Dutch News in English
Latest headlines from the Netherlands in English. Covering Amsterdam, Haarlem, and national Dutch news.
Kimberly (34) stops cleaning up litter in her Gein neighborhood: 'Apparently the area needs to deteriorate significantly before anything gets done'
Safer Spaces to offer WorldPride visitors help with discrimination: "100 reports already this weekend"
Following a significant rise in reports of discrimination during WorldPride, over 44 'Safer Spaces' are opening in Amsterdam to provide immediate support to the queer community. These locations, many ...
Abdellah Ouazane (17) shines in Ajax pre-season – it comes as no surprise in Morocco
Frank de Jonge becomes new director of Amsterdam-Amstelland Safety Region
Frank de Jonge has been appointed as the new director of the Veiligheidsregio Amsterdam-Amstelland, starting October 1. He will lead the organization alongside fire chief Steven van de Looij, overseei...
Ajax opponent Vojvodina appoints new coach shortly before return leg: Very difficult time to step in
Vojvodina has appointed Marko Savic as their new head coach ahead of their upcoming Conference League return match against Ajax. The 42-year-old Serbian replaces Miroslav Tanjga and will lead the team...
Apple market value breaks 5 trillion dollar mark
Apple's market capitalization has surpassed $5 trillion for the first time, joining chipmaker NVIDIA as the only companies to reach this valuation. Apple recently overtook NVIDIA to become the world's...
Designer Joost on the eternal fame of a banknote: It was truly a puzzle
Amsterdam-based designer Joost Grootens has been shortlisted to design the new euro banknote. He stated that while the project offers little financial gain, he is motivated by the prestige associated ...
Toy store at Staalmanplein in Slotervaart closed for six months after two explosions
'Unprecedented' drought set to cause pain: irrigation bans for farmers and saltwater intrusion for Boskoop growers
Severe drought conditions in the Netherlands have prompted officials to warn that upcoming water usage restrictions could significantly impact farmers and plant nurseries. Authorities are currently at...
ING scanner unable to handle new iDEAL technology
Starting in October, ING customers who rely exclusively on the bank's physical scanner will no longer be able to use iDEAL for online payments. The bank stated it cannot implement the technology requi...
Tech stocks fall worldwide amid growing doubts over AI hype
Global tech stocks are experiencing a significant decline as investor confidence in the artificial intelligence hype begins to wane. This downturn marks a sharp reversal from the earlier strong perfor...
You are not digital nomads, you are colonists: Balinese and Dutch people speak out after running club controversy
Gordon reaches goal for Men's Health: Not an Arnold Schwarzenegger body
The 58-year-old singer and presenter Gordon posed for the cover of Men's Health this Wednesday. He achieved his fitness goals through a strict diet and intense workout routine, though he noted he did ...
Over 24 hours in the air: new Airbus aircraft immediately sets unprecedented record
The first Airbus A350-1000ULR has set a record by completing a non-stop flight lasting over 24 hours. The aircraft traveled from Melbourne, Australia, to Toulouse, France, during this historic test fl...
9 ways to be well-prepared for the 2026 Canal Parade
The Canal Parade is scheduled to take place on Saturday, August 1, 2026. Attendees are encouraged to prepare by following specific guidelines regarding boat regulations and public conduct to ensure a ...
Sunny news: this will be the weather during the Canal Parade in Amsterdam
The weather forecast for the Canal Parade in Amsterdam on Saturday, August 1st, predicts sunny conditions with temperatures around 25 degrees Celsius. According to the KNMI, there is a low chance of r...
Where will you be standing? This is the route of the Amsterdam Canal Parade 2026
The Canal Parade is scheduled to take place on Saturday, August 1, 2026, traveling through the historic center of Amsterdam. The annual event, which is part of the Canal Pride celebrations, attracts h...
Hassan M. (19) shot old friend in shoulder and stomach in Nieuw-West and missed two others – prosecutors demand 8-year prison sentence
Judge corrects minister: decision on Lelystad Airport permit by 2027
A judge has ordered Agriculture Minister Jaimi van Essen to make a decision regarding the nature permit for Lelystad Airport by the end of this year. This ruling overturns the minister's previous plan...
Persistent heat puts pressure on Rhine freight transport
Persistent heat in Europe is causing water levels on the Rhine to drop to historic lows, severely impacting the transport of goods like coal and fuel. This situation is creating significant logistics ...