Dutch News in English
Latest headlines from the Netherlands in English. Covering Amsterdam, Haarlem, and national Dutch news.
New levy on cheap packages from China could generate billions
The European Union is imposing new levies on low-cost goods from Asian e-commerce sites like SHEIN and Temu to cover rising customs processing costs. Starting November 1, a total of 5 euros in fees wi...
Video | Aerosmith reunited on stage with Johnny Depp
During a recent performance, rock band Aerosmith was joined on stage by actor Johnny Depp. Together, they performed the song Train Kept a Rollin' with Depp contributing on guitar.
District chair Lotte Terwel got ‘Ad Melkert vibes’ from the PRO Amsterdam members' meeting
District chair Lotte Terwel discussed Mayor Femke Halsema's current political responsibilities during a recent meeting with members of PRO Amsterdam. The session, reported by Madelief van Dongen for R...
Roos van Riel and Madelief van Dongen join Politiek aan de Amstel podcast with insights from the Stopera: ‘No discussion is off-limits’
Reporters Roos van Riel and Madelief van Dongen have stepped into new roles as political journalists covering the Amsterdam city hall, also known as the Stopera, for Het Parool. They are now co-hostin...
Amsterdam is full of singles, but who are they? Meet Robin, the city’s most common dater
Approximately 63 percent of Amsterdam residents are single, a figure that far exceeds the 48 percent national average of the Netherlands. Local analysis has synthesized platform data to create a repre...
Tino Martin open to joining De Toppers: 'Talks are underway'
Tino Martin has confirmed that he is in discussions to potentially join the music group De Toppers following the surprise departure of Gerard Joling. Joling left the group due to a lack of involvement...
Lawyer for Overasselt attack target withdraws from case
Jan G. from Overasselt faces legal turmoil following an underworld attack on his home that killed a security guard and led to his own arrest for drug trafficking. His defense attorney, Ralph Takens, h...
Profits of ExxonMobil, Chevron and BP also surge
Oil giants including ExxonMobil, Chevron, and BP have reported massive profit surges driven by higher margins on refined products amid Middle East supply chain disruptions. While corporations are incr...
How to recognize different types of headaches: 'Tension headaches can feel constricting'
Chiropractor Sidney Rubinstein explains that headaches often stem from muscle and neck issues rather than brain-related causes. He outlines the characteristics and potential treatments for common type...
Haarlem Participation Council seeks new members
The Participatieraad Haarlem is looking for new volunteer members to advise local government on social policies related to housing, welfare, and healthcare. Interested residents of Haarlem have until ...
Spinning records, spinning restaurant: dining with live vinyl music above Amsterdam
Restaurant Moon, situated in the rotating top floor of the A’dam Toren in Amsterdam, has launched a monthly vinyl-themed dining series. Guests can enjoy a seasonal multi-course meal while experienci...
Politics in Amsterdam: doubts over fatbike ban success and car owners to pay significantly more in 2027
Amsterdam faces public backlash over upcoming increases to parking permit fees set for 2027 and ongoing skepticism regarding the actual impact of the fatbike ban in Vondelpark. Additionally, city offi...
No budget deal yet: frustration on the right, left wants to continue talks
Negotiations for a new budget deal in the Netherlands remain gridlocked as the cabinet faces conflicting demands from both right-wing and left-wing opposition parties. While right-leaning groups expre...
Halle Berry temporarily loses custody of son to ex-husband
Actress Halle Berry has temporarily lost custody of her son, Maceo, following a court ruling that currently prevents the child from staying overnight at her home. The decision follows allegations that...
BYD promises much faster electric car charging: within 10 minutes
BYD is launching a high-speed "Flash Charging" network in the Netherlands capable of charging compatible electric vehicles from 10 to 97 percent in under ten minutes. The company plans to deploy seven...
Peek & Cloppenburg to leave Dam square for good: store closing at the end of February
Peek & Cloppenburg will permanently close its store on the Dam in Amsterdam at the end of February due to upcoming renovations at the historic site. This move marks a continued decline of the brand's ...
Cabinet on edge over weekend riot plans, shops boarded up: ‘Worrying signals’
Dutch authorities are monitoring reports of potential riots and looting scheduled for the upcoming weekend following social media calls. In response, businesses in some cities have boarded up their st...
‘Frozen croquettes? Grandpa is turning in his grave’ – This is the family behind Febo
Febo continues its 85-year-old tradition of producing only fresh snacks at its Amsterdam-Noord factory, rejecting the use of frozen items. The fourth generation of the founding family, Steff and Femke...
We are Googling less due to new chatbots, major tech companies take a hit on the stock market
Google's parent company, Alphabet, suffered a record-breaking stock market decline as the rise of AI chatbots reduces traditional search engine usage and advertising revenue. In response, Google plans...
AI experiences remarkable ‘crash’ on Chinese stock markets, what about here? ‘This looks a lot like the dot-com bubble’
Chinese technology markets have experienced a significant decline in value since the summer, with AI-related firms losing approximately 40 percent of their worth. Analysts are drawing comparisons to t...