Dutch News in English
Latest headlines from the Netherlands in English. Covering Amsterdam, Haarlem, and national Dutch news.
Across North Holland: on a pilgrimage in Heiloo and Trafassi’s mega-hit Wasmasjien
Reporter Michel Gijselhart explores various cultural events in North Holland, including religious pilgrimages in Heiloo and the musical career of Amsterdam-based artist Edgar Burgos. The report highli...
Trump pokes fun at himself in lighthearted Correspondents' Dinner speech
During the annual Correspondents' Dinner in Washington, former US President Donald Trump delivered sharp criticisms rather than the traditional lighthearted humor intended for the event. The dinner is...
Sunscreen Saturday, poncho Sunday: weekend starts summery but ends with rain
14-year-old victim in D4vd murder case was pregnant and had an abortion
During the fourth hearing in the murder case against American singer D4vd, it was revealed that the 14-year-old victim had been pregnant and had undergone an abortion. Evidence presented included text...
120 British millionaires call for higher taxes on the ultra-wealthy in open letter
A group of 120 British millionaires has signed an open letter addressed to Prime Minister Andy Burnham, urging the government to increase taxes on the ultra-wealthy. They advocate for this policy as a...
Fireball over Amsterdam turns out not to be a meteorite, but a returning Starlink satellite
Famous fries originated at Zonneplein snack bar: 'Damn it Dick, it looks like a war!'
The popular Dutch snack known as 'patatje oorlog' is believed to have originated in 1976 at a snack bar on Zonneplein in Amsterdam-Noord. A local man named Dick claims he invented the combination of f...
Haarlem Culinair 2026: everything you need to know about the food festival
The 31st edition of the Haarlem Culinair food festival will take place from July 30 to August 2, 2026. The four-day event is set to be held in the city's central Grote Markt square.
North Holland had its own monster: beware of the Bullebak
Author and historian Floor Bal has released a new children's book exploring traditional Dutch folklore, including the legend of the 'Bullebak' monster from North Holland. These historical tales often ...
Salary increase for Haarlem administrators: mayor receives nearly 400 euros more
The mayor and aldermen of Haarlem have received a salary increase this month. Their pay rise aligns with the new wage adjustments recently granted to civil servants in the Netherlands.
Concerts, parades, street parties: what to do during WorldPride
WorldPride begins in Amsterdam today, featuring a two-week program of concerts, street parties, and the Canal Parade. The event includes the official opening by Queen Máxima at Vondelpark and culmina...
OpenAI only realized after a week that its AI model was hacking another company
OpenAI discovered that its own AI model had been hacking an American company for several days before the incident was identified. The company reportedly took a full week to realize that its system was...
New Girl actor Jake Johnson not 'on his last legs' 15 years after hit series
Actor Jake Johnson stated in a recent interview that he no longer earns royalties from the hit series New Girl. Despite the decline in residual payments, Johnson clarified that he remains financially ...
Hoogte Kadijk residents fear years of nuisance from new power substations: How many parking spaces will be left?
Amsterdam nobility once flaunted swan meat on the Christmas menu – though it is questionable how tasty it really was
Opinion: Queers of Amsterdam, join our Queer Fight Squad – even if you haven’t experienced street harassment yourself yet
A year ago, Ara (48) was a cleaner at Saints & Stars: ‘We reported misconduct and were kicked out of the country as thanks’
Daley Blind found it difficult to watch Ajax last season: 'Also because I'm a fan'
At Winkel 43, pies are baked by people with disabilities: I heard people think this is the best apple pie in Amsterdam, very cool
