Dutch News in English
Latest headlines from the Netherlands in English. Covering Amsterdam, Haarlem, and national Dutch news.
Mold and excessive rent: Amsterdam landlord must repay over 15,000 euros
An Amsterdam landlord has been ordered to refund over 15,000 euros to tenants after a court found they were significantly overcharged and provided a property with maintenance defects like mold. The co...
Jim Carrey secretly married for the third time
Actor Jim Carrey has reportedly married his partner, Min Ah, in a private ceremony. The couple, who made their public debut at the César Awards in Paris earlier this year, have largely kept their rel...
Space found for 300 Amsterdam businesses on the city's congested power grid
Grid operator Liander has managed to connect 305 businesses in Amsterdam by expanding substation capacity and introducing flexible energy contracts to manage peak demand. Despite these efforts, hundre...
These 16 Amsterdam restaurants with play areas are ideal for small children
A list of sixteen restaurants and cafes in Amsterdam has been highlighted for their family-friendly atmosphere and dedicated play areas. These venues are specifically recommended for parents who want ...
Eighteen kilos of cocaine found in crew member's carry-on after flight from Mexico to Schiphol
Customs officers at Schiphol Airport intercepted eighteen kilograms of cocaine found in the carry-on luggage of a crew member arriving from Mexico. The narcotics have been destroyed, and a specialized...
Over 27 million euros bid for Peter Gillis' holiday parks
Three holiday parks owned by Peter Gillis have received bids totaling over 27 million euros at a forced auction to cover a debt of more than 20 million euros owed to businessman Marc van Rooi. A court...
Cornald Maas is new jury chair of Annie M.G. Schmidt Prize
Cornald Maas has been named the new jury chairman for the Annie M.G. Schmidtprijs, an annual award honoring the best Dutch theater song. The announcement comes as the organization prepares for its upc...
Meetings regarding paid parking in Ter Kleefkwartier
The city of Haarlem is organizing informational meetings for residents and business owners to discuss the upcoming implementation of paid parking in the Ter Kleefkwartier neighborhood. These sessions ...
Report nuisance with Zo Gemeld
Starting October 5, 2026, Haarlem will replace the BuitenBeter app with a new system called Zo Gemeld for reporting public space issues. Residents can submit reports via the new mobile app or the city...
Sustainable energy subsidy for Waarderpolder extended
The subsidy program for sustainable energy measures in the Waarderpolder has been extended until December 31, 2029. Businesses can receive reimbursement for up to 25% of costs for projects like solar ...
Buffet van Odette on the Prinsengracht celebrates 25th anniversary: People often ask why we only have one restaurant
Buffet van Odette, a popular family-run restaurant located on the Prinsengracht, is celebrating its 25th anniversary. Founder Odette Rigterink credits the establishment's enduring success to its signa...
Austria makes cheap parcels more expensive again
Austria is introducing an additional 2 euro processing fee on small, non-EU packages starting November 1, following a broader EU customs charge implemented earlier this year. These stricter import rul...
Shipbuilder Damen claims 4.7 billion from Germany after project cancellation
Dutch shipbuilder Damen is seeking 4.7 billion euros from Germany after the abrupt cancellation of a contract for six naval frigates. The company claims the termination was unexpected and argues that ...
Truck comes to a halt just before office building after collision with van
A truck and a delivery van collided on the Nieuw-Zeelandweg in Amsterdam's Westelijk Havengebied this morning, causing significant property damage including a downed lamppost. Fortunately, no injuries...
Quitting smoking after 30 years: 50 percent lower risk of cardiovascular disease after just 3 months
Quitting smoking is highly beneficial for long-term health regardless of how long one has been a smoker. According to Judith Noijen of the Jellinek clinic, stopping tobacco use can lead to a significa...
Paulien Cornelisse's husband writes about her columns: 'A great gift'
The husband of the late writer Paulien Cornelisse has shared personal tributes to her work and revealed that she left behind a letter with instructions for him before her death at age fifty. Corneliss...
October 2026: what to do in Amsterdam this month
Amsterdam is hosting an extensive calendar of events throughout October 2026, ranging from cultural festivals and film showcases to major athletic competitions like the TCS Amsterdam Marathon. Key hig...
Unions threaten regional transport strikes over lack of collective labor agreement
Regional public transport unions have threatened to strike starting October 12 if a new collective labor agreement is not reached. The FNV union demands a 6 percent pay raise and better working condit...
Music lessons and rehearsals at Slachthuis Haarlem resume Monday
Music studios at Slachthuis Haarlem will reopen for lessons and rehearsals on October 5 following a temporary management takeover by Hart Haarlem and Patronaat. While the venue's rehearsal spaces will...
Signal CEO receives honorary doctorate from VU: "Challenges the power of big tech"
Meredith Whittaker, president of the Signal Foundation, will receive an honorary doctorate from Amsterdam's Vrije Universiteit on November 19, 2026. The university is honoring her for her advocacy reg...