Dutch News in English
Latest headlines from the Netherlands in English. Covering Amsterdam, Haarlem, and national Dutch news.
Charlize Theron's children want her to date more
The children of 50-year-old actress Charlize Theron are reportedly encouraging her to start dating again. While open to the idea, Theron mentioned that she is looking for a partner who meets very spec...
Adidas revenue rises significantly as it looks forward to World Cup
Adidas reported a significant increase in revenue during the first quarter of the year, driven by strong demand for sportswear. The German manufacturer highlighted particularly high sales in its footb...
Brussels pushes for rapid rollout of age verification app in European countries
The European Commission has advised member states to implement an EU age verification app for websites and social media platforms by the end of the year. The app is intended to provide a standardized ...
Armed robbery at coffeeshop on Papaverweg in North
Multiple suspects armed with a bladed weapon robbed a coffeeshop on Papaverweg in Amsterdam-Noord around 7:30 AM. No injuries were reported, but the suspects fled with an undisclosed amount of loot, p...
Videos replace tanks at Moscow’s annual military parade
The annual military parade in Moscow will proceed without tanks or other major attractions this year. The Russian military is reportedly too preoccupied with the ongoing conflict in Ukraine to include...
Learn 3D printing at Velserbroek library, Makerspace open to everyone 18 and over
The library in Velserbroek is hosting a crash course starting May 11th for adults to learn modern technologies such as 3D printing and laser cutting. The program is held at the library's Maakplaats an...
Review: Over the shoulder of a mighty silverback, we look into the jungle one last time with Sir David Attenborough
Marathon will no longer return to the city center
The Amsterdam Marathon will not return to the city center after a safety study by local authorities concluded the area is too vulnerable for 45,000 participants. While organizers hoped to route the ra...
Weeronline: April was exceptionally sunny and especially dry
April was exceptionally sunny and dry in the Netherlands, ranking among the top five sunniest and top three driest Aprils on record. According to Weeronline, the month saw 260 hours of sunshine and on...
Why Europe seeks protection against cheap Chinese imports with new laws and tariffs
Europe is implementing import levies and new legislation to protect its domestic industries from a surge of cheap Chinese products, such as electric vehicles and solar panels. These measures aim to sa...
Former South Korean president sentenced to 7 years for resisting arrest
Former South Korean President Yoon Suk-yeol has had his prison sentence increased to seven years on appeal for obstructing justice. The conviction stems from his resistance to arrest during an investi...
The Green Heart doesn't want wind turbines, but the province is pushing ahead anyway
Following the failure of community-led consensus efforts in South Holland, the provincial government has decided to designate specific locations for wind farms despite local opposition. The decision c...
National Mill Day in Zaanstreek: mills open, music and activities for children
National Mill Day will take place on May 9 and 10, with hundreds of wind and water mills across the Netherlands opening their doors to the public. The Zaanstreek region will host special events, inclu...
Dutch minimum wage among highest in EU, rose 33 percent over past five years
The Netherlands has one of the highest minimum wages in Europe, trailing only Luxembourg and Ireland. Recent data from the Central Bureau of Statistics (CBS) shows a slight decrease in the number of w...
House shot at on Diamanstraat in South
A residence on Diamantstraat in Amsterdam-Zuid was targeted in a shooting early this morning while the occupants were inside. No injuries were reported, and police are currently searching for suspects...
Lars (16) and Julia (18) dropped out like 70,000 others: bullying, fear of failure and large classes drive children out of school
Approximately 70,000 children and young people in the Netherlands drop out of school annually due to issues like bullying, anxiety, and large class sizes. Despite being a long-standing problem, a solu...
Employees striking less: ‘More satisfied with pay than in previous years’
Employees in the Netherlands went on strike less frequently last year than in 2024, although the actions that did occur lasted significantly longer. A total of 23 strikes resulted in the loss of nearl...
Better to catch it early: these 10 warning signs could point to cancer
Oncologists in the Netherlands are urging the public to take potential cancer warning signs seriously and consult a general practitioner without hesitation. Early detection remains crucial as cancer i...
Hans van Weenen locates Uitgeest Castle. ‘De Vrijburg is certainly fitting’
Hans van Weenen, a 75-year-old researcher from Castricum, has identified the location of the former Vrijburg castle in Uitgeest. By analyzing a map from 1856, he determined that the historical site li...
Haarlem launches second investigation into sinkhole at Donkere Spaarne
The municipality of Haarlem has launched a second investigation into sinkholes at the Donkere Spaarne quay as final repairs take place this week. While the damage is not severe enough to require movin...