Dutch News in English
Latest headlines from the Netherlands in English. Covering Amsterdam, Haarlem, and national Dutch news.
Pete Davidson calls body shaming of ex Ariana Grande not okay
Pete Davidson has publicly condemned the body shaming directed at his ex-fiancée Ariana Grande, calling the behavior unacceptable. Grande recently announced a temporary break from her career, though ...
Paulien Cornelisse shows that the sick don't have to end up as discarded ballast
The Dutch writer and comedian Paulien Cornelisse has passed away at the age of 50, leading to nationwide tributes and changes to television programming. Despite battling cancer, she continued her work...
ABN AMRO also expects the housing market to cool down next year
ABN AMRO expects the Dutch housing market to cool next year as mortgage interest rates remain high, leading to a downward revision in price and transaction growth forecasts. While rural provinces are ...
New self-employment law aims to provide clarity and prevent false self-employment
The Dutch government has introduced a new bill to provide legal clarity for the country's 1.2 million self-employed workers and their clients. The proposal establishes two specific tests regarding ent...
Municipality critical of provincial plan putting 10,000 homes at risk
The Amsterdam city council is in conflict with the province of North Holland over new spatial plans that protect industrial land at the expense of potential housing. This policy threatens the realizat...
Employees see slight gain as wages rise faster than prices
Dutch employees are experiencing a modest increase in purchasing power as wages continue to rise faster than inflation for the twelfth consecutive quarter. While growth has stabilized at approximately...
Fewer students are borrowing money, but loan amounts continue to rise
The number of students taking out loans in the Netherlands has decreased, but the average borrowed amount has risen significantly. Although most students report managing their finances well, out-of-ho...
Surgery possible on clitoris after 40 years of being available for penis: ‘We don’t understand why it took so long’
A new surgical procedure now allows for the reconstruction of the clitoris in women who have undergone surgery for vulvar cancer, enabling them to retain sexual function. Medical experts have criticiz...
Minister wants mandatory register for real estate agents to prevent misconduct
The Dutch government is proposing a mandatory professional register for real estate agents to improve transparency and address widespread misconduct in the housing market. The new regulations will enf...
Opinion: E-scooters in Amsterdam? These unstable boards are just asking for trouble here
The introduction of e-scooters in Amsterdam is facing criticism due to the city's uneven pavement and safety concerns regarding their use on busy cycle paths. Critics suggest that the devices are inhe...
Australian Koko (31) bought an Amsterdam apartment on her own after about 40 viewings: ‘I was looking for a special home’
After eight years of renting and attending roughly 40 property viewings, 31-year-old Australian expatriate Koko van de Laak has purchased her own apartment in Amsterdam. She eventually found a unique ...
At Neoseum, you can explore the Maya civilization or ancient Egypt: 'Some had to cry when they took off their VR headsets'
Neoseum at Waterlooplein in Amsterdam offers immersive virtual reality experiences that allow visitors to explore ancient Egypt, the jungle of the Maya, or outer space. The twenty-minute sessions are ...
Naaz (28) nominated for the Amsterdam Prize: ‘My next record will be extra interesting’
Singer Naaz, aged 28, has been nominated for the Stimuleringsprijs at this year's Amsterdamprijs voor de Kunst. The award is recognized as the most significant art prize in Amsterdam, and the artist e...
Amsterdam housing market continues to cool down
The housing market in Amsterdam is cooling faster than the rest of the Netherlands, with price growth significantly lower than the national average. Experts attribute this trend to high interest rates...
Amsterdam museums attract fewer visitors: Tourists stay for shorter periods and spend less money
Museums in Amsterdam saw a 5.2 percent decline in visitors during the first half of this year. Industry experts suggest this trend is driven by tourists staying for shorter periods and spending less m...
Large flames erupt from warehouse in Amsterdam
A large fire destroyed a warehouse in Amsterdam Nieuw-West late at night, with no injuries reported. Firefighters are letting the building burn out in a controlled manner, causing temporary train serv...
US judge approves deal allowing Warner Bros. acquisition
An American judge in Oakland has approved a settlement allowing the 110 billion dollar acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery by Paramount Skydance. The deal follows a lawsuit from twelve states that p...
Joint frigate contract with Belgium at risk due to delays and high costs of controversial shipbuilder
The joint Dutch-Belgian project to build six frigates is at risk due to significant construction delays and rising costs from the shipbuilder Damen. Belgium is now considering alternative internationa...
Opposition puts Pro on the spot in debate over 2027 financial plans: "What is left of GroenLinks?"
The Amsterdam City Council held a heated debate over the 2027 municipal budget, focusing on significant job cuts and limited investments. Opposition parties heavily questioned the governing coalition,...
Fierce opposition criticism of coalition plans for homeless and drug nuisance in Amsterdam
Amsterdam's coalition faced significant opposition over proposals to address homelessness, including plans for flexible housing and drug use facilities, which critics fear will increase urban issues. ...