Dutch News in English
Latest headlines from the Netherlands in English. Covering Amsterdam, Haarlem, and national Dutch news.
Joachime places flowers by the throne and fears a pricier bouquet: ‘Doesn't everyone love flowers?’
The Dutch flower industry faces a potential tax increase as leaked plans suggest raising the VAT on cut flowers from 9 to 21 percent. Florist Joachime Hutten expressed disappointment regarding the pro...
Fashion designer Bob Mackie (87), known for dressing stars like Cher and Diana Ross, has died
Renowned fashion designer Bob Mackie, famous for his glittering costumes and collaborations with icons like Cher, has died at 87. Throughout his career, he won nine Emmy Awards and dressed countless c...
RTL launches competitor for Sinterklaasjournaal: Pietentijd
RTL is launching a new daily program called Pietentijd on November 9 to compete with the NPO's Sinterklaasjournaal. The show, featuring characters from the annual De Grote Sinterklaasfilm series, will...
Working above the IJ tunnel now, running through it soon: "I need you"
NEMO employee Janneke Kluvers is preparing for her first Dam tot Damloop race, which involves running through the IJ tunnel located beneath her office. The event is part of a larger sports roundup tha...
From carriage to briefcase: this is what Prince's Day looks like
Prinsjesdag represents the ceremonial opening of the Dutch political year, featuring a royal procession and the delivery of the Speech from the Throne by King Willem-Alexander. The day concludes with ...
Amsterdam vs Rotterdam in battle for baseball title: "Don't look for a chat with them"
The baseball rivalry between Amsterdam and Rotterdam continues to mirror the intensity of Dutch football, with Neptunus recently securing a 4-0 sweep against the Amsterdam Pirates in the Holland Serie...
AI makers use doomsday scenarios to push for regulations that strengthen their position
Major AI industry leaders are calling for slower development and increased regulation, citing potential existential risks from advanced superintelligence. Critics argue this approach serves as a strat...
India can sell more steel to Europe, but CO2 tax remains
India has secured a trade deal allowing a fixed quota of its steel to enter the European Union under favorable terms. However, all steel exports, regardless of this quota, remain subject to EU carbon ...
Actress Sydney Sweeney too sexy for top-level sports, Hyrox athlete Joanna Wietrzyk proves too human
An advertising campaign for a betting site featuring actress Sydney Sweeney has faced backlash for sexualizing female athletes, drawing criticism from prominent sports figures. Meanwhile, Hyrox athlet...
What if the rainstorm of the century hits Haarlem? 'Nearly 4,900 homes in vulnerable areas'
Approximately 4,900 homes in Haarlem could face significant water accumulation if an extreme storm event, estimated to occur once every century, strikes the area. Research highlights that neighborhood...
Run for your life: everything about the 2026 Dam tot Damloop in Amsterdam
The 40th annual Dam tot Damloop sports weekend will be held on September 19 and 20, 2026, featuring running, cycling, and walking events between Amsterdam and Zaandam. The milestone celebration includ...
Oasis to play two shows at Johan Cruijff Arena next July
Oasis has confirmed two concerts at the Johan Cruijff Arena in Amsterdam on July 16 and 17, 2025. Fans must register by September 17 for a chance to be selected for the ticket purchasing queue.
Former Artis director Maarten Frankenhuis (84) has died
Maarten Frankenhuis, the former director of Artis zoo in Amsterdam, has died at age 84. During his leadership from 1990 to 2003, he was recognized for advancing animal welfare, education, and innovati...
More and more container ships are sailing through the Suez Canal again
Container shipping companies are shifting their routes back to the Suez Canal after having navigated around Africa to avoid Houthi rebel attacks in the Red Sea. This change allows for faster delivery ...
Parels van de Stad festival took ‘extensive security measures’, yet shooting still occurred
Organizers of the Parels van de Stad festival in Amsterdam claimed to have taken extensive security measures prior to their event. However, a shooting occurred on the festival grounds last Saturday, l...
Environmental groups want the cabinet to scrap Schiphol plans despite positive advice
Environmental groups are urging the cabinet to abandon its current Schiphol airport noise reduction plans despite receiving a positive recommendation from the Council of State. Activists argue the gov...
Climate goals remain out of reach: 'Momentum lost in the transition to sustainable energy'
The Netherlands is currently off track to meet its 2030 climate goals, with the PBL projecting a significant shortfall in greenhouse gas reduction. Experts warn that without an aggressive new policy p...
PBL climate advisor: burning Malaysian rainforest unnecessary for climate goals
The Netherlands' climate agency, PBL, has stated that burning wood pellets from rainforests is unnecessary for reaching climate neutrality. Meanwhile, the country is struggling to meet its ambitious e...
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Former MP and councilor Tara Singh Varma (78) has died
Tara Singh Varma, a former Amsterdam city councilor and the first woman with a migrant background to serve in the Dutch parliament, has died at age 78. She was a prominent advocate for minority women ...