Dutch News in English
Latest headlines from the Netherlands in English. Covering Amsterdam, Haarlem, and national Dutch news.
Norwegian royal family gradually resumes official duties after mourning period
The Norwegian royal family is slowly resuming official duties following a period of mourning after the deaths of King Harald and Princess Astrid. While King Haakon and Queen Sonja are returning to pub...
It is almost eerie how Jeremy Strong transforms into Mark Zuckerberg in The Social Reckoning
The upcoming film The Social Reckoning features Jeremy Strong as Mark Zuckerberg, portraying a character that has evolved significantly from his depiction in The Social Network. The movie examines how...
Jewish Boaz and Muslim Oumaima want to keep the dialogue going: "We must hold onto each other"
Jewish resident Boaz Cahn and Muslim resident Oumaima al Abdellaoui founded the Deel de Duif initiative to facilitate constructive dialogue about the Israel-Palestine conflict. By conducting workshops...
Brussels introduces temporary toll discounts for clean buses and trucks
The European Union has introduced a plan to provide temporary toll discounts of up to 100 percent for low- and zero-emission buses and trucks to promote greener transport. This measure aims to ease th...
Police arrest second suspect in investigation into fatal stabbing on Tugelaweg
Police have arrested a second suspect in the ongoing investigation into the fatal stabbing of a man named Texel in Amsterdam-Oost last April. The victim was allegedly attacked by 38-year-old Giovany W...
In the kitchens of top chef Maik Kuijpers (1985-2026), the bar was always set high, but he never lost sight of the human touch
Maik Kuijpers, a renowned chef who served as a key figure at De Librije, passed away in late September due to a heart attack. Known for his commitment to excellence, he was highly regarded for balanci...
Jaguar presents new electric car in higher price range
Jaguar has introduced the Type 01, an ultra-powerful electric luxury sedan capable of reaching 96 kilometers per hour in 3.2 seconds with a 720-kilometer range. Set to launch in early 2027 for approxi...
Singer Loona wins royalty case over her cover of Vamos a la Playa
Singer Loona has won a royalty lawsuit regarding her cover of the song Vamos a la Playa after a court ruled that the relevant payment agreement had expired. The court found that the plaintiff, a studi...
Is Rob Jetten counting his chickens before they hatch? The polder agreement could still fail
The Dutch government is engaging in negotiations with unions, but significant risks remain regarding the potential failure of these discussions. Concerns have emerged that the proposed plans could ina...
Wibautstraat closed to cars for 2 weeks
The Wibautstraat will be closed to cars at the Ringdijk intersection starting Wednesday, October 7. The restriction is scheduled to remain in effect for a duration of two weeks.
Brazilians (22 and 23) who used extreme violence to rob men met via Grindr are now in the Netherlands
Two Brazilian men, aged 22 and 23, have been extradited from Portugal to the Netherlands to face charges for a series of violent robberies in Amsterdam and Haarlem. The suspects allegedly lured victim...
First skirmishes between cabinet and polder: 'Diligence versus speed'
The Dutch cabinet is negotiating with unions and employers to reach a social agreement, balancing the need for urgent budget decisions with the demand for careful policymaking. Key areas of focus incl...
Allard Pierson returns vase to Sicily thanks to 1976 wedding photo
The Allard Pierson museum is returning an ancient pyxis to Sicily after a 1976 wedding photograph helped confirm the artifact's origins. Officials determined that keeping the object was ethically unju...
Spaarne Gasthuis maintains full-service hospital in Haarlem-South
Spaarne Gasthuis has announced it will maintain a full-service hospital in Haarlem-Zuid, providing 24-hour and emergency care while converting its Hoofddorp site into a day-treatment facility. The Cit...
IMF: Public debt, energy demand and energy prices threaten global economy
The IMF has warned that the global economy faces significant threats from rising national debt, increasing energy demand driven by AI, and high energy prices. These economic pressures are creating gro...
Paulien Cornelisse sets posthumous record: seven books on bestseller list
Author Paulien Cornelisse has set a posthumous record by securing seven positions on the Dutch Bestseller 60 list. This achievement, described by the CPNB as unprecedented, occurred shortly after the ...
Van tipped onto its side after collision with car
A van tipped onto its side following a collision with a passenger car at the intersection of Airborne Avenue and the Crossing in Hoofddorp this morning. Two people were assessed by ambulance staff but...
The betrayal of the Zilversmit family nominated for a Podcast Award
The podcast series Het verraad van de familie Zilversmit, in which journalist Judith Zilversmit explores her father's wartime betrayal, has been nominated for a 2026 Dutch Podcast Award. The series, w...
Alderman Pels unhappy with new asylum bill: "Covert criminalization of illegality"
Asylum Minister Bart van den Brink has proposed a new law to punish failed asylum seekers who refuse to cooperate with their deportation, potentially resulting in fines or prison time. Amsterdam Alder...
Alderman Pels unhappy with new asylum bill: "Camouflaged criminalization of illegality"
Asylum Minister Bart van den Brink has proposed a new law to penalize rejected asylum seekers who refuse to cooperate with their deportation. Amsterdam official Zita Pels has strongly condemned the me...