Dutch News in English

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

Public can follow Bonnie Tyler's funeral online and on screens
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Public can follow Bonnie Tyler's funeral online and on screens

Fans will be able to watch the funeral of Bonnie Tyler live on August 17 via the singer's website. Additionally, large screens will be installed outside the church in Swansea, Wales, to allow the publ...

Ajax presents new away kit with bus on Elandsgracht: "The color suits me well"
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Ajax presents new away kit with bus on Elandsgracht: "The color suits me well"

Ajax has unveiled its new away kit with an event on the Elandsgracht in Amsterdam. The team will debut the new shirt during their match against the Serbian club FK Vojvodina.

Fast-track justice is such a relief compared to slow-motion justice
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Fast-track justice is such a relief compared to slow-motion justice

Students break into common areas of Amsterdam-East residential complex and vandalize property in protest against landlord Duwo
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Students break into common areas of Amsterdam-East residential complex and vandalize property in protest against landlord Duwo

Through public transport gates without scanning in the future? GVB conducts 'promising' trial
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Through public transport gates without scanning in the future? GVB conducts 'promising' trial

GVB has successfully tested a new hands-free check-in system for public transport fare gates using ultra-wideband technology at Amsterdam Central Station. The trial demonstrated that this method is ac...

Amsterdam stock exchange misses out on listing of spun-off Unilever unit
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Amsterdam stock exchange misses out on listing of spun-off Unilever unit

Unilever's divested food division will be listed on the London Stock Exchange instead of the Amsterdam exchange. The American company McCormick, which is acquiring a significant portion of Unilever's ...

Oil price back above 100 dollars per barrel, the Netherlands feels it at the pump
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Oil price back above 100 dollars per barrel, the Netherlands feels it at the pump

The price of Brent crude oil has risen above 100 dollars per barrel, leading to an immediate increase in fuel costs across the Netherlands. As a result, the price of a liter of Euro95 gasoline has rea...

Three questions about gas generators: how can a grid operator choose gas right now?
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Three questions about gas generators: how can a grid operator choose gas right now?

Although the Netherlands is transitioning away from gas, grid operators in the Utrecht region are planning to use gas generators to produce electricity. This article addresses the apparent contradicti...

Expensive equipment stolen from NOS reporters' cars at Tour de France
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Expensive equipment stolen from NOS reporters' cars at Tour de France

NOS reporters covering the Tour de France fell victim to a car break-in overnight from Wednesday to Thursday, resulting in the theft of expensive equipment. The broadcaster has requested assistance fr...

Harry van Raam (1937-2026), owner of artist café De Gelaghkamer and Ramses Shaffy's second home, has died
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Harry van Raam (1937-2026), owner of artist café De Gelaghkamer and Ramses Shaffy's second home, has died

Robbie Williams addresses incident: 'Not a peppermint, but a nicotine lozenge'
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Robbie Williams addresses incident: 'Not a peppermint, but a nicotine lozenge'

British singer Robbie Williams has clarified that the white object which fell out of his mouth during a recent German television interview was a nicotine tablet, not a mint. He addressed the incident ...

Oleksii (31) fights on the front lines in Ukraine and visits Amsterdam with his wife Antonia (30) during leave: It is nice to relax, but it is also bittersweet
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Oleksii (31) fights on the front lines in Ukraine and visits Amsterdam with his wife Antonia (30) during leave: It is nice to relax, but it is also bittersweet

You don't have to fit into one relationship: Linda de Munck on solo polyamory during WorldPride
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You don't have to fit into one relationship: Linda de Munck on solo polyamory during WorldPride

Sex influencer Linda de Munck discusses solo polyamory during WorldPride, highlighting the importance of personal freedom and authenticity in relationships. She advocates for the right to shape one's ...

Loveseats in the boxes and LED lighting for ambiance: Tuschinski reopens main auditorium after large-scale renovation
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Loveseats in the boxes and LED lighting for ambiance: Tuschinski reopens main auditorium after large-scale renovation

ECB leaves key interest rates unchanged amid Iran war jitters
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ECB leaves key interest rates unchanged amid Iran war jitters

The European Central Bank has decided to keep its key interest rate at 2.25 percent following a previous increase in June. This decision allows policymakers additional time to evaluate how rising ener...

Mattress catches fire in elevator: apartment building in Haarlem evacuated
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Mattress catches fire in elevator: apartment building in Haarlem evacuated

An apartment building on Clothildestraat in Haarlem was evacuated this afternoon after a mattress caught fire in an elevator on the sixth floor. No injuries were reported, and firefighters are current...

Reporter Daan Sutorius tells you everything about Vojvodina-Ajax: Leonardo could make his debut
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Reporter Daan Sutorius tells you everything about Vojvodina-Ajax: Leonardo could make his debut

Renovated fixer-upper increased in value by nearly half last year
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Renovated fixer-upper increased in value by nearly half last year

Renovated fixer-upper homes in the Netherlands saw an average value increase of 178,000 euros last year. According to the NVM real estate association, this represents a value growth of nearly 50 perce...

Police intercept 800 kilos of cocaine in van at Amsterdam port, five suspects arrested
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Police intercept 800 kilos of cocaine in van at Amsterdam port, five suspects arrested

British Prime Minister cuts taxes for pubs, clubs and music venues
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British Prime Minister cuts taxes for pubs, clubs and music venues

The new British Prime Minister Andy Burnham has announced a 20 percent tax reduction for pubs, clubs, and music venues across England. This measure is expected to benefit 32,000 businesses, providing ...