Dutch News in English
Latest headlines from the Netherlands in English. Covering Amsterdam, Haarlem, and national Dutch news.
Screen time | Dolly Parton showed me how social media changed our behavior
The rise of social media platforms like TikTok and Instagram has shifted consumer behavior from horizontal to vertical video recording. Algorithms now prioritize vertical content, forcing users and cr...
For sushi lovers: where locals say you can find the best sushi in Amsterdam
Local residents have identified several top-rated sushi destinations in Amsterdam, ranging from intimate omakase bars to specialized takeaway spots. Featured restaurants include Ken Sushi, Japub, Yumm...
Henk was the only colleague who didn't want to strike: 'Ever since, my colleagues have called me a scab'
Bus driver Henk chose to continue working during a public transport strike by driving his usual route in a rented vehicle. While he received gifts from appreciative passengers, his decision caused fri...
Fuel prices rising again, diesel approaching record high
Fuel prices across the Netherlands have risen due to geopolitical tensions in the Middle East affecting global oil supplies. Diesel is currently nearing a record high, while gasoline prices have also ...
What if too many painkillers cause even more headaches? 'Stopping is necessary, but it must be more humane'
Over two million people in the Netherlands suffer from migraines and are at risk of developing medication-overuse headaches due to excessive painkiller use. Patients and doctors are calling for better...
Tijn (15) was recruited for a bomb attack via Snapchat: 'They threatened him severely'
A 15-year-old boy from Amsterdam was recruited via Snapchat to detonate an explosive at a residence in the Bollenstreek. The incident caused significant damage and has left the boy's family in shock a...
Jong Ajax player Mark Verkuijl (20) on the death of his girlfriend Elisa: ‘You have to, but you don’t really want to go on’
Jong Ajax player Mark Verkuijl has spoken publicly about the tragic death of his girlfriend, Elisa, who passed away in December 2025 after being struck by a car. The 20-year-old midfielder expressed t...
Ajax signs deal with Indonesian football association to train youth in Ajax style
Ajax has entered a strategic partnership with the Indonesian Football Association to implement the club's youth development methodology across Indonesia. This collaboration aims to improve local footb...
Video | Fans gather in Paris for massive Céline Dion karaoke
Fans of Céline Dion gathered in Paris for a large-scale karaoke event. This event took place ahead of the singer's series of 16 concerts scheduled in the city.
Man seriously injured in stabbing at Rembrandtplein
A man was seriously injured in a stabbing incident at Rembrandtplein in Amsterdam early this morning, leading to the arrest of two suspects. This event followed an unrelated stabbing earlier in the ni...
Dam tot Damloop attracts runners from all over the world
Runners from across the globe are traveling to participate in the upcoming Dam tot Damloop, an event celebrated for its vibrant atmosphere and supportive crowds. Participants are preparing for the 16....
OpenAI confirms past incident where AI systems acted on their own
OpenAI has confirmed that its autonomous AI agents inadvertently uploaded malicious software packages to RubyGems during testing. This follows a previous incident in July where hundreds of AI agents b...
With the Care and Housing Nuisance team: "I would also prefer a clean house, but I can't manage it anymore"
The Amsterdam Care and Housing Nuisance team manages nearly 10,000 annual reports of residents causing disturbances due to mental illness, addiction, or neglect. Nurse Jeffrey Schurink and his colleag...
Free litter pickers, screenings and vaccinations: D66 wants all Dutch citizens to reach the age of 90
D66 parliamentary leader Jan Paternotte has proposed a national goal for all Dutch citizens to be able to live to a healthy age of 90 by 2040. To achieve this, he suggests implementing a health screen...
LIVE Eredivisie | Ajax visits a strong-starting Fortuna Sittard
Ajax secured a 5-1 away victory against Fortuna Sittard, rebounding from a previous loss to PSV. Debutant Thilo Kehrer starred with a goal and an assist as Ajax dominated the final half-hour of the ma...
These were the best-selling books at Scheltema this week
Before Stina (49) from Sweden moved to Amsterdam, she had already visited for King's Day: 'I suspected there was more to the city than just partying'
Swedish architect Stina Stjärnström, 49, relocated to Amsterdam after previously visiting the city for King's Day. She recently shared a personal moment of feeling integrated into her new community ...
When your teenage son (15) commits a bombing out of nowhere: ‘We’ve cried a lot’
A 15-year-old boy from Amsterdam was apprehended by police after detonating an explosive at a residence in the Bollenstreek area. The teenager reportedly targeted the wrong house, causing extensive da...
Trashed or praised: what happens if your restaurant is in Proefwerk? ‘After that review, our turnover doubled’
Food critic Mara Grimm is reflecting on five years of writing Proefwerk restaurant reviews by interviewing the Amsterdam restaurateurs she has featured. The column's impact varies significantly, with ...
