Dutch News in English
Latest headlines from the Netherlands in English. Covering Amsterdam, Haarlem, and national Dutch news.
Residents in Schalkwijk make their neighborhood greener
Residents in the Schalkwijk district of Haarlem are collaborating with the local municipality to transform neglected grass areas into vibrant green spaces filled with native plants. Funded by the Regi...
Amsterdam house prices fall faster than national average, but overbidding remains the norm
House prices in Amsterdam fell by 5.8% in the first quarter of 2026, a sharper decline than the 2.7% drop seen nationally across the Netherlands. This trend is driven by an increase in supply as inves...
Jutta Leerdam makes Forbes 30 Under 30 list: 'So unreal'
Dutch speed skater Jutta Leerdam has been included in the Forbes 30 Under 30 list within the Sports & Games category. The prestigious list by the American business magazine recognizes her as one of th...
Brussels wants European mega-companies to compete with China and US: merging must become easier
The European Commission is considering a revision of merger guidelines to facilitate the creation of larger companies within the European Union. This strategic shift aims to help European businesses c...
First exhibition of a Dutch artist in the Rijksmuseum gardens
Nature permit still required for Rotterdam and Eindhoven airports
A Dutch court has ruled that Rotterdam and Eindhoven airports must obtain nature permits, overturning a previous government decision that deemed them unnecessary. The ruling follows legal challenges f...
New rescue attempt started for stranded whale Timmy
A new rescue attempt has been launched for Timmy, a humpback whale stranded near the German island of Poel in the Bay of Wismar. The whale has been stuck since early this month and was previously give...
How a prophetic photo became street art thanks to Kamp Seedorf
Artist collective Kamp Seedorf has transformed an iconic 1980s photograph of Frank Rijkaard and Patrick Kluivert into street art. The original image was captured by photographer Pim Ras and highlights...
Singer-songwriter Melle: Staying true to myself, only then comes the question of whether others like it
Singer-songwriter Melle Boddaert, an alumnus of the InHolland conservatory in Haarlem, has established his music career by winning regional awards and participating in the Popronde tour. Following the...
Haarlem talent in semi-finals of Princess Christina Competition: ‘Exciting, and nice to play for an audience’
Young musicians Hanna Zhang and Abel Honée from Haarlem have reached the semi-finals of the Prinses Christina Concours. The two teenage talents are scheduled to perform this Saturday in Leiden for a ...
Injury woes the most constant factor in AZ's impressive season, according to Danielle Kliwon
AZ remains the only Dutch club still competing in three different tournaments this season despite a persistent series of injuries. The team's performance has been noted as particularly impressive comp...
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Gisèle Pelicot receives Four Freedoms Award in Middelburg
French rape survivor Gisèle Pelicot received the Four Freedoms Award for 'Freedom from Fear' during a ceremony in Middelburg. Pelicot, who gained international recognition for making her trial agains...
Babboe cargo bikes return, relaunch starting in Germany among other countries
Parent company Accell has announced that Babboe cargo bikes will return to the market following a major safety recall. The relaunch comes after the Dutch Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority (NV...
Come on, chickens! by Hilde Peters named Picture Book of the Year 2027
Hilde Peters' picture book 'Kom maar, kipjes!' has been selected as the Picture Book of the Year for 2027. The book succeeds 'Kleine Aap' and will be the featured title during the National Reading Day...
Rijkswaterstaat urges drivers not to take shortcuts during A2 roadworks
Rijkswaterstaat is urging drivers to follow official detour routes and avoid using navigation apps for shortcuts during upcoming maintenance on the A2 highway. Previous closures between the Everdingen...
Israeli strike destroys crucial bridge in southern Lebanon
Israeli airstrikes have destroyed a crucial bridge over the Litani river, severing the final connection between the southern city of Tyre and the rest of Lebanon. According to the state news agency NN...
Man with assistance dog ends up in ditch in Haarlem
A man with a service dog fell into a ditch in Haarlem on Thursday morning. He sustained injuries during the incident and was subsequently transported to the hospital.
Scammers exploit parcel delivery service DPD
Scammers are increasingly using the name of parcel delivery service DPD to steal money through fraudulent emails and text messages. These phishing messages falsely claim a package is ready for deliver...
Dozens of designer drug websites taken offline over safety concerns
The Dutch health and food safety authorities (IGJ and NVWA) have taken dozens of websites selling designer drugs offline. Officials warned that using these substances can be life-threatening and pose ...