Dutch News in English
Latest headlines from the Netherlands in English. Covering Amsterdam, Haarlem, and national Dutch news.
Private landlords are renting out fewer properties in the city: "A problem for students"
Private rental properties in Amsterdam have decreased by 18 percent in three years as landlords sell their units due to new rent control laws and increased taxation. While this shift favors buyers, it...
Fred van Leer after hellish summer: 'For the first time in my life, I'm looking forward to tomorrow'
Fred van Leer has spoken openly about surviving a severe period of depression that nearly led him to end his life last summer. Through professional support and lifestyle changes, the presenter has reg...
Seizure of 'Antifa server' at US request leads to questions and concerns
Dutch authorities have seized a server belonging to the Italian hosting provider Autistici/Inventati at the request of the United States. The U.S. government classifies the company as a terrorist enti...
A PostcodeKanjer for Carrie ten Napel and the only talk show that doesn't cynically laugh off positivity
The talk show Carrie op Vrijdag has been revived following a new sponsorship deal with the Postcode Lottery, which stepped in after industry budget cuts threatened its cancellation. Hosted by Carrie t...
Family of deceased Hajar (29): Missing loved one is devastating, the uncertainty has been hard
The family of 29-year-old Hajar has requested privacy following the discovery of her body at the Amsteldijk. Police believe the woman, who was last seen leaving the RAI in Amsterdam with an unidentifi...
From archive to current events: AT5's Ajax news is now also on Instagram
Broadcaster AT5 has launched a dedicated Instagram account to provide fans with both historical footage and current coverage of Ajax. The new platform features a mix of classic interviews and real-tim...
Don't get angry! Here's what's happening during National Games Week in Haarlem
Haarlem is hosting the National Board Game Week from October 26 to November 1 to encourage social interaction through tabletop games. Residents of all skill levels are invited to participate in variou...
Anneke shows how female soldiers pee in the field: 'We must consider the differences between men and women'
Anneke Valk, the 2026 Teacher of the Year, has stepped back from her teaching duties at Wageningen University to advocate for better research on the female body. She argues that many products and syst...
Charly Luske shocked by his own drinking and quit: 'That makes you an alcoholic'
Charly Luske recently quit drinking alcohol after realizing his theater tour habits led him to consume four bottles of wine per week. The entertainer, who also manages addictive tendencies related to ...
Copywriter sues Drake and demands earnings from song Janice STFU
Songwriter Hirschfield has filed a lawsuit against rapper Drake, alleging that his demo recording was used in the hit song Janice STFU without permission. While Hirschfield claims his work is identica...
Rapper cancels concert one hour before start due to 'explicit images' at Melkweg's new club Annie
Christian rapper Hulvey canceled his sold-out concert at Amsterdam's Club Annie just one hour before showtime due to explicit decor he deemed inappropriate for his young fans. The artist is now search...
Rapper cancels concert an hour before showtime due to 'explicit footage' at Melkweg's new club Annie
Christian rapper Hulvey canceled a sold-out concert in Amsterdam one hour before showtime, citing inappropriate and explicit imagery inside the newly opened Club Annie venue. The artist, who has a you...
Theatermaker Hajar Fargan explores the power of faith in solo debut God is coming back
In her solo debut God kom(t) terug, theatermaker Hajar Fargan reflects on the nature of faith and the human search for meaning in a modern world. The performance balances personal anecdotes with philo...
You couldn't find anyone more Amsterdam than actor and writer Maarten Spanjer (1952-2026)
Dutch actor and writer Maarten Spanjer has died at the age of 73. A lifelong Amsterdam native, Spanjer originally dreamed of becoming a professional footballer before finding success in the arts.
This supermarket sambal oelek is the best: 'It makes me sweat'
Three sambal experts conducted a blind taste test of eight different brands of sambal oelek available in supermarkets. They sought to determine which commercial version provides the best heat and flav...
Why the foundation problems in the Netherlands are suddenly becoming so visible
The Netherlands has experienced a nearly fourfold increase in property foundation damage reports due to consecutive dry summers and declining groundwater levels. Experts warn of a potential national c...
JARA seeks better connection with agencies: "Young people don't feel heard"
The Youth Advisory Body Amsterdam (JARA) hosted its first youth summit to improve communication between young people and municipal services, law enforcement, and political organizations. The initiativ...
The end of blind bidding: pressure on the housing market is easing
The Dutch housing market is seeing a cooling trend as rising mortgage interest rates reduce the frequency of overbidding. While buyers have more breathing room, industry experts caution that this shif...
Harry Styles honors Liam Payne with unreleased song
Harry Styles performed an unreleased song titled What is Enough during his concert series at Madison Square Garden to honor his late friend and former bandmate Liam Payne. Payne passed away in October...
Man falls 5 meters from escalator at Vijzelgracht metro station
A man was hospitalized after falling five meters from an escalator at Amsterdam's Vijzelgracht metro station late at night. The incident involved the man falling over a glass panel that broke, leading...