Dutch News in English
Latest headlines from the Netherlands in English. Covering Amsterdam, Haarlem, and national Dutch news.
Greek mythology suddenly popular in bookstores: The Odyssey attracts readers
The popularity of Greek mythology is rising as books about Odysseus see a surge in sales. Driven by interest outside of cinema, the epic 'The Odyssey' has entered the top ten bestsellers list alongsid...
Morgan Freeman overlooks mediocre scripts 'as long as they pay well'
Actor Morgan Freeman stated in a recent interview with The New York Times that he is willing to accept film roles even if the scripts are mediocre, provided the pay is sufficient. He openly acknowledg...
Four men arrested for burglary at Aalsmeer fire station following chase through Amsterdam
Ted Lasso actress enjoys Dutch lessons for the new season
Actress Hannah Waddingham shared that she enjoyed learning Dutch for her role as Rebecca in the new season of the series Ted Lasso. In the show, her character learns the language from her boyfriend, w...
US company prepares unauthorized oil drilling in Greenland
An American company has begun unauthorized preparations for oil test drilling in a protected area of Greenland. The Greenlandic government has issued a strong warning after the company landed machiner...
Motorist drives 150 km/h in city center and asks for a warning
Police in Amsterdam confiscated a car and a driver's license after they were caught driving 146 km/h in a 50 km/h zone. The driver, who was stopped as part of a Europe-wide speed enforcement campaign,...
Four suspects chased and arrested after yet another break-in at fire station
Police arrested four suspects following a high-speed chase that ended near Rembrandtpark in Amsterdam after a break-in at a fire station in Aalsmeer. The incident is part of a string of recent burglar...
Final day of World Pride arrives with protest march and closing concert
The final day of the two-week World Pride event in Amsterdam features a protest march from the President Kennedylaan to the Museumplein. The celebration concludes with a concert at the Pride Village, ...
Foodies and film lovers take note: Cinema Culinair comes to Haarlem
Cinema Culinair is coming to Haarlem, offering an immersive experience where audience members can eat the same food featured in the films they are watching. This event combines dining and cinema, allo...
Hoofddorpplein renovated with its own 'amphitheatre': "Amsterdam's calling card"
The Hoofddorpplein in Amsterdam has undergone a two-and-a-half-year renovation featuring a new amphitheater and seating area designed to improve community interaction. Funded by neighborhood budgets, ...
Object of my ex: ‘I fell incredibly in love, and that’s why my world collapsed’
Entrepreneur Bart van Olphen (Fish Tales): 'In Maarssen they thought: those arrogant Amsterdammers think they know everything better'
Sustainable businesses hit a wall due to congested power grid, causing Amsterdam to miss out on jobs and revenue
When the Vondel statue was unveiled, the city celebrated for three days
Yoorim (31) from South Korea has lived in Amsterdam for 5 years: 'Giving birth at home without pain relief is the ultimate integration'
Everyone wants to make Purmerplein the most beautiful square in Amsterdam, as long as no parking spaces are lost: 'The area has been made too car-friendly'
‘Huh, Daan,’ a friend behind me said, ‘is that a cock ring?’
How a box found in the Oudemanhuispoort gives an Amsterdam pianist her stage back: ‘Women’s careers from her time are barely visible’
Heatwave also hits wallets: spending drops by 4 percent, with rural areas staying home
During heatwaves, consumer spending in the Netherlands drops by 4 percent as residents tend to stay indoors. While rural citizens are more likely to stay home, urban dwellers frequently visit hospital...
