Dutch News in English
Latest headlines from the Netherlands in English. Covering Amsterdam, Haarlem, and national Dutch news.
Amsterdam will have more than twice as many people over 80 by 2050, but is far from ready
New research projects that the number of residents over eighty in Amsterdam will more than double by 2050. The city is currently unprepared for this demographic shift, necessitating urgent political a...
Seven broadcasters ask NPO for clarification on Eurovision participation
Seven Dutch public broadcasters have formally requested clarification from the NPO regarding the decision-making process for the Netherlands' participation in the Eurovision Song Contest. The broadcas...
In diary fragments, Brigit Hillenius (65) discovered who her biological father is: ‘He was never allowed to tell’
Filmmaker Brigit Hillenius discovered through her late father's published diary fragments that he was not her biological parent. Despite this revelation, she maintains a strong emotional bond with the...
Restaurant bills to rise further next year
The FoodService Institute Netherlands expects restaurant prices to rise by 4.5 percent next year, driven by inflation and economic uncertainty. Although total revenue in the hospitality sector is stil...
Video | Céline Dion stumbles during concert and later forgets her lyrics
During a performance on Wednesday, singer Céline Dion suffered a minor fall on stage. Later in the concert, she also experienced a brief moment where she forgot the lyrics to her song Pour que tu m'a...
L.A.V.A. review: The question remains where exactly the friction lies
The dance performance L.A.V.A. by Pieter C. Scholten and Emio Greco translates the geological intensity of volcanic eruptions into movement using distinct color-coded ensembles for dancers. Although t...
Four-month prison sentence for man who threatened Powned camera crew with a knife in Oosterpark
A 41-year-old man was sentenced to four months in prison for threatening a Powned camera crew with a knife in Amsterdam's Oosterpark. The suspect, who is an undesirable alien, also received a convicti...
Four-month jail sentence for man who threatened PowNed camera crew with knife in Oosterpark
A 41-year-old man was sentenced to four months in prison for threatening a PowNed camera crew with a knife in Amsterdam's Oosterpark. The incident occurred while the journalists were producing a repor...
IKEA enters second-hand market with its own platform for used furniture
IKEA will launch a dedicated second-hand marketplace in the Netherlands by mid-2027 to allow IKEA Family members to buy and sell used home products. The platform aims to extend product lifespans and s...
Triple stabbing suspect in Menadostraat Giovanni S. tried to strangle prison guard
Giovanni S., the suspect in a December 2025 triple stabbing in Amsterdam-Oost, has allegedly attempted to strangle a prison guard while in detention. The victim is now seeking information regarding th...
Anna Herter (32) debuts with a novel about grief, love, and fear of abandonment: ‘Experiences can feel lonely, but the emotions they evoke are universal’
Anna Herter has published her debut novel, Kamers in de tijd, which explores themes of grief, love, and abandonment anxiety. The book examines how shifting one's perspective on time can help manage lo...
Review: Annie Ernaux (86) shows that life is worth living primarily when it is described
The anthology "Het werkelijke leven," curated by Rokus Hofstede, collects eighteen texts by French author Annie Ernaux. The collection explores various facets of life, including family struggles and p...
Review: Walk the Blue Fields: Claire Keegan writes timeless snapshots of rural Irish life
The short story collection Through the Blue Fields by Irish author Claire Keegan has been translated into Dutch. The book includes the notable story The Forester's Daughter, which critics describe as ...
Review ‘Beautiful book about Ukraine’: Lisa Weeda is a brilliant storyteller in her first children's book too
Bestselling author Lisa Weeda has released her first children's book, titled 'Mooi boek over Oekraïne'. The work showcases her signature storytelling style and compelling narrative approach, marking ...
Minister Yesilgöz labels Russia as ‘our enemy’, but the Netherlands is not at war
Dutch Minister of Defence Dilan Yesilgoz has explicitly declared Russia to be a "foe," shifting away from the diplomatic language of calling the country an aggressor. Although she clarified that the N...
Paff Popcorn Panel on Fjord: ‘It’s not all that black and white, you find that out during this film’
A panel of viewers discussed a Norwegian film that examines the conflict between tradition and modern values. Participants highlighted how the story challenges the audience to avoid immediate judgment...
After a breakup, Maria (29) suddenly found herself homeless: "Without a home, you lose yourself"
After a relationship breakdown led to her eviction three years ago, 29-year-old Maria has faced persistent housing instability in Amsterdam. She now plans to join the national housing protest on Dam S...
Six bedrooms and a view of Vondelpark: most expensive house in Amsterdam for sale
The most expensive home in Amsterdam, a villa on the Oranje Nassaulaan near Vondelpark, has been listed for sale at 20 million euros. The property features extensive living space, six bedrooms, and a ...
Public Prosecution Service was poorly protected against cyberattacks for years
An investigation has concluded that the Dutch Public Prosecution Service failed to adequately protect its ICT systems for years, leaving them vulnerable to cyberattacks. A security flaw in Citrix soft...
Three Polish suspects released after leaving suitcases at Haarlem station
Three Polish suspects arrested for leaving unattended suitcases at Haarlem station in September have been released from custody, though the investigation continues. The incident previously led to a te...