Dutch News in English
Latest headlines from the Netherlands in English. Covering Amsterdam, Haarlem, and national Dutch news.
Lightsaber from legendary Luke, I am your father scene auctioned
A lightsaber prop from the famous Star Wars reveal scene is being auctioned by Heritage Auctions and is expected to sell for about 1 million dollars. The auction also features numerous other items fro...
DNB president continues to push for abolition of mortgage interest deduction
De Nederlandsche Bank President Sleijpen has reiterated his call for the complete abolition of the mortgage interest deduction in the Netherlands, arguing it no longer serves an economic purpose. He c...
What we know about the Amsterdam suspects in the Overasselt shooting
Eight men from Amsterdam have been identified as suspects in an early morning attack on a residence in Overasselt that occurred on September 1. Authorities are currently investigating the backgrounds ...
Review: Group of artists show the price of belonging at Wayward Sanctuaries
The exhibition Wayward Sanctuaries showcases how artists explore the concept of home through personal relationships and bicultural identities. The featured works highlight the complexities of finding ...
On the role of money in football: the reports on Dolberg's cruciate ligament were distressing
Yesilgöz surprises with Russia policy, but how wise is it?
The Dutch cabinet is struggling to maintain cohesion as a minority government, facing legislative gridlock on issues like box 3 taxes. Meanwhile, Justice Minister Dilan Yesilgöz has created uncertain...
Children's Book Week gift and picture book reach highest circulation in ten years
The Kinderboekenweek has achieved its highest circulation in a decade with over 400,000 copies of its featured books produced. Record sales and a strong presence in the Bestseller 60 list suggest a gr...
New setback for housing in Amsterdam-Noord: Parliament supports preservation of Damen shipyard
Plans for a major residential development in Amsterdam-Noord are currently stalled because the Dutch parliament voted to keep the site as a protected industrial zone for the Damen shipyard. While the ...
Stolen Renoir artworks worth 9 million euros have been recovered
Two stolen Renoir paintings valued at up to 10 million euros have been recovered in good condition following a museum burglary. French police have arrested five suspects, including two identified as t...
Suspect Amir B. describes in interrogation how he was recruited for ‘Overasselt army’: ‘They asked: who has ever killed someone?’
Suspect Amir B. revealed during his interrogation how he and other young men from various European countries were recruited to carry out a violent home invasion in Overasselt. The attackers claim they...
EU and China reach agreement on hybrid car export restrictions
The European Union and China have successfully negotiated an agreement to restrict the export of plug-in hybrid vehicles to Europe. This decision follows a dramatic increase in Chinese hybrid imports,...
Bicycle brands Batavus, Koga and Babboe relaunch
Bicycle brands Batavus, Koga, and Babboe are set for a restart after being acquired by Dutech following the bankruptcy of parent company Accell. The deal includes the company's IT infrastructure, its ...
US imposes sanctions on ‘rogue’ ICC: new diplomatic row looms
The United States has imposed new sanctions on the International Criminal Court in The Hague, labeling the institution a rogue entity and seeking to halt its operations. In response, the Dutch governm...
US pushes ahead with sanctions and aims to cripple 'rogue' ICC, risking new diplomatic row
The United States has imposed new sanctions against the International Criminal Court in The Hague, aiming to disrupt its operations and prevent the prosecution of American citizens. In response, the N...
Ajax newcomers may debut against NEC, full-backs and veterans sidelined
Ajax newcomers Yves Bissouma and Simon Adingra may debut against NEC as the team deals with several injury setbacks. Key players including full-backs Anton Gaaei and Caio Henrique, as well as veterans...
EU selects 46 raw materials projects to reduce dependence on China
The European Commission has launched 46 projects across sixteen countries to reduce reliance on China for vital raw materials like lithium and copper. These initiatives, supported by prioritized permi...
Podcast | This is why Peter Pannekoek took a jab at Samson and the hitmaker speaks out
This article serves as an introduction to the latest episode of the entertainment podcast De Achterklap, hosted by Lara Zevenberg, Michiel Vos, and Roos de Ridder. The hosts discuss current entertainm...
Haarlem traffic artery closed: Schipholweg shut to car traffic
The Schipholweg in Haarlem is closed to car traffic until October 12 to allow for the construction of a bicycle basement at the new Spaarnepoort bus station. While motorists must follow posted diversi...
Topsport Amsterdam office unusable after Olympic Stadium fire
Topsport Amsterdam faces a five-month displacement after a fire in the Olympic Stadium's parking garage caused significant soot and smoke damage to its offices. Despite the facility closure, the organ...
Prince Andrew receives damages after early lease termination
Prince Andrew has secured compensation after his housing contract was terminated decades early, though he previously faced a large fee for property maintenance. Meanwhile, a judge has declared that th...