Dutch News in English

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

Ajax records friendly win over Olympiacos (1-0), FK Vojvodina awaits in the Conference League on Thursday
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Ajax records friendly win over Olympiacos (1-0), FK Vojvodina awaits in the Conference League on Thursday

Banning products from illegal Israeli settlements is (desired) symbolism
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Banning products from illegal Israeli settlements is (desired) symbolism

The Netherlands intends to ban products originating from Israeli settlements in the West Bank. While European consensus remains elusive, practical challenges regarding the identification and labeling ...

Nature club loses everything in fire: I feel like a part of me is missing, like I've been amputated
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Nature club loses everything in fire: I feel like a part of me is missing, like I've been amputated

A fire at a storage shed in Amsterdam's Sportpark Middenmeer has destroyed all equipment belonging to the volunteer nature organization 'Natuur, je beste buur'. Coordinator Els de Vos reported that es...

Ajax beats Olympiakos following late goal from substitute Oliver Edvardsen
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Ajax beats Olympiakos following late goal from substitute Oliver Edvardsen

Ajax defeated Olympiakos 1-0 in a friendly match held at Sportpark de Toekomst. Substitute Oliver Edvardsen scored the decisive goal late in the game to secure the victory for the Dutch side.

Ajax wins final exhibition match before start of European campaign, strong performance by Daley Blind
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Ajax wins final exhibition match before start of European campaign, strong performance by Daley Blind

Ajax defeated Olympiakos 1-0 in their final friendly match before facing FK Vojvodina in the Conference League qualification round. Daley Blind delivered a strong performance during the victory.

Reality series about Frans, Gerard and Wolter: we love watching folk singers
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Reality series about Frans, Gerard and Wolter: we love watching folk singers

Dutch singers Frans Bauer, Gerard Joling, and Wolter Kroes are opening up their private lives to camera crews for new reality series. The show aims to connect with viewers by highlighting the ordinary...

Wonderwall climbs back to number 2 in UK charts after thirty years thanks to World Cup
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Wonderwall climbs back to number 2 in UK charts after thirty years thanks to World Cup

The Oasis song 'Wonderwall' has reached number two on the British music charts, matching its original 1995 peak. The resurgence of the rock ballad is attributed to the ongoing influence of the World C...

Summer clothing is flying off the shelves: experts say these summer dresses are a must-have
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Summer clothing is flying off the shelves: experts say these summer dresses are a must-have

As summer sales begin, fashion experts have identified seven key dress trends that are currently popular. Consumers are encouraged to take advantage of the discounted prices to update their wardrobes ...

Large fire with heavy smoke in Amsterdam-Slotervaart apartment
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Large fire with heavy smoke in Amsterdam-Slotervaart apartment

A large fire broke out this afternoon in an apartment complex on Nachtwachtlaan in Amsterdam-Slotervaart. While the fire is now under control, emergency services advised nearby residents to keep doors...

Young Mona Keijzer was a tomboy, fearless and untamable: A very difficult teenager
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Young Mona Keijzer was a tomboy, fearless and untamable: A very difficult teenager

This article explores the childhood and early personality of Mona Keijzer, describing her as a strong-willed, fearless girl from Volendam who defied traditional expectations. It traces her journey fro...

Major fire with heavy smoke in Nieuw-West apartment building
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Major fire with heavy smoke in Nieuw-West apartment building

Molotov cocktails and death threats: AI rage now also targeting tech bosses
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Molotov cocktails and death threats: AI rage now also targeting tech bosses

CEOs of major AI companies, such as Sam Altman of OpenAI and Dario Amodei of Anthropic, are now under heavy security protection due to increasing public anger. These executives are facing threats and ...

Large fire with heavy smoke at Slotervaart apartment
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Large fire with heavy smoke at Slotervaart apartment

A large fire broke out this afternoon in an apartment building on Nachtwachtlaan in the Slotervaart neighborhood of Amsterdam. Emergency services responded to the scene, and while no injuries have bee...

Cost of mobile data while traveling drops due to new eSIM providers
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Cost of mobile data while traveling drops due to new eSIM providers

The rise of travel e-SIM providers is increasing competition and driving down roaming costs for mobile internet outside the EU. These digital alternatives are now offering larger data bundles and more...

Moulin Rouge! set flooded by sprinklers, shows cancelled
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Moulin Rouge! set flooded by sprinklers, shows cancelled

The set of the Moulin Rouge! musical in Utrecht was damaged on Friday after the sprinkler system was accidentally activated. Due to the incident, upcoming performances of the show have been canceled, ...

Janine Abbring has no regrets over commercial that cost her Wintergasten role
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Janine Abbring has no regrets over commercial that cost her Wintergasten role

Janine Abbring stated that she has no regrets about appearing in a commercial for an online bank, which previously cost her the opportunity to host the interview program Wintergasten. Although the sit...

Piet Hein Tunnel temporarily closed
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Piet Hein Tunnel temporarily closed

Gert had been director of his family business for years, then he was done: 'There had to be more in the world'
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Gert had been director of his family business for years, then he was done: 'There had to be more in the world'

After decades as the director of his family business, 58-year-old Gert decided to resign to travel and explore new experiences. He shared his story of taking on various side jobs in the Netherlands to...

Twenty years of nature conservation work goes up in flames after fire at Middenmeer sports park: ‘We will really have to start over’
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Twenty years of nature conservation work goes up in flames after fire at Middenmeer sports park: ‘We will really have to start over’

Heavy smoke and odor nuisance from scrap fire in Westpoort
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Heavy smoke and odor nuisance from scrap fire in Westpoort