Dutch News in English

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

Yoorim (31) from South Korea has lived in Amsterdam for 5 years: 'Giving birth at home without pain relief is the ultimate integration'
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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'
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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?’
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‘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’
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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
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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...

Jordi Cruyff brings new momentum to Ajax, but also increased financial risk
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Jordi Cruyff brings new momentum to Ajax, but also increased financial risk

Dj Tjade’s Amsterdam: ‘When I need a breather, I go to Boothuis to look at the water’
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Dj Tjade’s Amsterdam: ‘When I need a breather, I go to Boothuis to look at the water’

The long-hidden problem of Romanian human trafficking in the Red Light District is suddenly in the spotlight
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The long-hidden problem of Romanian human trafficking in the Red Light District is suddenly in the spotlight

For Carla Kogelman, the camera is her ticket to connection: ‘As a photographer, I have to reveal something of myself too’
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For Carla Kogelman, the camera is her ticket to connection: ‘As a photographer, I have to reveal something of myself too’

For top chef John Fagel (1930-2010), no nouvelle cuisine but the cooking of the French countryside, with a stick of butter per guest
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For top chef John Fagel (1930-2010), no nouvelle cuisine but the cooking of the French countryside, with a stick of butter per guest

Student Elena: ‘I’ve been waiting four years for my big moment: the day Ajax becomes champion again’
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Student Elena: ‘I’ve been waiting four years for my big moment: the day Ajax becomes champion again’

These were the best-selling books at Scheltema this week
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These were the best-selling books at Scheltema this week

Pop group KATSEYE sees another member step back due to mental health issues
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Pop group KATSEYE sees another member step back due to mental health issues

Sophia, a member of the popular girl group KATSEYE, has announced a temporary break from activities to prioritize her mental health and well-being. This follows a similar decision previously made by a...

Late actor Sam Neill to star in upcoming The Legend of Zelda movie
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Late actor Sam Neill to star in upcoming The Legend of Zelda movie

New Zealand actor Sam Neill participated in the filming of the upcoming The Legend of Zelda movie before his passing last month. Production for the film concluded during the spring.

Lindsey Buckingham and Fleetwood Mac relationship improved by documentary
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Lindsey Buckingham and Fleetwood Mac relationship improved by documentary

The upcoming Fleetwood Mac documentary has helped improve the relationship between guitarist Lindsey Buckingham and the rest of the band members. Buckingham shared in an interview that the process of ...

Children's book author Kevin Hassing (41) shares his three favorite queer hotspots: 'Being queer is not just about going out at night'
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Children's book author Kevin Hassing (41) shares his three favorite queer hotspots: 'Being queer is not just about going out at night'

At the Slavery Monument, three 80-year-old beech trees are fighting for their lives due to persistent drought: 'Sad if they are gone soon'
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At the Slavery Monument, three 80-year-old beech trees are fighting for their lives due to persistent drought: 'Sad if they are gone soon'

New youth series unravels stories about iconic artists like a detective
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New youth series unravels stories about iconic artists like a detective

Julian Brandt could have joined clubs worldwide: But Ajax and Jordi kept playing on my mind
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Julian Brandt could have joined clubs worldwide: But Ajax and Jordi kept playing on my mind

German footballer Julian Brandt decided to join Ajax as a free agent despite interest from clubs worldwide. He chose the Amsterdam club to take on the challenge of helping with their reconstruction.

Filmmaker Jikkie Schelling (28) prefers working early in the morning while the city sleeps: 'It feels like a liminal space that is all mine'
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Filmmaker Jikkie Schelling (28) prefers working early in the morning while the city sleeps: 'It feels like a liminal space that is all mine'