Dutch News in English
Latest headlines from the Netherlands in English. Covering Amsterdam, Haarlem, and national Dutch news.
Empty nesters gain financial freedom, but Peter (58) and Ingrid (56) are not on the same page
Empty nesters Peter and Ingrid are experiencing increased financial freedom now that their children have moved out. Despite this relief in fixed costs, the couple is struggling with frequent conflicts...
Daniël Lippens and Roelof de Vries to host new Radio 2 morning show
Starting in August, Daniël Lippens and Roelof de Vries will host the new morning show on NPO Radio 2. They will succeed the show 'Jan-Willem Start Op!', as presenters Jan-Willem Roodbeen and Jeroen K...
Inflation hits fuel hardest, but supermarket prices not yet rising
Recent research from the Dutch Central Bank indicates that inflation is primarily driven by rising fuel prices due to geopolitical tensions in the Middle East. Despite the perception of broad price in...
Drag queen Ave Maria Orchestra: I wanted to know what happens when you let go of all expectations of yourself
Robert de Graauw, a 41-year-old performer, has recently adopted the drag persona Ave Maria Orchestra. She is set to host a diva bingo event at Café Montmartre during WorldPride Amsterdam on August 6.
Man injured in stabbing on Akerwateringstraat in Osdorp
Netflix to launch game show based on Monopoly board game
Netflix is developing a reality game show based on the classic board game Monopoly. Twelve contestants will compete for a grand prize of $2 million, with the series expected to premiere in the fall of...
While friends play games, Job and Julian (11) find fun in their business: We do want to earn some money
Eleven-year-olds Julian Verzendaal and Job Weerheim have launched their own candy business, demonstrating a professional approach to wholesale purchasing and negotiations. The two boys are aiming for ...
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Sophie Straat misses 'public solidarity' after controversy over performance
Singer Sophie Straat has expressed disappointment over a lack of public solidarity following the backlash she received for her performance at the Best Kept Secret festival. During the show, she reques...
Summer weather continues in Amsterdam: sunny, warm and barely any wind
US states take legal action against multibillion-dollar Warner-Paramount merger
A group of twelve U.S. states is seeking to block the acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery by Paramount Skydance. They argue that the merger would reduce market competition and lead to higher prices ...
Cameras on Gerard Callenburgstraat after two explosions in one week
Authorities in Amsterdam have installed urgent camera surveillance on the Gerard Callenburgstraat following two separate explosions at a residence within one week. No injuries were reported, though th...
Marcos Leonardo smashed Neymar and Rodrygo’s youth records at Santos – now he must help Ajax score goals
Justin Baldoni refuses to pay Blake Lively's 'excessive' legal fees
Justin Baldoni has requested that a judge reject or significantly reduce the $8.4 million in legal fees demanded by Blake Lively following a defamation case. The court had previously ordered Baldoni t...
Oil price at highest level since Iran and US signed declaration of intent
Oil prices have reached a four-week high following a significant increase on Monday and Tuesday. The rise is attributed to the United States' announcement of a blockade in the Strait of Hormuz and Pre...
Max Vakantieman offers exactly what you need for pre-trip anxiety: wildfires, a bankrupt travel agency, and a mattress full of hair and stains
Roadworks in Haarlem: keep this in mind this week (July 13 - July 20)
Road maintenance work is scheduled across various locations in Haarlem, including the Gedempte Oude Gracht and Oostvest, between July 13 and July 20. These closures will affect traffic flow within the...
René van der Gijp advises against Estavana Polman role in VI: 'Doomed to fail'
René van der Gijp has advised Estavana Polman against joining the television program Vandaag Inside, stating that her participation is destined to fail. Despite this criticism, Polman is scheduled to...
Beware, as the holidays are a goldmine for bank fraudsters
ABN Amro warns that criminals are increasingly exploiting personal data shared online to commit bank fraud while people are on vacation. Research conducted among one thousand residents indicates that ...
More and more cyclists wearing helmets: "I didn't want to look stupid, so I chose this one"
The number of cyclists wearing helmets in Amsterdam is noticeably increasing, a trend particularly driven by e-bike users, the elderly, and the international community. Bicycle retailers report higher...