Dutch News in English
Latest headlines from the Netherlands in English. Covering Amsterdam, Haarlem, and national Dutch news.
Two boats destroyed in fire at Erasmusgracht
Two boats were destroyed in a fire at the Erasmusgracht in Amsterdam early this morning. No injuries were reported, and authorities currently have no evidence of arson.
If Amsterdam is unable to protect the National Monument on Dam Square, let’s move it
These are Ajax's potential opponents for this afternoon's Conference League draw
Documentary Boom in Amsterdam airs tonight on AT5
Agnes de Ruijter's documentary 'Boom in Amsterdam,' which highlights the vital importance of trees in the city amidst rising temperatures and climate change, will be broadcast tonight on AT5. The film...
Roadworks in Haarlem: keep this in mind this week (August 3 - August 10)
Multiple road construction projects are taking place across Haarlem from August 3 to August 10. These works, affecting areas such as the Gedempte Oude Gracht and Wilsonplein, will result in partial cl...
So you want me to be poisoned, Mr. Van Vleugelen says accusingly to Doctor Rutger
Doctor Rutger warns of the significant health risks associated with illegal weight loss supplements. Despite the high demand for quick weight loss solutions, patients often disregard the danger posed ...
Radio DJ Ingrid Jansen is engaged: 'Secretly fantasized about it for years'
Radio DJ Ingrid Jansen announced on Instagram that she is engaged to her partner, Daan. The proposal took place during their trip to the south of France.
Man with gunshot wounds found in Amsterdam Southeast, police looking for suspect
Man wounded in shooting in Southeast
A man was injured in a shooting that occurred overnight on Gulden Kruis street in Amsterdam Zuidoost. The victim was transported to the hospital in non-critical condition, and police have launched an ...
Shell sells European onshore renewable energy business
Shell has announced the sale of all its European onshore renewable energy operations to TotalEnergies. The oil company confirmed the decision on Monday.
Largest bank takeover in years completed as ABN AMRO acquires NIBC Bank
ABN AMRO has officially completed the acquisition of NIBC Bank, marking one of the largest banking takeovers in recent years. Customers of NIBC will not experience any immediate changes following the ...
PostNL delivers fewer parcels, mainly due to decline from Asia
PostNL reported a decline in parcel deliveries during the first half of the year, driven primarily by a reduction in orders from Asian webshops. Additionally, the volume of letters and postcards conti...
John Williams is co-owner of coffee shop in Gouda: 'It gives so much energy'
Presenter John Williams has opened a coffee shop called Nieuwe Buren in Gouda, where he personally assists with service. The business focuses on providing support and employment opportunities for indi...
Highly thoughtful Zomergasten guest Nasrah Habiballah makes a compelling case for neutral journalism
Phil Collins' children almost said goodbye after his hospitalization
Phil Collins revealed in an interview with The Sunday Times that his children feared for his life in 2024 following a hospitalization due to excessive alcohol consumption. The 75-year-old singer discu...
Forced transfer at Surinameplein frustrates tram passengers: ‘Can’t they coordinate the schedules?’
Joan of Arc sells clothing, ceramics, and curios from Japan and Mexico: ‘Amsterdammers have a hunger for something unique’
It is painful that your social life changes drastically when your income drops
Working past retirement age becomes the norm in collective labor agreements: 'How valuable are you still?'
Working beyond the official retirement age is becoming increasingly common in collective labor agreements across the Netherlands. By the first half of 2026, eleven collective agreements have already e...
