Dutch News in English
Latest headlines from the Netherlands in English. Covering Amsterdam, Haarlem, and national Dutch news.
Bus manufacturer Ebusco in financial trouble again and fears for its existence
Electric bus manufacturer Ebusco is facing a critical financial crisis and warns that it may not survive without an immediate influx of capital. Production has slowed significantly, and the company ha...
Wereldmuseum opens exhibition on disco: from dance floor to fight for rights
The Wereldmuseum is opening an exhibition on October 10, 2026, that explores the history and cultural impact of disco music. The display highlights how the genre evolved from underground clubs into a ...
PaffPopcornPanel on Low Expectations: ‘Everyone in this film was looking for themselves’
A panel discussed the film Low Expectations, focusing on its realistic portrayal of a struggling musician searching for her identity and purpose in life. While viewers felt the narrative was at times ...
The advantage of having zero viewers is that Buzz can quit without anyone noticing
The Net 5 talkshow Buzz is struggling to find an audience, with ratings so low they are effectively unrecorded. The program, which aims to mimic the casual nature of a group chat, remains largely unno...
Pieter (64) could no longer afford high rent and ended up on the street: I was just surviving
After suffering a series of financial setbacks, 64-year-old Pieter Willems lost his home and was forced to live on the streets. He is now joining a protest in Amsterdam to raise awareness about the wo...
Dutch industry grows by 12 percent in August, largest increase in over four years
Dutch industrial production surged by 12 percent in August, marking its highest growth rate in over four years. This upward trend, following a 9.3 percent increase in July, is largely driven by a high...
Young people in Startblok Elzenhagen feel unsafe due to aggressive co-resident
Residents at the Startblok Elzenhagen housing complex in Amsterdam are feeling unsafe due to an aggressive neighbor who has reportedly threatened and intimidated other occupants. While the complex's c...
Visit the 'Pre-ADE Market', do yoga at the Thomas Church or go to a lunch concert at the Concertgebouw: what to do in Amsterdam this week
Amsterdam is hosting a wide variety of events this week, including theatrical performances, art exhibitions, and the 40th edition of the Cinekid film festival. Residents can also participate in neighb...
Haarlem city treasury grew last year: nearly 380 million euros in cash
The municipality of Haarlem saw its financial reserves grow to nearly 380 million euros by the end of 2025, reaching its highest level since 2016. This growth is driven by higher-than-expected revenue...
Local residents alarmed by thick smoke and stench from fire at Olympic Stadium
A fire beneath the historic Olympic Stadium in Amsterdam caused significant smoke and odor, prompting a late-night response from emergency services. Although firefighters confirmed no harmful substanc...
Netherlands wants to curb EU budget, but Europe needs more money
The Netherlands is urging for significant cuts to the European Commission's proposed 2,000 billion euro long-term budget, favoring a shift toward innovation and defense. While the Commission aims to r...
The Men's March reminds me of cavemen standing in bear skins in front of their cave
The Mannenmars, organized by Wild and Sacred Men, is scheduled for October 10 in Amsterdam to promote a cultural shift in male behavior toward protecting women. However, the event has sparked debate b...
Amsterdam schools take Purple Friday more seriously due to decline in LGBTQ+ acceptance: ‘We feel the need even more strongly’
A record 3,130 schools across the Netherlands are observing Purple Friday to support LGBTQ inclusion amid a recent, concerning decline in student acceptance rates. Amsterdam schools remain committed t...
Metropolis Lyceum in Amsterdam-Noord is a festive sequence of spaces, classrooms and study areas
The newly completed Metropolis Lyceum in Amsterdam-Noord integrates various secondary education levels into a single, interconnected building. Centered around a functional atrium and auditorium, the s...
In Folk, Dunja Jocić shows the power of dancing together
In the dance performance Folk, choreographer Dunja Jocić explores both the empowering potential of collective movement and the darker, exclusionary side of group identity. Through a blend of club and...
Juliet Schellekens is not yet a seasoned comedian, but her songs are deeply moving
Julia Schellekens has debuted her theater show, Ik beloof je eeuwige twijfel, which explores personal dilemmas through comedy and music. Although the performance shows some signs of inexperience, it i...
Willem de Haan (81) documented the lives of Jewish Concertgebouw Orchestra musicians: Conductor Mengelberg had nothing to do with them being placed on a protected list
Emeritus professor Willem de Haan has begun documenting the lives of seventeen Jewish musicians who performed with the Concertgebouworkest during the Second World War. His research aims to honor those...
How Josje (30) handles Purple Friday as a teacher in East: 'I never ask if they accept gay people. I ask them which day I should propose to my girlfriend'
Recent studies show declining LGBTQ+ acceptance among secondary school students, prompting teachers like Josje de Zwart to address the issue on Purple Friday. By integrating personal narratives and in...
Review: not every organ solo or abandoned backing track on the Beatles' deluxe Rubber Soul reissue is spectacular
A comprehensive new box set of the 1965 Beatles album Rubber Soul has been released, featuring either four CDs or five LPs. Reviews indicate that while the collection is extensive, not every included ...
From forbidden profession to established guild: this triangular building on the Nieuwezijds Voorburgwal housed the Brokers' Guild for centuries
The Amsterdam Brokers Guild, originally faced with legal prohibitions in the 15th century, evolved into a well-established organization that commissioned its own historic headquarters on the Nieuwezij...