Dutch News in English
Latest headlines from the Netherlands in English. Covering Amsterdam, Haarlem, and national Dutch news.
Extensive damage from explosions at homes in Nieuw-West and Noord
Two explosive incidents caused significant property damage at residential buildings in the Amsterdam districts of Nieuw-West and Noord. Although both locations were cordoned off for investigation, aut...
Waste bin full? Future sensors may sound the alarm
The municipality is testing fill-level sensors in waste containers to optimize collection routes and reduce trash accumulation on streets. A pilot project is currently underway, with plans to potentia...
Full trash container? A 'fill-level sensor' may sound the alarm in the future
The municipality of Amsterdam is testing fill-level sensors in waste containers to optimize collection routes and reduce overflow. A trial with glass containers has already shown that smarter monitori...
The Greenhouse | Here is how our energy system was overhauled before
Amsterdam is embarking on a significant expansion of its electrical infrastructure to accommodate a projected multi-fold increase in energy demand. The project involves upgrading existing substations,...
Heavy periods are difficult to discuss, so women suffer in silence
Angela de Jong recently shared her personal struggles with extreme menstruation, highlighting a common but rarely discussed issue. Many women continue to suffer in silence, often lacking proper knowle...
City Archives investigates colonial past of De Bazel: "Spider in the colonial web"
The Amsterdam City Archives is preparing a 2027 exhibition titled The Colonial World to investigate the history of the De Bazel building and its role in the Dutch Trading Society. By focusing on perso...
New invention helps blind residents in Hoofddorp sort waste properly
A visually impaired resident from Hoofddorp has introduced braille labels for underground waste containers to help others identify different waste streams independently. Supported by waste collector M...
After Amsterdam's Bouillon, Weesp now has one too – but when can a restaurant actually call itself that?
A new restaurant called Bouillon d’Or has opened in Weesp, following the popularity of the Bouillon d’Amsterdam concept. The trend has sparked interest in defining what criteria a dining establish...
Animal shelter DOA celebrates 125th anniversary: We are here to stay
The Dierenopvangcentrum Amsterdam (DOA) is celebrating its 125th anniversary as the largest animal shelter in the Netherlands. Since its founding in 1901, the organization has evolved from a small res...
Amsterdam’s ‘fairy tale’ The Wolf and the Seven Little Goats for sale again for a fiver: ‘Children love the local slang’
Designers De Ru and Serano have released a new run of their successful Amsterdam-dialect version of the fairy tale The Wolf and the Seven Kids. Despite the pair facing severe health battles with cance...
Man injured after stabbing on Kloveniersburgwal, police searching for suspect
A man was hospitalized after a stabbing occurred on the Kloveniersburgwal in central Amsterdam on Saturday night. Local police are currently searching for a suspect, as the motive for the attack remai...
Ajax's F-side celebrates 50th anniversary with massive fireworks, flares and smoke bombs
Ajax supporters group F-side celebrated its 50th anniversary with large-scale fireworks displays at three locations across Amsterdam. The group, known for its long and controversial history in Dutch f...
How a new educational hype was embraced without debate: teaching in other languages
Primary schools in the Netherlands are increasingly offering half of their curriculum in foreign languages without significant public debate. Political commentator Hans van Soest criticizes this devel...
32-year-old man arrested for involvement in fatal Amstelveenseweg shooting
A 32-year-old man has been arrested for his alleged involvement in a fatal shooting that took place outside an Amsterdam bar early this morning. The 34-year-old victim died at the scene, and police be...
Writer Elle van Rijn: I hope I will resemble my mother
Writer Elle van Rijn has made several changes to her lifestyle, including quitting Botox and avoiding snacks due to wearing braces. These details were shared as part of an interview for the weekend ma...
Suspect arrested for fatal shooting on Amstelveenseweg after raid in Amsterdam-West
Police have arrested a 32-year-old suspect in Amsterdam-West following the fatal shooting of a 34-year-old man on the Amstelveenseweg. Authorities are investigating whether the detained individual is ...
Homeless repeat offender sentenced to two years in facility for habitual criminals
A 36-year-old homeless man with a crack addiction has been sentenced to two years in a facility for repeat offenders following an assault at an Amsterdam supermarket. The court chose this measure to p...
Dean Saunders gets tattoo of late brother Ben's name on his throat: 'Close to my voice'
Singer Dean Saunders has tattooed the name of his late brother, Ben, on his throat to keep him close while he performs. Ben Saunders, who gained fame as the first winner of The Voice of Holland, passe...
No trains and no passengers, but what is happening at Central Station today?
Amsterdam Centraal Station closed completely today for extensive infrastructure upgrades intended to modernize the facility for future passenger growth. Work includes widening platforms and replacing ...
Shot Amsterdam man is ‘Kish’ Baboeram (34) from Southeast, likely killed after conflict with rival
Thirty-four-year-old Kish Baboeram was shot and killed outside an Amsterdam cafe in what police believe was a targeted attack. Authorities are currently searching for a slim, light-skinned male suspec...