Dutch News in English
Latest headlines from the Netherlands in English. Covering Amsterdam, Haarlem, and national Dutch news.
Tax authority opens support center in Southeast
The Dutch Tax and Customs Administration is opening a new support center in the Zuidoost district of Amsterdam next Wednesday. Located at the Stadsloket on Anton de Komplein, the facility will provide...
Study: more euthanasia reports due to changing society
Research from Radboudumc, UMC Utrecht, and Amsterdam UMC indicates that the rise in euthanasia requests is driven by shifting societal views on death. Additional factors contributing to this trend inc...
New borough executive board members
The Amsterdam city council has officially appointed new executive board members for the city's districts. The announcement outlines the individuals selected to serve in these administrative roles.
FNV demands cabinet cuts be scrapped: 'Employers must foot the bill'
The FNV labor union has announced plans for increased strikes and actions starting in September to protest the cabinet's proposed cuts to social security. The union is demanding that the government re...
Finally a decision on the nitrogen file. Not everyone is happy, but that is unavoidable
After years of political deadlock and protests, a majority in the Dutch parliament appears to be forming in support of a new nitrogen policy. While the decision is not yet finalized, the cabinet seems...
More people died than expected during heatwave
During last week's extreme heatwave, over 3,500 people died in the Netherlands. Data from the National Institute for Public Health and the Environment (RIVM) indicates that this mortality figure is hi...
Gall & Gall employees get their way: higher wages and Sunday bonuses
Liquor store chain Gall & Gall has reached a new collective labor agreement with the CNV union, which includes salary increases and the preservation of Sunday surcharges for employees. This agreement ...
Aviation sector pleads with Brussels to delay new border control system
The European aviation sector is facing significant flight delays and disruptions due to the implementation of the new digital Entry/Exit System (EES). Industry representatives are urgently requesting ...
Talks on future management of Dorpsweide raise questions: 'Are we heading toward ending self-management?'
Beverwijk city council members are debating future management and operation strategies for the Dorpsweide in Wijk aan Zee. The discussion was prompted by concerns regarding evening parking practices o...
City district board members appointed by city council with broad support despite earlier negative advice
Public support for nuclear power plants weighs heavily, says state secretary
State Secretary Jo-Annes de Bat stated that local public support is a crucial factor for the Dutch government in selecting sites for two new nuclear power plants. Although Eemshaven is technically the...
Comedy series Nordin renewed for second season on Prime Video
Prime Video has announced that the comedy series 'Nordin,' starring Khalid Alterch, has been renewed for a second season. Filming for the new season is scheduled to begin this summer, with a release e...
Research platform: Facebook channels profit from polarization
Research platform Justice for Prosperity has found that thousands of Dutch Facebook pages are generating revenue by spreading content designed to incite anger and polarization. These pages masquerade ...
Car blocks elevator at Vijzelgracht garage: "Maybe it came up by itself"
A car blocked an elevator lift at the Vijzelgracht parking garage in Amsterdam from Tuesday evening to Wednesday afternoon. While residents suspected the driver of improper use, the owner claimed the ...
New caravans remain popular, used motorhomes suffer from higher costs
Sales of new caravans in the Netherlands increased during the first half of this year. Conversely, the market for used campers declined, largely due to rising costs for owners.
Great relief as De Adriaan finally turns again after ten months. 'I wanted that windmill back so badly'
After ten months of closure due to extensive wood rot repairs, the historic windmill De Adriaan in Haarlem has finally resumed operation. The renovation was prompted by routine maintenance that reveal...
He is controversial, but Danielle Kliwon still feels a little bit of what that horny teenager used to feel for 'her madman'
The author confesses to having had a teenage crush on football player Marko Arnautovic in the past. She acknowledges that he remains a controversial figure today.
Thrift sector has enough goods but lacks money and manpower
Thrift store organizations in the Netherlands are facing significant financial pressure due to rising labor, energy, and housing costs alongside decreasing subsidies. Despite having an abundance of do...
8-month suspended sentence for fatal collision with 30-year-old man on Oostelijke Handelskade
Love Amsterdam? Sing along! Artists perform tribute to the capital at the Concertgebouw
On July 18 and 19, artists will perform a musical tribute to Amsterdam at the Concertgebouw. The event features traditional city-themed music and encourages the audience to sing along.