Dutch News in English
Latest headlines from the Netherlands in English. Covering Amsterdam, Haarlem, and national Dutch news.
Experienced Rob Hofland remains D66 group leader in Amsterdam
Matthijs de Ligt confirms new relationship after split from Annekee Molenaar
Dutch footballer Matthijs de Ligt has confirmed his separation from Annekee Molenaar. The announcement follows months of public speculation and officially ends the couple's relationship.
Dutch-tinged Cape Verde surprises Spain with 0-0 draw at World Cup
Cape Verde achieved a major surprise by drawing 0-0 against Spain in their debut match at the Football World Cup. The team, which features several players with Dutch ties, managed to hold the former c...
Jetten on the death of Wim T. Schippers: a multi-talent is no more
Dutch politician Rob Jetten paid tribute to the artist and television maker Wim T. Schippers, who passed away at the age of 83. Jetten praised Schippers as a multi-talented individual following the an...
The white jacket in Bergamo
Bergamo, a city severely impacted by the initial COVID-19 outbreak, is being referenced during the Dutch parliamentary inquiry commission's hearings on the pandemic. The city’s tragic history with t...
Safety measures for World Pride visitors in Amsterdam
Mayor Femke Halsema has announced that reports of violence or discrimination against visitors during World Pride in Amsterdam will be prioritized by law enforcement. The city has established rapid res...
Football fans from Utrecht, Rotterdam and The Hague travel to Beverwijk for Iranian treats during World Cup: 'Busier than average'
The Persian pastry shop Rolet in Beverwijk is experiencing increased traffic as soccer fans from across the Netherlands travel there for traditional treats during the World Cup. Owner Shahin Tadayon r...
After the end of talk show ‘RTL Tonight’: why TV stars and pundits always resurface elsewhere
Nonagenarians Henk and Lies have been inseparable since their teens: ‘We’re mostly lucky that we’re both still mentally sharp’
Henk and Lies Selier, aged 96 and 93, are celebrating their 70th wedding anniversary this week in Heemstede. The couple has been inseparable for over 80 years since their teenage years and attributes ...
A World Cup always needs a second love. A team you adopt once your own country is eliminated
The Athletic described the match between the Netherlands and Japan as the best of the World Cup so far, offering hope despite tactical concerns regarding manager Ronald Koeman. The article suggests th...
10 highlights from the work of Wim T. Schippers: from the peanut butter floor to dogs on stage
Palestinian leader Abbas wants presidential elections in 2027
Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas has issued a decree calling for presidential elections to be held in early 2027, the first in over two decades. The report by the Wafa news agency did not specify w...
By Dennis moves from the heart of Haarlem to IJmuiden port after 27 years: ‘It is increasingly difficult for business owners to stay in the city center’
After 27 years in Haarlem's Koningstraat, Dennis Weening has moved his flower and interior shop, By Dennis, to the IJmuiden port area. He explained that the move was necessary because it has become in...
Artist and Bert & Ernie voice actor Wim T. Schippers dies aged 83
Artist and voice actor Wim T. Schippers has passed away at the age of 83 in his hometown of Amsterdam. He was widely known for his television programs and for providing the Dutch voices for characters...
Wim T. Schippers, artist, TV creator and voice of Ernie, dies at 83
Amber from Beverwijk taught English in Cambodia: 'The hardest class became my favorite'
Amber de Nijs, a 22-year-old student from Beverwijk, has returned to the Netherlands after spending three months teaching English to children in Cambodia. She reflects fondly on the strong bonds she f...
Jazz legend Abdullah Ibrahim dies at 91
South African jazz legend Abdullah Ibrahim has passed away at the age of 91 in Germany following a short illness. His family announced the death of the world-renowned musician on Monday.
After explosion destroys Osdorp practice, physio Jan finds refuge with colleague
Physiotherapist Jan Bot, whose practice in Osdorp was destroyed by a recent explosion, has found a temporary workspace offered by a local colleague. Bobby Bakboord opened his nearby clinic to help Jan...
Singer Bonnie Tyler wakes from coma after emergency surgery
Singer Bonnie Tyler has woken up from a coma several weeks after undergoing emergency surgery. While the 75-year-old remains seriously ill, her management reports that her condition is showing signs o...
EU sees trade deficit with China hit record high
The European Union's trade deficit with China has reached a record high of approximately 1 billion euros per day, according to new figures from Eurostat. This trend is driven by high import volumes fr...