Dutch News in English
Latest headlines from the Netherlands in English. Covering Amsterdam, Haarlem, and national Dutch news.
Stefan de Walle steps down as Sinterklaas in Het Sinterklaasjournaal after 15 years: ‘Goodbye!’
Actor Stefan de Walle is stepping down from his role as Sinterklaas in the national program Het Sinterklaasjournaal after fifteen years. He expressed his gratitude to the audience and his colleagues w...
Stefan de Walle steps down as Sinterklaas in Sinterklaasjournaal after fifteen years
Actor Stefan de Walle is stepping down from his role as Sinterklaas in the popular Dutch program Het Sinterklaasjournaal after fifteen years. A successor will be revealed during the program on Novembe...
Operation Fur: Council backs alderman in fight against slumlords, but criticizes results
Amsterdam alderman Zita Pels has committed to auditing 20,000 homes to tackle housing exploitation, though council members are skeptical about the plan's feasibility due to budget cuts and past enforc...
Operation Fur: Council backs alderman in fight against slumlords, but criticizes results
Amsterdam Alderman Zita Pels has launched an ambitious initiative to inspect 20,000 rental properties, aiming to curb high costs and slumlord behavior. While the city council supports the goal, member...
Mischa Blok’s favorite Amsterdam word: Unfortunately, fewer and fewer people use the word 'sores' and choose 'trauma' instead
Journalist Mischa Blok will compete in the 2026 Groot Amsterdams Dictee on October 10. She recently expressed her preference for using the term sores over trauma, arguing that people should avoid path...
What a beautiful grey color, I said about my neighbor's cat. ‘Are you blind? That cat is black! Go buy some glasses!’
A resident on Javastraat struggles with a perpetually angry neighbor who constantly insults them over minor observations. After the neighbor criticizes the narrator for losing their temper just once, ...
Amsterdam police deploy drones for traffic enforcement: We reach areas needing supervision faster
Amsterdam police have begun using drones to conduct targeted traffic enforcement and improve situational awareness on the roads. This new technology allows officers to reach specific areas more quickl...
Man in yellow top sought for shooting in Lijnden
Police are seeking a suspect following a robbery and shooting that occurred in Lijnden on July 28. Authorities released footage of the man, described as being around 25 years old, who fled the scene i...
'Secret' draft budget revealed: different Box 3 plan, baby bonus, and cheaper flowers after all
A leaked draft budget from Finance Minister Eelco Heinen revealed plans to secure opposition support through tax concessions, a baby bonus, and lower VAT for flowers. The proposal was ultimately rejec...
'Dating app for books' a big success: 50,000 swipes in first weekend
Hebban has launched a dating-app-style feature for book recommendations that generated 50,000 swipes in its first weekend. This initiative is part of a wider effort by the CPNB to improve declining li...
C The Future brings technology and circularity together in Haarlem
C The Future will host its fourth annual event at MAAK Park in Haarlem on October 3 to explore the intersection of technology, creativity, and sustainability. The free event features workshops and dem...
Tom Cruise warns film colleagues that he is demanding
Actor Tom Cruise has openly acknowledged that he is a demanding colleague, warning co-workers in advance about his intense professional expectations. He describes his upcoming role as an oil tycoon in...
US interest rates almost certain to rise, and we will feel it immediately in the Netherlands
The U.S. Federal Reserve faces pressure regarding a potential interest rate hike, with concerns over political backlash and financial market stability. Any decision made by the central bank is expecte...
How a railway strike led to the Hunger Winter
On September 17, 1944, approximately 30,000 Dutch railway employees went on strike and went into hiding to resist the German occupation. This action triggered a chain reaction that eventually led to t...
Armani hires first creative director from outside the family
Armani has appointed its first non-family creative director, a former artistic leader from Versace, to oversee the Emporio Armani brand and accessories. This strategic shift follows the death of compa...
Influencers Dave Roelvink and Marijn Kuipers split up after two years
Influencers Dave Roelvink and Marijn Kuipers have decided to end their relationship after two years together. The couple stated that they are separating because their future aspirations have become in...
It is fun, easy to use and costs less than a thousand euros: the e-scooter could quickly become very popular in Amsterdam
The entry of Segway into the electric scooter market at an affordable price point is expected to increase the vehicle's popularity in Amsterdam. Observers are evaluating how this shift toward low-cost...
New books with 'revelations' about Princess Diana stolen in the Netherlands
Four copies of a new book about Princess Diana authored by her brother, Charles Spencer, were stolen from a truck in the Netherlands during a driver's rest stop. Publishers have implemented strict mea...
Ajax extends contract of defender Dies Janse until 2030
Ajax has signed defender Dies Janse to a contract extension that will keep him at the club until 2030. Janse, who entered the youth system in 2020 and debuted in 2024, has been praised by management f...
Suspension for nitrous oxide and victim of violent robbery: Ajax signing Bissouma has a turbulent past
Ajax has signed experienced midfielder Yves Bissouma, who arrives with a record of 202 Premier League appearances. His transfer follows a turbulent career marked by disciplinary suspensions, legal iss...