Dutch News in English
Latest headlines from the Netherlands in English. Covering Amsterdam, Haarlem, and national Dutch news.
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...
Russia welcomed back to IMF, Netherlands walks out during Russian speech
Dutch Finance Minister Eelco Heinen and several other delegations staged a walkout during an IMF meeting in Bangkok to protest the presence of sanctioned Russian officials. Minister Heinen emphasized ...
Butcher surprised by drop in meat consumption: 'Customers keep coming'
Meat consumption in the Netherlands has dropped by 12 percent over the last ten years, driven largely by the rising cost of beef and pork. Despite this national decline, specialized butcher shops rema...
Amsterdam man (22) throws garden table and post into fire in Floradorp and receives 40 hours of community service
A 22-year-old Amsterdam resident received a community service order and jail time for participating in violent disturbances in the Floradorp neighborhood. The riots, which included arson and attacks o...
No plans for ADE yet? You can still get tickets for these 10 parties
The annual Amsterdam Dance Event takes place from October 21 to 25, offering a wide array of musical performances across various iconic city venues. Tickets are still available for ten selected events...
Praise but also criticism for Karremans’ infrastructure plans: ‘Half-baked duct tape solution’
The Dutch government is pausing various new infrastructure projects to free up 18 billion euros for essential maintenance of aging bridges, roads, and railways. While the measure aims to stabilize the...
Water board warns: North Holland not well prepared for rising sea levels
Water board official Bea de Buisonjé warns that North Holland is ill-prepared for rising sea levels, noting that traditional technical solutions are no longer sufficient. Authorities are calling for ...
Video | Maarten Spanjer passes away: watch his role as Gerben in The Skippers of the Kameleon
Dutch actor Maarten Spanjer, known for his role as Gerben in De Schippers van de Kameleon, has died at the age of 78 following a year-long battle with cancer. He had been diagnosed with both bladder a...
Video | How Romee Strijd reacted to all the controversy surrounding her Victoria's Secret rejection
Dutch model Romee Strijd has addressed the public controversy surrounding her rejection from the Victoria's Secret fashion show. She spoke about the situation following the event which took place in L...
Screen time | Facebook film raises painful question: has anything changed at Meta?
Meta continues to face criticism regarding privacy concerns with its wearable technology and its influence on societal polarization. The release of the film The Social Reckoning, based on whistleblowe...
Actor and writer Maarten Spanjer dies at age 73
Actor and author Maarten Spanjer has died at the age of 73 following a rapid decline in his health. Known for his roles in the film Spetters and the television program Taxi, he passed away in hospice ...
Our tips for the best free parties during Amsterdam Dance Event
The 30th edition of the Amsterdam Dance Event is approaching, offering a wide array of performances across the city. Attendees who missed out on sold-out tickets can still enjoy various free events, i...
Our tips for the best free parties during Amsterdam Dance Event
The 30th edition of the Amsterdam Dance Event offers numerous free performances across the city despite many main events selling out. Attendees can enjoy a diverse range of genres, including house, te...
Trump drops Russian sanctions and tariffs approved by Congress
President Trump has unexpectedly blocked new sanctions and import tariffs against Russia, citing national interest despite previous congressional approval. The decision is widely viewed as an effort t...