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

Dutch business sector joins forces to hire 13,500 refugees
Large Dutch companies associated with the Tent Nederland coalition hired 13,500 status holders and asylum seekers last year. These positions included both permanent roles and temporary employment cont...
With the artwork Light Echo you travel through the tunnel to the rhythm of the city
Student Jaël (15): 'People only want to visit my neighborhood in Amsterdam Southeast now that it is being remade for white people'
Boys I used to play football against are now playing for the Brazil national team
My home alone has increased in value by 70,000 euros: professor sees a way out for the stalled Zuidasdok megaproject
Muna is now in the World Fashion Centre: 'When there was no thrift store nearby, you saw so much stuff ending up on the street'
Majority of House of Representatives fed up with Ongehoord Nederland: broadcaster no longer belongs in public system
A majority of the Dutch House of Representatives has expressed that the broadcaster Ongehoord Nederland no longer belongs in the public broadcasting system. Political parties including D66, VVD, CDA, ...
Spot the differences: 1932 and 2026
A funeral gondola in Venice and a father wanting to return to De Pijp: ten books to look forward to this autumn
Incomprehensible, after the commotion surrounding Lisa’s death: cyclists complain about quiet and remote detour route between Arena area and Amsterdam
Here in Amsterdam you can eat oysters for less than 2.50 euros
Spanish and Argentine fans in Amsterdam prepare for World Cup final: ‘If there is one country that doesn't get rattled, it’s us’
Damen at risk of losing another major order: Belgium seeks different builder for frigates
Shipbuilder Damen, based in Vlissingen, faces the loss of a multi-billion euro contract after the Belgian Minister of Defence announced plans to seek an alternative manufacturer for two frigates. This...

Heatwaves hardly lead to staff absenteeism
Despite warnings from unions regarding the health risks of working in high temperatures, employees in sectors such as construction and hospitality are largely unaffected by heatwaves. Most employers h...

Tens of thousands of Magic card game fans at the RAI: It is a bit nerdy
The international MagicCon festival is taking place this weekend at the RAI in Amsterdam, drawing approximately 20,000 Magic: The Gathering fans from around the world. The event features intense card ...

Weesp now has a Pride boat parade too: "I used to feel like the only gay in the village"
The town of Weesp celebrated its first Pride boat parade, featuring a small procession of boats to promote visibility and acceptance. Organizers from the Rainbow Weesp foundation held the event to ali...
Childhood trauma, an accident or just a bad day: not all trauma is the same, expert explains
This article explores the diverse definitions and types of trauma, ranging from psychological experiences like childhood neglect or war-related PTSD to physical injuries. An expert answers five key qu...

The 1975 frontman Matty Healy marries model Gabbriette Bechtel
Matty Healy, the lead singer of The 1975, has married model Gabbriette Bechtel. Representatives for the couple confirmed the news following the circulation of wedding photos and videos on social media...

Madonna and Justin Bieber fight for a moment in eleven-minute World Cup show
The World Cup final between Spain and Argentina will feature an eleven-minute musical performance by artists including Madonna and Shakira. This show is scheduled to interrupt the match for 25 minutes...