Dutch News in English
Latest headlines from the Netherlands in English. Covering Amsterdam, Haarlem, and national Dutch news.
Flexible usage and occasional power outages must become the new normal
The Netherlands is experiencing severe electrical grid congestion, leading to calls for more flexible energy consumption habits to prevent system overload. Experts suggest that households and business...
Radio DJ Bert Kranenbarg leaves NPO after 32 years, show cut due to budget cuts
Veteran radio DJ Bert Kranenbarg is leaving the NPO after 32 years following budget cuts that led to the cancellation of his program, BertOp5. His final broadcast is scheduled for December 31, 2026, e...
Gigantic bridge section hoisted from the water at the Schinkel
A 235-ton bridge section for the Schinkelbrug project was hoisted from the water near the Nieuwe Meersluis in Amsterdam today. The structure, which was built in Friesland and transported via canal, is...
Parties in Parliament raise the question: who will then represent the voice of ON!
The Dutch parliament discussed Minister Rianne Letschert's plan to revoke the broadcasting license of Ongehoord Nederland due to management failures. While most parties support the move, concerns were...
Ah, not the attacks by teenagers and far-right mobs, but the iftars are the problem
Granting prisoners more than two extra weeks of sentence reduction? State Secretary does not rule it out
State Secretary Claudia van Bruggen has acknowledged that the current two-week sentence reduction for prisoners in the Netherlands may be extended to 40 days due to critical prison overcrowding. The g...
DigiD app now also available for people without a smartphone
The Dutch government has released a new desktop version of the DigiD app that allows users to access services without a smartphone. This update eliminates the need for QR codes and offers compatibilit...
Higher gas prices don't easily push commuters to cycling: 'A matter of habit'
Data reveals a significant rise in electric vehicle sales across Europe, though this trend is driven by multiple factors rather than just fuel prices. Experts note that despite higher gasoline costs, ...
Alderman Esmah Lahlah (46) has only just moved to the city but is already participating in the Great Amsterdam Dictation: 'It's part of my onboarding'
Esmah Lahlah, Amsterdam's new alderman for Education and Youth Care, is participating in the Great Amsterdam Dictation on October 10. She views this event as a key part of her adjustment to the city a...
Amsterdam added over 1,300 social housing units but falls short of targets
Amsterdam increased its social housing stock by 1,322 permanent units over the past year but failed to meet its targets for new construction starts and temporary housing development. Alderman Zita Pel...
Round Droste chocolates are returning to Dutch shelves
The Dutch chocolate brand Droste is returning to store shelves after being acquired by the Polish company Wawel following a period of financial distress. The chocolates will be relaunched under the na...
Dutch parliament concerned about energy bills, but gas tax cannot be lowered
Dutch lawmakers are concerned about rising energy costs leaving many households in poverty but face a major obstacle in providing relief. A potential reduction in gas taxes is blocked by a previous ag...
Urgency on Kabouterbrug due to blockade: "Every Amsterdammer wants to keep cycling"
The Kabouterbrug in Amsterdam has been temporarily opened to emergency vehicles due to ongoing construction at the nearby Overtoomsesluis bridge. This change has caused significant congestion for the ...
Fewer vacation rental nights allowed in neighborhoods plagued by tourism nuisance
The Helmersbuurt has become the ninth district in Amsterdam to reduce the maximum annual nights allowed for vacation rentals from 30 to 15. This measure aims to curb nuisance caused by excessive touri...
More social housing and sustainability on track
The municipality is working to increase the supply of affordable, high-quality, and sustainable social housing. Current updates indicate that progress on these housing initiatives remains on track.
Experts warn of sharp diesel price hike if Trump proceeds with export ban
The Trump administration is considering a diesel export ban to combat high domestic prices ahead of the U.S. midterm elections. Experts warn that this policy would intensify global fuel shortages, fur...
Floodlights fail during decisive JOS Watergraafsmeer penalty: "Suddenly it was dark"
A KNVB Cup match between JOS Watergraafsmeer and TEC Tiel was interrupted when the floodlights automatically turned off during a tense penalty shootout. After a ten-minute delay caused by a municipal ...
Original Sugababes return with new album after 26 years
The original members of the Sugababes have reunited to release their first album in 26 years, featuring twelve new tracks including the single Ghost. The trio, who rose to fame in 2000, have been perf...
Pro tip: tickets for Museum Night Amsterdam are now on sale
Tickets for Museum Night Amsterdam 2026 are now on sale for 25 euros. Scheduled for November 7, the event offers exclusive after-hours access to various museums, featuring live performances, workshops...
Gucci to manufacture sneakers in China instead of Italy for the first time
Gucci has decided to produce certain sneaker models in China instead of Italy to leverage specific manufacturing expertise. This move has drawn criticism from analysts who fear it may undermine the lu...