Dutch News in English
Latest headlines from the Netherlands in English. Covering Amsterdam, Haarlem, and national Dutch news.
Lieuwe van Gogh painting damaged during failed robbery at Amsterdam exhibition
A painting by Lieuwe van Gogh was damaged during an opportunistic theft attempt at the Shelter nightclub in Amsterdam. The suspect was apprehended on-site after surveillance cameras caught him tearing...
Annelies (55) to spend three years in Singapore, but her husband is not joining her
Annelies, aged 55, is struggling to tell her husband about a professional opportunity that would require her to relocate to Singapore for three years. She discusses the situation with Anne-Marije Buck...
Major impact as ships must detour over 100 kilometers due to one-way traffic on the IJssel
Rijkswaterstaat has implemented one-way traffic on the IJssel river due to extremely low water levels. This measure is causing significant disruptions, forcing vessels to detour more than 100 kilomete...
Van Weel is the first to notice, but the other ministers have been warned as well
Minister of Justice David van Weel was forced to make a significant public apology to the opposition in the House of Representatives. This incident highlights the challenges faced by the current cabin...
Video: NDSM wharf shooter throws gun into water, leashes dog and waits for police
Newly released footage shows a suspect acting erratically and disposing of a firearm in the water following a shooting at Amsterdam's NDSM wharf. The man was eventually arrested by police, who also re...
CNN barred from Air Force One, other networks also left behind
The White House has blocked CNN from joining the presidential travel pool for an upcoming trip on Air Force One, opting to replace them with the conservative network Real America's Voice. Other major ...
Frits Wester doesn't want to think about retirement: 'Still as fit as a young monkey'
Political reporter Frits Wester has announced that he has no plans to retire, as he views professional work as essential to his vitality and sense of purpose. The 64-year-old, who returned to work in ...
NH commemorates 150 years of the North Sea Canal
The North Sea Canal is celebrating its 150th anniversary with a new three-part documentary series from NH that explores the waterway's historical impact and future development. The series features per...
Man beaten into hospital on Reguliersdwarsstraat
A man was hospitalized early this morning following an assault on Reguliersdwarsstraat in central Amsterdam. Although initial reports suggested a stabbing, authorities confirmed no such weapon was use...
Street littered with broken glass after explosion at De Pijp coffeeshop
An explosion occurred at a coffeeshop on the Eerste van der Helststraat in Amsterdam during the night, shattering windows and covering the street in glass. No injuries were reported, and police are cu...
Video | Fred from B&B Vol Liefde introduces new love on Renze
Fred, a participant from the show B&B Vol Liefde, has announced that he has found a new partner following his appearance on the program. He introduced his new love interest during an appearance on the...
Screen time | Should the dancing banana have stayed in the compost bin?
The Dutch social media platform Hyves has relaunched, attempting to capitalize on nostalgia and public fatigue with American tech giants. While it seeks to foster real interaction, the platform curren...
Police investigate youths from Southeast who proudly showed weapons to German YouTuber
Amsterdam police are investigating a viral YouTube video that shows masked youths in the Zuidoost district brandishing firearms. Mayor Femke Halsema has condemned the behavior as concerning and confir...
Police investigate youths from Southeast who proudly showed weapons to German YouTuber
Amsterdam police have launched an investigation after a video featuring masked youths brandishing firearms in the city's Southeast district appeared on YouTube. Mayor Femke Halsema described the foota...
Braid lesson for your daughter: Faizi brings girl dads together in Amsterdam
Faizi Nazir has started an initiative in Amsterdam called Papa’s & Pony’s, which teaches fathers how to braid their daughters' hair while providing a space for open discussions about parenting. Th...
Ronald Koeman after loss of Bartina: 'Love and support from people gave us strength'
Ronald Koeman has thanked the public for their support following the death of his wife, Bartina Koeman, who passed away at 65 after battling breast cancer. The football community has honored her memor...
New pitch at football club WV-HEDW is far too slippery: Some players slipped while taking penalties
The new artificial turf pitch at the Amsterdam football club WV-HEDW has been deemed unsafe for senior matches due to extreme slipperiness. This unexpected issue has caused significant scheduling prob...
Large majority of Dutch parliament on homeless drug nuisance: adjust mental healthcare funding
A majority of the Dutch parliament supports reforming mental healthcare financing to provide better care for homeless individuals with complex addiction issues. Lawmakers aim to address gaps in the cu...
Majority of Dutch parliament on drug nuisance by homeless: adjust mental health care funding
A coalition of Dutch political parties is advocating for a reform of mental health care funding to better support homeless individuals struggling with drug addiction. Lawmakers argue that the current ...
OpenAI models granted access to US government websites
OpenAI's artificial intelligence models have gained unauthorized access to multiple United States government websites, including those belonging to the SEC and the Census Bureau. The company is curren...