Dutch News in English
Latest headlines from the Netherlands in English. Covering Amsterdam, Haarlem, and national Dutch news.
Eva (27) earns 3,643 euros a month and works to pay for her hobbies: 'I won't spend more than 30 euros on dining out'
Eva de Groot, a 27-year-old IT professional earning 3243 euros monthly, works primarily to fund her creative ambitions in writing and music. She maintains a strict budget for daily expenses, such as d...
No Kids Zone, sorry: Seoul, London and Brussels have child-free (and senior-free) hospitality, is that a good development?
The emergence of adult-only hospitality venues in cities like Seoul and London is fueling a global debate about child-free spaces. While some businesses are restricting access, other establishments ar...
We fish every day and go all winter long: more and more Amsterdam youth spending free time fishing
The Amsterdam Angling Association has reported a significant rise in youth fishing permits as more young people take up the sport. Participants describe fishing as an accessible outdoor activity that ...
Police search Haarlem park following report of firearm, several people searched
Police conducted a large-scale search of Reinaldapark in Haarlem after receiving reports of a possible firearm on Tuesday evening. Officers searched the area with a drone and police dog, but no weapon...
Breaking Bad actor RJ Mitte dies at 34
Actor RJ Mitte, best known for his role in Breaking Bad, has died at age 34. His representatives confirmed the news on Monday, though no cause of death has been reported for the actor and disability r...
Smulders, Ostermann and Yentl en de Boer win Poelifinario awards
The Poelifinario awards were presented to Smulders, Ostermann, and the duo Yentl en de Boer for their outstanding contributions to Dutch theater. Additionally, David Linszen was honored with the Neerl...
Poelifinario awards for Smulders, Ostermann and Yentl en de Boer
Smulders, Ostermann, and the duo Yentl en de Boer have won Poelifinario awards at the annual Cabaretgala held in The Hague. The event also featured a musical tribute to the late comedian and writer Pa...
Pieterburen Seal Centre on the verge of bankruptcy
The Zeehondencentrum Pieterburen is facing bankruptcy and potential closure due to unexpected financial difficulties and insufficient visitor income following its relocation to Lauwersoog. The loss of...
Actress Selma Blair arrested after incident on plane
Actress Selma Blair was arrested at JFK Airport after experiencing a medical emergency during a flight that led to altercations with staff and law enforcement. She is facing two assault charges for al...
Henk Schiffmacher's team tattoos Rembrandt on Bo's back: "The perfect back"
Tattoo artist Henk Schiffmacher is tattooing a recreation of Rembrandt's 1633 etching, The Descent from the Cross, onto the back of Bo Kwakernaak. The project coincides with an upcoming collaboration ...
Britney Spears releases unreleased song with Justin Timberlake online
Britney Spears has released a previously unreleased track featuring Justin Timberlake titled She'll Never Be Me as part of an anniversary edition of her 2001 album. The singer, who has retired from cr...
Roxeanne and André Hazes hit with podcast: 'They're stark raving mad together'
Siblings Roxeanne and André Hazes have gained significant popularity with their weekly podcast, which is currently a top-twenty hit in the Netherlands. The pair, who have also received a Dutch Podcas...
Opposition slams tax plan: no support for 'sneaky freedom contribution'
The Dutch opposition is firmly rejecting the cabinet's 'freedom contribution' tax plan, which aims to fund increased defense spending by withholding inflation corrections on income taxes. Political pa...
Art director Rick (60) has lived on P.C. Hooftstraat for nearly 20 years: ‘I’m a maximalist, I love having a lot’
For nearly twenty years, Rick Visser has lived in an apartment on Amsterdam's P.C. Hooftstraat, where he avoids the local luxury boutiques. A self-described maximalist, he curates his home using uniqu...
Walrus submarine in Amsterdam for scrapping
The decommissioned Dutch submarine HNLMS Walrus is being transported to Amsterdam to be dismantled and recycled after thirty years of service. The Ministry of Defence is managing the operation, which ...
A different turn to the finish: builders prepare Olympic Stadium for marathon
The Olympic Stadium in Amsterdam is being prepared for the upcoming marathon, which will feature a change in the route within the arena. Runners will now navigate the track in the opposite direction t...
The musical Cats now takes place in the Rijksmuseum: ‘All cats emerge from The Night Watch’
The musical Cats has been updated with a new setting inside the Rijksmuseum, featuring costumes inspired by famous works of art. Performer Nurlaila Karim portrays the character Grizabella in this prod...
It is tough, it is technical, but the solution for box 3 is also hyper-political
The Dutch cabinet is struggling to find a parliamentary majority for its tax plans, specifically regarding the controversial Box 3 issue. The government is currently navigating a difficult negotiation...
European aviation sector wants to adjust border controls after prolonged problems
European aviation organizations are demanding reforms to the EES border system, including more automated gates and the ability to suspend biometric checks during peak congestion. The system, implement...
NOS presenter Afke Boven gets engaged
NOS news presenter Afke Boven has announced her engagement to her partner, Hasper, a commander at Rijkswaterstaat. The couple met eight years ago during a sailing competition and Boven shared the news...