Dutch News in English
Latest headlines from the Netherlands in English. Covering Amsterdam, Haarlem, and national Dutch news.
SpaceX to invest billions in new spaceport for moon and Mars missions
SpaceX plans to invest approximately 85 billion euros to construct a major new spaceport in Louisiana. This facility is intended to serve as a key base for future missions to the moon and Mars.
Taxi gets stuck on stairs
A taxi driver in Hoofddorp became stuck on a staircase at Siriusdreef this morning after driving onto it for unknown reasons. No injuries were reported, and a recovery company was called to remove the...
German beer sellers already swamped by Dutch customers, and that's before the tax hike kicks in
Dutch consumers are increasingly traveling to Germany to purchase beer in order to take advantage of significant price differences. This trend is expected to grow as residents anticipate future excise...
Many customers get stuck with company chatbots
Many companies in the Netherlands now use chatbots as the first point of contact for customer inquiries. However, research shows that over seventy percent of consumers fail to receive an answer or ass...
Chinese artist gets three-year prison sentence for 'insulting' images of Mao
Chinese artist Gao Zhen has been sentenced to three years in prison for creating artwork allegedly insulting Chinese heroes and martyrs. Human rights organizations have expressed criticism regarding t...
Chaos, frustration and division: Prinsjesdag deal remains elusive as time runs out
Opposition party leaders in the Dutch House of Representatives are struggling to reach a budget agreement with the cabinet ahead of Prinsjesdag. With only 48 hours remaining, significant division and ...
Luxury cat Romano (30) moved to the 'shitty country' of his roots and sent fabric softener ahead
From Copenhagen to Paris, this is how international rail travel from Amsterdam is growing
International rail travel from Amsterdam is experiencing growth as new carriers introduce services to destinations like Copenhagen, Paris, and Berlin. However, further expansion faces significant hurd...
Border pumps are on their own: 'They no longer know what to do'
Independent gas station owners near the Dutch border are struggling to survive as record-high fuel prices drive motorists to seek cheaper alternatives in neighboring countries. These small business ow...
5,300 young people moved out on their own in Amsterdam last year; the majority were women
Rare hobbies breed after long battle against tree felling
Two rare hobbies have successfully hatched and started flying near the Geniedijk in Hoofddorp, a location saved from deforestation two years ago. The area serves as a vital habitat for these birds, wh...
Dolly Parton briefly battled cancer before her death: 'Fought a brave battle'
Country singer Dolly Parton has passed away at the age of 80 following a brief battle with cancer. Her family confirmed the news of her death on Tuesday, though the specific type of cancer was not dis...
Netherlands will not meet gas storage target for winter
Gasunie has announced that the Netherlands will not meet its targeted gas storage levels before the winter season. While officials note that the current supply should be sufficient for a typical winte...
Nick Post (1980-2026) saw beauty in the little things and loved the Rijksmuseum endlessly
With a more balanced squad, Ajax dares to dream of an upset against Real Madrid's star players
Floor Koop (45) and Arnaud Jacquin (53): ‘I had a little crush on her right away’
Large tapestry brings North Holland’s colonial past to life with salt mounds, tree stumps, and leaves: ‘You are looking at Sint Eustatius here’
Broad coalition seeks UNESCO heritage status for Kwaku: 'It is a legacy to cherish'
Amsterdam cafes and restaurants where breastfeeding mothers are more than welcome
