Dutch News in English
Latest headlines from the Netherlands in English. Covering Amsterdam, Haarlem, and national Dutch news.
Memories of a poorly designed Haarlem bus station
During Architecture Day, visitors shared their memories and thoughts about the Haarlem station area at the project bureau for its renewal. The article reflects on the history and design of the Station...
Country singer Jelly Roll and Bunnie XO split after nearly 10 years of marriage
American country singer Jelly Roll and his wife Bunnie XO are ending their marriage after nearly ten years. According to reports from People, the musician filed for divorce in May.
Shopping streets increasingly empty as customer focus shifts online
Online sales have grown significantly faster than physical retail revenue over the past three years, leading to a decline in traditional shopping street activity. According to an ING analysis, the inf...
Weeronline warns of heat and high humidity
Weeronline has issued a warning for tropical temperatures and high humidity starting this Thursday across the Netherlands. Residents should expect muggy conditions and potential severe thunderstorms, ...
Chinese President Xi Jinping supports Myanmar leader
Chinese President Xi Jinping met with Myanmar's leader Min Aung Hlaing in Beijing to express support and pledge deeper strategic cooperation between the two nations. This visit marks Min Aung Hlaing's...
Bruce Willis's wife on his dementia: His memory is not affected
Emma Heming Willis clarified in a recent podcast appearance that the specific form of dementia her husband Bruce Willis has does not affect his memory. She emphasized that there is significant public ...
Holidaymakers misled by online travel lures: bargain prices increase by hundreds of euros
An investigation by De Telegraaf reveals that major travel providers are misleading consumers with online advertisements featuring prices that are not actually available for booking. Companies such as...
More housing possible in Schoonenberg area, including Telstar stadium parking lot as an option
The municipality of Velsen is exploring the development of additional housing in the Schoonenberg area, with three potential sites identified around the Telstar stadium. This project would expand upon...
Dutch imports from Gulf region down by more than half
Dutch imports from the Gulf region decreased by more than 50% in April compared to the previous month due to the closure of the Strait of Hormuz. During this period, imports from Iraq were completely ...
Horse arena in Engelandpark still slated for demolition despite new information: 'Adds little to nothing'
The Haarlem municipality has confirmed that a horse riding arena in Engelandpark will be demolished after nearly forty years of use. Despite new correspondence from the Lems family, Alderman Eva de Ra...
Roadworks in Haarlem: what to expect this week (June 16 - June 22)
Several roadworks are scheduled in Haarlem from June 16 to June 22, leading to partial closures in the city center and surrounding areas. Specific locations affected include Gedempte Oude Gracht and O...
Slim volumes about old loves and early friends
Dutch authors including Youp van ’t Hek, Thomas Heerma van Voss, Chaja Polak, and Nescio have released a collection of short books focused on memories from their youth and early friendships. These w...
Bank fraud is a major problem: 'Agree on a password with each other'
Bank fraud remains a significant problem as scammers increasingly target vulnerable groups such as seniors and individuals with limited digital or Dutch language skills. Experts suggest families estab...
Koninklijke HFC reports planned exodus: all Haarlem region transfers listed
The transfer deadline for the 2026/2027 football season closed on Monday, leading to a high volume of transfer requests from the Haarlem region to the KNVB. Koninklijke HFC is notably reporting a plan...
First-time private sector renters spend most of their income on housing
Starters entering the private rental market in the Netherlands spend a significant portion of their income on housing costs. According to data from Statistics Netherlands (CBS), this group faces the h...
Media regulator: news consumption declines, social media increasingly used as news source
The annual Digital News Report Netherlands reveals that interest, consumption, and trust in news are declining among the Dutch population. As traditional news usage falls, social media is increasingly...
Takeaway industry addicted to plastic: more than a quarter serve banned plastic straws
A study of 101 takeaway shops across twelve cities in the Netherlands found that many businesses continue to use plastic containers and cutlery despite regulations. Over 25% of the sampled shops still...
Season ticket from party funds? Former Forza! leader in court for misuse of public funds
Paul Meijer, former leader of political party Forza! Haarlemmermeer, appeared in court for allegedly spending tens of thousands of euros in government funds on private expenses like rent and car repai...
113 km/h through a built-up area; Suspect: 'It won't win any beauty prizes'
A woman appeared in court for driving 113 km/h in a built-up area in Hilversum while under the influence of dexamphetamine in July 2025. She is also facing charges for driving with a suspended license...
Environmental agencies oversee nature and safety, but many local officials don't know what they do
The Environmental Service North Holland North (OD NHN) is launching an initiative to better inform local politicians about its legal duties regarding environment, nature, and safety. Board chairman Be...