Dutch News in English
Latest headlines from the Netherlands in English. Covering Amsterdam, Haarlem, and national Dutch news.
Belgium bans imports from Israeli settlements
Belgium has announced an import ban on products originating from Israeli-occupied territories. The country took this unilateral action after the European Commission failed to implement a unified Europ...
Girl's dog bite 'her own fault', but judge disagrees: 3000 euros in damages
A judge in the Netherlands has ruled that a dog owner is liable for damages after his dog bit an 11-year-old girl in Diemen in 2022. The owner must pay 3,000 euros in compensation after the court reje...
Stricter rules for electric car manufacturers in Hungary
Hungary is planning to implement stricter environmental regulations and higher taxes for its electric vehicle manufacturing sector. This shift marks a departure from the previous policies that offered...
Peter Jackson to direct first film in twelve years with new Tintin project
After a twelve-year hiatus from directing feature films, New Zealand filmmaker Peter Jackson is set to return to the director's chair. His upcoming project is expected to be the second installment in ...
Why the local fireworks shows are not happening, and why politicians knew it all along
Proposed local firework shows, intended to offer an alternative to a national fireworks ban in the Netherlands, are failing to materialize. Members of Parliament had previously warned that these local...
GTST under fire after cliffhanger: 'Unfair to compare with 20 years ago'
The Dutch soap opera Goede Tijden, Slechte Tijden is facing renewed criticism regarding its relevance and investment potential following a disappointing cliffhanger performance. Critics are debating w...
Undocumented man may not be evicted from shelter: "No good alternative"
A court has ruled that a Ghanaian man with schizophrenia can remain in his supported housing facility in Amsterdam for now, despite his expired residence permit. The judge determined that evicting him...
The great Amsterdam festival guide for 2026: where you want to go this summer
This article provides a comprehensive guide to the summer festival season in Amsterdam for 2026. It highlights a variety of events, including techno, theater, and music performances, to help residents...
Martin Garrix announces new single with U2 at Tomorrowland
Dutch DJ Martin Garrix announced his new collaborative single 'Fire Flies' with U2 during his performance at Tomorrowland in Antwerp on July 24. The track was debuted live on stage with an appearance ...
Major search operation for missing person after ship sinks in Coenhaven
Emergency services, including fire department divers, launched a major search operation this morning in Amsterdam's Coenhaven after a vessel sank. Authorities are currently investigating the cause of ...
Screen Time | Teenagers recreate the Netherlands in Minecraft: 'It will never be finished'
In the 'Schermtijd' column, tech reporter Rutger Otto discusses a long-term project where teenagers are attempting to recreate the Netherlands within the game Minecraft. The endeavor has been ongoing ...
A joke turns Cas's (35) life from Helmond completely upside down: 'My father was not my father'
Cas Reijnders discovered that his father was not his biological parent after a lighthearted investigation into his origins turned serious. He uncovered evidence of malpractice involving sperm donation...
Mick Harren's girlfriend treated again after complications
Kim, the partner of Mick Harren, is facing new health complications just days after being treated in intensive care following her recent delivery. She remains under medical care as she deals with thes...
Cees Geel's family opens digital condolence register for work memories
The family of actor Cees Geel, who passed away earlier this week, has opened a digital condolence register. They are inviting the public to share memories of Geel and his professional work on this pla...
Reselling your own solar power could be a solution to the end of net metering, but it's not taking off
Reselling surplus solar energy to others was proposed as a solution to the upcoming expiration of the net metering scheme in the Netherlands. However, the implementation is failing to gain momentum du...
Veerle moved to England: 'Even buying a sponge was suddenly an adventure'
Veerle, originally from Haarlem, moved to Reading, England, last year. She shares that the experience of emigrating involves adjusting to small, everyday tasks that can become challenging in a new cou...
Underwater concert at Marnixbad: "Almost a meditative experience"
Visitors at the Marnixbad in Amsterdam are attending a unique underwater concert created by Pak Yan Lau, Thomas Jaspers, and Herman van den Muijsenberg. Inspired by a 48-year-old performance by Max Ne...
Underwater concert at Marnixbad: "Almost a meditative experience"
Visitors at the Marnixbad swimming pool in Amsterdam are attending a unique underwater concert created by artists Pak Yan Lau, Thomas Jaspers, and Herman van den Muijsenberg. The performance, which dr...
More first-time buyers use starter loans: 'Leads to higher prices'
The number of starter loans for first-time homebuyers in the Netherlands increased by 15 percent compared to the previous year. While these loans help young people enter the housing market, experts wa...
Trump threatens Canada with tariffs over 'filthy air' from wildfires
U.S. President Donald Trump has threatened to impose tariffs on Canada, blaming the country for the smoke from wildfires drifting across the border. He described the situation as negligence and sugges...