Dutch News in English
Latest headlines from the Netherlands in English. Covering Amsterdam, Haarlem, and national Dutch news.
Online friendships are real friendships, youth play In Real Life aims to show parents
The theater production "In Real Life" (IRL) by De Toneelmakerij aims to bridge the generational gap by showing parents that online friendships formed through gaming are genuine and significant. The pl...
New cabinet cuts benefits: how the plans hit the long-term sick
The new Dutch cabinet’s proposed budget cuts will reduce benefits for fully incapacitated employees by up to 270 euros per month. Additional austerity measures could potentially increase these losse...
'The Other Side of Amsterdam' is the name of the show – but which side is that?
The television program "De andere kant van Amsterdam" recently highlighted the devastating New Year's Eve fire at the historic Vondelkerk and the subsequent plans for its restoration. Architect André...
Ricky Fishman's wife was run over by a garbage truck: ‘I wrote the driver: if you want my forgiveness, I forgive you’
Ricky Fishman traveled to Amsterdam for the trial of a garbage truck driver who fatally struck his wife, Cindy Charles, in October 2024. The driver faces charges of reckless driving after turning agai...
Dozens of flights at Schiphol cancelled as a precaution due to winter weather
Airlines have preemptively cancelled approximately 100 flights at Schiphol Airport due to expected winter weather conditions. These cancellations primarily affect European destinations and were made a...
Ukrainian teachers teach between air raid sirens in ‘Timestamp’: ‘Cried a lot during editing’
The documentary *Timestamp*, directed by Kateryna Gornostai, depicts the daily lives of Ukrainian teachers and students maintaining education amidst the ongoing Russian invasion. Filmed between 2023 a...
Patrick Kluivert and Jordi Cruijff open Cruyff Court in neighborhood where he grew up
Former football star Patrick Kluivert, joined by Ajax technical director Jordi Cruijff, officially opened a new Cruyff Court in the Amsterdam-Noord neighborhood where he grew up. Kluivert expressed pr...
U2 lashes out at ICE agents and Iranian regime on first album since 2017
U2 has unexpectedly released a new EP titled *Days of Ash*, marking the band's first release since 2017. The record features guest musician Ed Sheeran and addresses social injustices, specifically cri...
Billions in profits for Dutch banks, yet checking account fees are rising: why is that?
Major Dutch banks ING, Rabobank, and ABN Amro reported record annual profits last year, drawing public criticism as service fees for checking accounts continue to rise while savings interest remains l...
The older, the stiffer: Expert explains how stretching keeps you flexible and prevents pain
Movement scientist Jo de Ruiter explains how regular stretching can help older adults maintain flexibility and prevent pain as the body naturally stiffens with age. The expert provides guidance on pro...
Heat actor Tom Noonan dies at 74
American actor and director Tom Noonan passed away on Saturday at the age of 74. He was best known for his roles in films such as Heat, Manhunter, and The Monster Squad.
Halsema lashes out at British police over claim about shared information on Maccabi fans
Amsterdam Mayor Femke Halsema has criticized the West Midlands Police for falsely claiming that their decision to bar Maccabi Tel Aviv fans from an Aston Villa match was based on intelligence provided...
Council members react to polls: "The campaign has begun!"
A recent poll for the Amsterdam municipal elections shows PvdA and GroenLinks competing for the lead, while the VVD faces a decline and local parties struggle to secure seats. City council members rea...
After Henny’s (58) unexpected death, Willem opens her dream shop: ‘In that world she felt safe’
Following the unexpected death of 58-year-old Henny Christophersen, her husband Willem is opening a dollhouse shop in Lochem to honor her memory. Henny, who owned 40 dollhouses, found solace in the mi...
Security cameras to tackle persistent youth nuisance in Hoofddorp shopping area
The Haarlemmermeer municipality will install surveillance cameras at the Vier Meren shopping center in Hoofddorp next month to combat persistent youth nuisance, including theft, brawls, and a recent s...
Meta to equip smart glasses with facial recognition: 'Doomsday scenario for privacy'
A leaked memo indicates that Meta plans to equip its smart camera glasses with facial recognition technology to allow users to identify individuals in public. Privacy advocates have condemned the pote...
Train stations under the microscope: how passengers rate the stations in Haarlem
Nearly 84,000 travelers participated in a survey over the past year to rate 393 Dutch train stations on their quality and facilities. The resulting ranking highlights passenger satisfaction levels acr...
KNVB fines Telstar for fireworks: club accepts punishment
The KNVB has fined Telstar 7,500 euros for a fireworks incident that occurred during a home match against Excelsior on November 1. The football club from Velsen-Zuid has accepted the penalty.
Nabil Aoulad Ayad was addicted and didn't finish school – but then discovered beatboxing
Dutch comedian Nabil Aoulad Ayad is premiering his new show, "Started from the bottom," which chronicles his journey from a troubled youth to a successful entertainer. Despite early struggles with dru...
Even tot hier presenter Jeroen Woe cancels theater shows due to inflammation
Dutch comedian and "Even tot hier" presenter Jeroen Woe has canceled all upcoming theater performances with partner Niels van der Laan through the end of March. The cancellations are due to an abdomin...