Dutch News in English
Latest headlines from the Netherlands in English. Covering Amsterdam, Haarlem, and national Dutch news.
Lawyers for Frits van Eerd want judges to personally inspect the famous fridge used to store cash
Lawyers for Frits van Eerd have asked an appeals court to personally inspect the workshop where the former Jumbo executive stored cash in a refrigerator. The defense argues the facility was highly sec...
Investigation into AI scandal involving Frans Timmermans stalls due to refusal by PVV's Maikel Boon
The Dutch parliamentary investigation into PVV member Maikel Boon has stalled due to his refusal to cooperate regarding AI-generated images of Frans Timmermans. The integrity committee, unable to comp...
Arrest team detains confused man at Muntplein in Amsterdam
Police detained a distressed man at Muntplein in central Amsterdam on Tuesday afternoon, forcing a temporary suspension of local tram services. The individual was taken into custody without incident a...
Muntplein in Amsterdam cordoned off due to 'suspicious situation'
Police arrested a distressed man at Amsterdam's Muntplein shortly before 12:30 p.m. following an incident that caused a significant security perimeter and the temporary suspension of tram services. Th...
NPO warns of fake emails requesting audition videos for youth series
The NPO has alerted the public to a phishing scheme where scammers posing as broadcasters request inappropriate audition tapes from children. The fraudulent emails involve a fake series called Nina's ...
Anyone who gets in the way of bunq founder Ali Niknam must go, according to a biography written by three investigative journalists: 'For Ali, everything is about efficiency, never about empathy for others'
An unauthorized biography of bunq founder Ali Niknam describes a demanding leadership style that prioritizes extreme efficiency over employee empathy. The book, written by three investigative journali...
Hanneke Groenteman had to surrender driver's license after crashing into lamppost
Presenter Hanneke Groenteman had her driver's license confiscated for three months following a single-vehicle accident where she crashed into a lamppost. Authorities suspected she may have lost consci...
EU opens door wider to free trade agreement with the Philippines
The European Union has restarted trade negotiations with the Philippines to eliminate tariffs on most goods and strengthen economic ties. The agreement aims to reduce European dependence on other majo...
Stadsschouwburg Amsterdam has its name back
As of September 22, the theater located at Leidseplein has officially reclaimed its former name, Stadsschouwburg Amsterdam. The institution is celebrating the occasion by reflecting on several signifi...
SEE NL defends choice of documentary Paikar as Dutch Oscar entry
SEE NL is defending its decision to submit the documentary Paikar as the Dutch Oscar entry following criticism from filmmaker Mike van Diem, who argued the choice disadvantages feature films. The orga...
Armed robber (20) sentenced to one year in prison for jewelry store heist in Capelle
A 20-year-old man from Amsterdam has been sentenced to two years in prison, with one year suspended, for his role in an armed robbery at a jewelry store in Capelle aan den IJssel. The perpetrator, rec...
Olcay Gulsen apologizes after Lil Kleine incident at wedding: 'Misjudged the situation'
Olcay Gulsen has apologized for inviting rapper Lil Kleine to perform at her wedding, acknowledging that the move was insensitive given her history of advocating against violence toward women. Critics...
KLM resumes flights to Dubai and Saudi Arabia from late October
KLM plans to resume flights to Dubai and Saudi Arabia in late October, though the schedule remains subject to change based on the security situation in the Middle East. Meanwhile, the airline continue...
Eva and Thomas spend 430 euros in two days and then panic sets in
Eva and Thomas, a couple aged 32 and 36, frequently struggle with financial stress due to overspending shortly after receiving their monthly salaries. They consistently find themselves anxious about t...
Jake Paul hits back at critics after Washington visit: 'Ask questions yourself'
Jake Paul has responded to criticism following a series of meetings he and his brother Logan held with high-ranking U.S. government officials in Washington. Paul defended the visits, stating he aims t...
Arnold Schwarzenegger to release new self-help book in 2027
Actor and former governor Arnold Schwarzenegger plans to release a new self-help book in 2027. The work will offer a practical guide to personal development, utilizing lessons from his own life to pro...
Robin Williams' daughter angry over AI videos of father: 'He is not a puppet'
Zelda Williams has publicly condemned the creation of AI-generated videos featuring her late father, Robin Williams, describing the content as inaccurate and exploitative. She emphasized that her fath...
Dutch fine of 5 million euros for Swiss bank UBS for assisting tax evaders
The Dutch Public Prosecution Service has fined UBS 5 million euros for its role in assisting clients with tax evasion between 2005 and 2015. The investigation focused on Credit Suisse, which was acqui...
Existing owner-occupied homes slightly cheaper in August, price growth continues to slow
Existing owner-occupied home prices in the Netherlands fell by 0.1 percent in August, though they remain 3.3 percent higher than a year ago. The market is cooling due to higher mortgage interest rates...
Francine Oomen working on third and final Hoe overleef ik book for adults
Author Francine Oomen is developing the third and final book in her adult-themed series, Hoe overleef ik, which follows the original characters into their adult lives. The author is incorporating read...