Dutch News in English

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

Between cheese, candy and hemp seeds: Amsterdam streetwear label La Fam now has its own store on the Nieuwendijk
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Between cheese, candy and hemp seeds: Amsterdam streetwear label La Fam now has its own store on the Nieuwendijk

Fish in the IJsselmeer are thriving: Nothing was swimming there in 2014
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Fish in the IJsselmeer are thriving: Nothing was swimming there in 2014

Ridden and groped: bronze bull on Beursplein symbolises optimism and rising stock prices
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Ridden and groped: bronze bull on Beursplein symbolises optimism and rising stock prices

In Venice, the waste boat is normal, but a change ten years ago really helped against litter: 'The seagulls pecked everything open'
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In Venice, the waste boat is normal, but a change ten years ago really helped against litter: 'The seagulls pecked everything open'

Benches on Purmerplein in North created vibrancy, but strict rules now ban their use
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Benches on Purmerplein in North created vibrancy, but strict rules now ban their use

Annemarie (32) earns 2395 euros and lives with her boyfriend in the house her father bought for her: 'I know I'm lucky'
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Annemarie (32) earns 2395 euros and lives with her boyfriend in the house her father bought for her: 'I know I'm lucky'

French top chef Jean Imbert arrested for domestic violence against partner
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French top chef Jean Imbert arrested for domestic violence against partner

French celebrity chef Jean Imbert has been arrested and is currently being questioned by police regarding allegations of domestic violence against multiple partners. The investigation into the chef's ...

How camera surveillance works in the Delflandplein neighborhood: drug user fined nearly 500 euros
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How camera surveillance works in the Delflandplein neighborhood: drug user fined nearly 500 euros

Surveillance cameras in the Delflandpleinbuurt neighborhood of Amsterdam have led to the fining of a drug user caught consuming hard drugs in public. Local authorities and police report ongoing challe...

Ajax fans show old-school ambition at open day: "The treble must be achievable"
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Ajax fans show old-school ambition at open day: "The treble must be achievable"

Thousands of supporters gathered at the Johan Cruijff Arena in Amsterdam for Ajax's annual open day to witness the presentation of the men's and women's squads. Fans expressed high ambitions for the u...

Large wildfire near Overveen dunes, part of campsite evacuated
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Large wildfire near Overveen dunes, part of campsite evacuated

A large brush fire broke out in the dunes near Overveen, prompting emergency services to respond and partially evacuate a nearby campsite as a precaution. Firefighters are currently working to control...

Tailor-made tactics, extensions and a warm welcome: how Míchel plans to forge a winning team from stars brought to Ajax by Cruijff
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Tailor-made tactics, extensions and a warm welcome: how Míchel plans to forge a winning team from stars brought to Ajax by Cruijff

European markets gain after reports of Middle East negotiations
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European markets gain after reports of Middle East negotiations

European stock markets closed with significant gains on Monday, driven by a drop in oil prices following hopes for new negotiations in the Middle East. President Donald Trump announced that talks with...

Noa Lang back to Ajax? Napoli forward deemed surplus to requirements a candidate to replace Mika Godts
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Noa Lang back to Ajax? Napoli forward deemed surplus to requirements a candidate to replace Mika Godts

Noa Lang is being considered for a return to Ajax to replace Mika Godts. Technical director Jordi Cruijff has identified the 27-year-old winger as a primary candidate for the position.

Queer choirs from around the world at the Concertgebouw: We want to show the diversity of Taiwan
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Queer choirs from around the world at the Concertgebouw: We want to show the diversity of Taiwan

The second edition of the Choir Festival is taking place at the Concertgebouw in Amsterdam, featuring eight queer choirs from around the world. The participating groups, including choirs from the Unit...

Queer choirs from around the world at the Concertgebouw: "We want to show the diversity of Taiwan"
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Queer choirs from around the world at the Concertgebouw: "We want to show the diversity of Taiwan"

The Concertgebouw in Amsterdam is hosting the second edition of an international queer choir festival featuring eight groups from around the world. The performers aim to celebrate diversity and promot...

Long traffic jams and even a missed funeral: Leimuiderbrug breaks down three times this weekend
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Long traffic jams and even a missed funeral: Leimuiderbrug breaks down three times this weekend

The Leimuiderbrug experienced multiple technical failures this past weekend, causing significant traffic congestion for motorists and delays for boat traffic on the Ringvaart. Local residents have exp...

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No trains between Amsterdam Central and Sloterdijk due to broken overhead wires

Madonna releases new remix with Kylie Minogue after joint Pride performance
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Madonna releases new remix with Kylie Minogue after joint Pride performance

Pop icons Madonna and Kylie Minogue are releasing a new remix of the song Love Sensation this Friday. The track follows their joint performance of the song during the WorldPride event in Amsterdam.

Amazon worth more than three trillion dollars for the first time
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Amazon worth more than three trillion dollars for the first time

Amazon has reached a market capitalization of over three trillion dollars for the first time. The company joins other major tech firms, including Nvidia, Alphabet, Microsoft, and Apple, in reaching th...

US strikes deal with companies to triple Patriot missile production
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US strikes deal with companies to triple Patriot missile production

The United States Department of Defense has reached an agreement with Lockheed Martin and Northrop Grumman to triple the production of Patriot missiles. This initiative aims to increase the manufactur...