Dutch News in English
Latest headlines from the Netherlands in English. Covering Amsterdam, Haarlem, and national Dutch news.
Common tax return mistake causes problems for retirees: Risk of owing thousands of euros
Dutch retirees risk having to pay back thousands of euros due to common mistakes in tax returns involving multiple pension sources. The complexity of managing various 'pension pots' often leads to inc...
120 asylum seekers taken to night shelter outside Ter Apel
Due to overcrowding at the Ter Apel registration center, 120 asylum seekers were moved to emergency night shelters in De Wijk and Groningen on Saturday night. According to the Red Cross, 92 people sta...
Forget the Moselle or Alsace: this vineyard is really close to Haarlem
The article highlights a local vineyard situated near Haarlem as a nearby alternative to famous wine regions like the Mosel or Alsace. It encourages readers to explore regional wine options instead of...
'I thought I was pregnant with twins growing in a melon and fed them shaving foam': Natasja (38) speaks candidly about her psychosis
Natasja de Hollies has released a book titled 'Toen mama verdween' detailing her sudden experience with a severe psychosis that led to her forced admission into psychiatric care. The 38-year-old mothe...
At Surf Project on Zandvoort beach, no one is afraid of the North Sea: 'I'm going to show the best trick during the wipe-out'
Simeon from Rijswijk participated in the Special Olympics National Games held at Rapa Nui on Zandvoort beach. Assisted by the Surf Project, participants received safety instructions and technical tips...
The Greenhouse | Large batteries allowed this school to connect to the overloaded power grid
A school in Arnhem successfully utilized large batteries to connect to the power grid despite existing capacity issues. This approach demonstrates how battery storage can provide a solution to the ong...
British forces intercept Russian shadow fleet tanker
British armed forces intercepted an oil tanker from the Russian shadow fleet on Sunday as it attempted to navigate through the English Channel. Prime Minister Keir Starmer confirmed the interception, ...
Feminist Maria (69) falls in love with hitchhiker and children
Maria, a 69-year-old feminist, experienced a life-changing romance after picking up a hitchhiker, eventually choosing to prioritize motherhood over her activist background. Her story highlights a life...
An emergency kit and an emergency plan: how to prepare for a threat
Emergency experts in North Holland are advising residents to maintain 72-hour emergency kits to ensure self-sufficiency during crises and reduce the burden on emergency services. Residents like Paula ...
Hospitality venues in over half of municipalities to stay open longer during World Cup
More than half of the municipalities in the Netherlands are allowing hospitality businesses to extend their opening hours during the World Cup. This announcement comes from the industry association Ko...
How unusual is the explosion in Amsterdam-Osdorp? 'What happens in those storage units happens very often, but it almost always goes well'
Striptease acts on canal boats: "I don't want that sex show passing my window"
Residents in Amsterdam are expressing frustration over visible striptease acts performed on canal cruise boats passing their homes, particularly concerning the exposure to young children. While local ...
Wouter Klootwijk tastes love in a box of strawberries
In his weekly food column, Wouter Klootwijk explores the idea that emotions can be experienced through taste. He specifically describes the flavor of strawberries as the literal taste of love.
Expensive, lightly used Samsonite suitcase fails early, yet Willem denied rightful compensation
A consumer named Willem is seeking compensation after his expensive Samsonite suitcase failed earlier than expected, despite the brand's reputation for durability and long warranty periods. The disput...
Do we have too much space? The housing shortage would be solved with 11 square meters less
A report by ABN Amro suggests that the Netherlands' housing shortage could be resolved if the average living space per person were reduced by 11 square meters. Experts argue that space is currently un...
'Every day is different emotionally': Gymnast Loran de Munck (27) tries to pick up the pieces after his mother's death
Dutch gymnast Loran de Munck is navigating a difficult period following the death of his mother in January 2026 after her long battle with cancer. The 27-year-old athlete shares the emotional toll and...
New aldermen Wiedemeijer and Çimen get to work: 'Grand visions are for the attic'
Maarten Wiedemeijer and Meryem Çimen have been installed as new aldermen in the Haarlem municipal executive. Both individuals are experienced former council members who aim to bring a pragmatic appro...
Orbán remains Fidesz leader despite election defeat
Viktor Orbán has been reappointed as the leader of the right-nationalist Fidesz party despite a recent parliamentary election defeat. Delegates at a party congress voted almost unanimously for his re...
Jumping rope to get people moving: ‘I want to get young people away from their screens’
Should we allow ‘ik wordt’ or are we more creative?
The article discusses the debate over whether common grammatical errors in the Dutch language should be accepted as correct, a topic sparked by singer Roxy Dekker's use of the phrase 'ik besef me.' It...