Dutch News in English
Latest headlines from the Netherlands in English. Covering Amsterdam, Haarlem, and national Dutch news.
Want to know your chances of going bald? Look at this relative
Dermatologist and hair specialist Petra Dikrama is launching a new series to debunk common hair myths and explain the science behind hair health. The first installment of this educational series focus...
Shakira and Piqué head to court over child custody arrangements
Shakira has taken legal action to adjust her custody arrangement with Gerard Pique due to concerns that frequent international flights are affecting their children's well-being and schooling. The sing...
Daylight saving time begins Sunday, October 25, 2026: do we set the clock forward or back?
On October 25, 2026, clocks in the Netherlands will be set back one hour to signal the start of winter time. This annual ritual continues despite ongoing debates regarding its necessity and potential ...
Around 7,000 households in Amsterdam Nieuw-West hit by power outage
Around 7,000 households in Amsterdam Nieuw-West are experiencing a power outage that has affected several neighborhoods including Osdorp and Slotervaart. Grid operator Liander is working on the issue ...
One dead, several hospitalizations and a liver transplant: poisonous death cap mushroom alarms doctors
Medical professionals in the Netherlands are raising urgent alarms regarding the prevalence of the deadly green death cap mushroom. The fungus, which resembles a common wild mushroom, has already caus...
Amsterdam city center relies more heavily on tourists than other cities, Van der Horst warns of economic risk
Amsterdam's retail and hospitality sectors rely heavily on tourism, leading to concerns from Deputy Mayor Van der Horst about economic vulnerability. The official warns that this focus on visitors ris...
Massive art book featuring Dalí's work stolen from French museum
A massive 210-kilogram art book featuring a bronze cover by Salvador Dalí was stolen from a private museum in Issoire, France. Authorities have opened an investigation into the theft, which has raise...
Cyclist injured after collision with agricultural vehicle in Lijnden
A cyclist was transported to the hospital with unknown injuries after colliding with an agricultural vehicle in Lijnden this afternoon. Police have arrested the driver of the vehicle, who is suspected...
Flower kiosk belonging to sisters Mandy and Kim destroyed by fire: My heart is weeping
Mandy's Bloemenshop, a 47-year-old family business on the Amstelveenseweg in Amsterdam, was destroyed by a fire caused by a short circuit in the cooling system. Sisters Kim and Mandy are devastated by...
Father Wouter launches anti-vaping campaign warning young people about skin and sex life damage
Father Wouter Snoeijers has launched a unique anti-vaping campaign that uses fictional, provocative flavor names to highlight potential negative effects on teenage skin and sexual health. The initiati...
At Flow Community you don't have to rush home after yoga: 'There is time for tea and a chat'
Sisters Ngudju and Mwanini Makangira have opened Flow Community in Amsterdam's Oud-West to provide a more personal alternative to standard yoga studios. The center emphasizes social connection by enco...
IMF warns of increasingly powerful hedge funds
The IMF has raised concerns about the significant growth of hedge funds, which now manage 13 trillion dollars and utilize risky leverage strategies. The organization warns that these funds could pose ...
Tram derails after collision with van on Beethovenstraat: "Loud bang"
A tram derailed in Amsterdam this afternoon after colliding with a delivery van at the Beethovenstraat and Prinses Irenestraat intersection. The accident resulted in no serious injuries but caused sig...
Cabinet's financial plans may fail if nothing changes in the Senate
The Dutch cabinet is struggling to pass its crucial tax plan in the Senate due to lack of support from key political parties. Both right-wing and left-wing factions are demanding policy concessions, i...
Mega-merger in streaming world is a fact: Skydance acquires Warner Bros. Discovery
Paramount Skydance has completed a 110 billion dollar acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery, merging two major Hollywood studios and their streaming services into a single entity named Skydance. The m...
Andrew Garfield loved OpenAI CEO Sam Altman, until he played him
Actor Andrew Garfield initially admired OpenAI CEO Sam Altman but changed his opinion after studying him closely for a new film role. He now emphasizes the importance of holding powerful tech leaders ...
Peter Gillis' holiday parks sold permanently for over 27 million euros
Three holiday parks belonging to Peter Gillis have been sold at auction for 27.3 million euros to cover a substantial debt owed to creditor Marc van Rooi. Despite this sale, Gillis still faces signifi...
Parliament votes for more green gas despite concerns over manure and energy bills
The Dutch House of Representatives has approved a new law mandating the use of green gas to lower CO2 emissions. The legislation faces criticism over potential increases in household energy costs and ...
Rijksmuseum makes space in Gallery of Honour for two Willem de Kooning paintings
The Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam has added two paintings by Willem de Kooning to its Gallery of Honour alongside a new retrospective exhibition of his work. The showcase features over 120 pieces and highl...
Mandy's flower shop in Amsterdam-Zuid largely destroyed by fire: 'We are in shock'
A flower kiosk in Amsterdam-Zuid owned by Mandy was largely destroyed by a fire on Monday evening. Local residents have expressed shock and support for the business owner following the incident.