Dutch News in English
Latest headlines from the Netherlands in English. Covering Amsterdam, Haarlem, and national Dutch news.
Stirrings Still review: a happy combination of ingredients
Stirrings Still, the final prose work by Samuel Beckett, has been transformed into a performance featuring new music by Trevor Bača. The piece, featuring narrator Paul Griffiths and the JACK Quartet,...
Utrechtsestraat will not become one-way after all: speed bumps, crosswalk, and possible speed camera to make street safer
The city has decided against implementing one-way traffic on the Utrechtsestraat following research that suggested alternative safety measures. Instead, authorities plan to install speed bumps, a new ...
Rasja (55) and Ghislaine (26): ‘I was already working behind the counter in your dental practices when I was sixteen’
Rasja and her daughter Ghislaine discuss how Ghislaine grew up working in the family dental practice in Amsterdam. By starting at the front desk at age sixteen, Ghislaine gained enough experience to f...
Peter Gabriel to release new album on November 27
Peter Gabriel is set to release his new thirteen-track album, titled o/i, on November 27. The project, which covers themes such as technology and nature, follows his 2023 release and marks a surprisin...
Tribute to Cornelisse in Slimste Mens: 'We are keeping Paulien with us for a little longer'
The popular Dutch quiz show De slimste mens has paid tribute to jury member Paulien Cornelisse following her death from cancer. Although one episode was replaced by a broadcast of her theater show, th...
'Forgotten' crypto sector fears exodus from the Netherlands: 'We are completely surprised'
The Dutch cryptocurrency sector is concerned that new tax legislation will force investors and companies to leave the Netherlands. Industry representatives argue that while other retail investors rece...
Anne Hathaway felt pressure from book fans for Verity movie: 'Great responsibility'
Anne Hathaway and the cast of Verity discussed the challenges of adapting the popular novel, emphasizing their desire to respect the source material while managing fan expectations. The film follows a...
Screen ban in UvA lectures aims to improve learning, but temptation remains under the desk
The University of Amsterdam has implemented a laptop ban for interdisciplinary social science lectures to improve student focus. This policy seeks to reduce classroom distractions, though student reac...
Weekend tips: things to do in Haarlem (October 2-4)
Haarlem hosts several music-themed events from October 2 to October 4, including the Haarlem Vinyl Festival, a Vinyl Bingo Diner, and a choir performance at de Koepel. Additionally, the St. Bavo Churc...
Amsterdam network GasTerug warns as energy prices rise again: The urgency is greater than ever
The Amsterdam-based network GasTerug is calling on residents to reduce their energy consumption as gas prices rise again. They suggest that setting thermostats to 18 degrees is an essential and urgent...
Retrospective of revolutionary Matisse: "He kept reinventing himself"
The H'ART Museum in Amsterdam is hosting a comprehensive retrospective of Henri Matisse, featuring 37 works from the Centre Pompidou. The exhibition explores the artist's constant stylistic reinventio...
Actress Sophia Bush reveals in new memoir that she secretly got married
Actress Sophia Bush recently revealed in her memoirs that she and retired soccer player Ashlyn Harris were married during a private ceremony in New York. The couple chose to keep the wedding small and...
It's Children's Book Week: how to get your child reading again
As the annual Children's Book Week takes place in the Netherlands, parents are facing challenges in encouraging children to read due to the prevalence of smartphones and social media. The article expl...
These North Holland farmers are seeking creative side incomes
Sixty percent of farmers in North Holland are diversifying their businesses with non-agricultural activities to ensure financial stability amidst industry uncertainty. These additional ventures, rangi...
Opticians divided over sale of 'spy glasses': 'We won't wait for a ban'
Dutch opticians are divided over selling AI-integrated smart glasses, with some retailers choosing to pull the products from shelves due to privacy concerns and others maintaining sales. The governmen...
Jubilant Jesse Klaver on social media: VVD members are struggling with it
GroenLinks-PvdA leader Jesse Klaver has sparked internal friction within the VVD by claiming victory in the recent Prinsjesdag negotiations. His public remarks have caused local party officials to fac...
Public Prosecution Service demands 80 hours of community service for pro-Palestinian protester for trivializing the Holocaust
Prosecutors have requested an 80-hour community service sentence for a man who made antisemitic comments during a pro-Palestinian protest in Amsterdam. The suspect is accused of trivializing the Holoc...
Empty crutches left at Ruk en Pluk after break-in on Linnaeusstraat: "Come with a parachute"
Extensive construction on the Linnaeusstraat in Amsterdam is severely limiting customer access to local businesses, causing a sharp decline in revenue for shop owners. Business operators are seeking m...
Huge 17th-century VOC ship Batavia sails through Amsterdam in 2026: "Wonderful"
A 17th-century VOC ship reconstruction named the Batavia passed through Amsterdam on a pontoon following a two-week renovation at the NDSM wharf. The massive 56-meter vessel is now en route to Lelysta...
Suzan & Freek announce new album: 'Created when life suddenly took a different turn'
Musical duo Suzan & Freek have announced a new album arriving on November 13, reflecting on the profound personal changes in their lives following Freek's terminal lung cancer diagnosis. The record fe...