Anna (83) grew up in the most beautiful house in Enschede
Anna, an 83-year-old woman from a prominent textile family in Enschede, reflects on her marriage to Egbert, which united two rival business families from the Twente region. The union marked a signific...
Line dancing is the new hit in Amsterdam: "Finally, there's room for country"
American-style line dancing is gaining significant popularity in Amsterdam, led by instructor Riley McGann. Participants from across the country are attending these sold-out classes, which offer a mod...
Paramount promises to release thirty films per year after acquisition
Paramount and Skydance have agreed to commit to producing thirty theatrical films annually following their merger. This commitment is being formalized through agreements with the two largest cinema ch...
Ajax beats Rangers to reach Champions League third qualifying round
In pictures | WorldPride in Amsterdam concludes with colorful Pride March
The WorldPride event in Amsterdam concluded on Saturday with its traditional Pride March. The colorful parade drew participants to the city, and highlights of the festivities have been documented in a...
Economic powerhouse Germany loses 15,000 jobs per month: what does this mean for the Netherlands?
Germany's manufacturing sector is currently shedding 15,000 jobs per month across the automotive and machinery industries. This economic downturn in Germany is expected to have significant repercussio...
Man injured in stabbing on Nieuwezijds Voorburgwal
A man was injured in a suspected stabbing incident on the Nieuwezijds Voorburgwal in Amsterdam city center on the evening of the incident. Emergency services were deployed to the scene and the victim ...
Herman (73) passed cancer gene to daughters: 'If I had known, I might never have had children'
Herman Hopman and his daughter Ivonne are raising awareness about the hereditary BRCA1 gene mutation after discovering he passed it on to his children. They urge families with a history of cancer to s...