Dutch News in English
Latest headlines from the Netherlands in English. Covering Amsterdam, Haarlem, and national Dutch news.
Number of social housing units in Amsterdam region grew by over 4,000 last year – but waiting times remain long
The social housing stock in the Amsterdam Metropolitan Area increased by over 4,000 units in 2025 due to a rise in new construction projects. Despite this growth, waiting lists for rental properties r...
Friends Toon (25) and Don (23) came up with a ruse to rent in De Plantage: 'It took us eight hours to write the first thousand letters'
Friends Toon and Don successfully secured an apartment in Amsterdam's Plantage neighborhood by hand-delivering thousands of personal letters to local residents. Their unconventional approach impressed...
If Amsterdammers get rid of their cars because they are too expensive, it doesn't bring the municipality any money either
Amsterdam plans to raise parking permit fees for residents to mitigate municipal budget deficits caused by inflation and rising costs. Critics argue the policy lacks a solid financial model and could ...
7 places to go ice skating in Amsterdam this winter
With natural ice skating not currently possible due to mild weather, Amsterdam residents can turn to several local artificial ice rinks for their winter sports fix. These venues offer varying pricing ...
Italy raises bank tax to ease burden on middle incomes
Italy is raising taxes on banks, insurers, energy companies, and the gambling sector to generate over 5 billion euros. These funds will support a 26 billion euro relief package aimed at reducing the t...
Pension funds benefit from higher interest rates ahead of new system
Dutch pension funds ABP and PME reported improved coverage ratios in the third quarter as rising interest rates reduced their pension liabilities faster than their assets. The funds are now preparing ...
Diesel drivers have been a major source of revenue for oil companies since the Iran war
Major oil companies have reported record profits driven largely by high margins on refined products like diesel. Research shows that pump prices have risen significantly faster than raw crude costs, l...
One injured in stabbing at a home in Amsterdam-Noord
An individual was hospitalized with stab wounds after a fight involving multiple people at a home in Amsterdam-Noord this evening. Police are currently investigating the incident, though no arrests ha...
Noise pollution warning for new public transport to Haven-Stad
The Amsterdam municipality has been advised to rigorously assess the potential for noise and vibration disturbances if a new public transport connection is built to the Haven-Stad district. Experts wa...
Elias Mazian is a huge Stevie Wonder fan: "He is a child prodigy who lived up to the hype"
Soul icon Stevie Wonder is performing a sold-out concert tonight at the Ziggo Dome in Amsterdam. Musician Elias Mazian expressed his admiration for the legendary artist, highlighting the profound infl...
Elias Mazian is a big Stevie Wonder fan: "He is a child prodigy who made it"
Soul icon Stevie Wonder is performing a sold-out concert at the Ziggo Dome in Amsterdam tonight. Local musician and fan Elias Mazian praised the singer for his immense influence on R&B and his endurin...
Global sensation Angine de Poitrine performs microtonal party music at sold-out Paradiso
The Canadian duo Angine de Poitrine, known for their unique masks and microtonal music, has become a global sensation this year. The group is set to perform a sold-out concert at Paradiso in Amsterdam...
International students in Amsterdam struggle to find part-time jobs: Io (23) searched for a year and applied over sixty times
International students in Amsterdam are struggling to find part-time jobs because many employers are unwilling to handle the necessary permit applications. This administrative barrier often forces stu...
Who will tell the French that austerity is truly necessary?
France is grappling with a severe economic downturn marked by high debt and political instability that hinders essential fiscal reforms. Widespread public opposition and a fractured parliament have ma...
Iranian filmmaker Jafar Panahi sentenced to over five years in prison
Iranian filmmaker Jafar Panahi has been sentenced to more than five years in prison, along with the seizure of his assets and a two-year travel and social media ban. The filmmaker discovered the rulin...
Firearm found after explosion in Slotermeer: property closed
Amsterdam Mayor Femke Halsema has ordered the closure of a Slotermeer residence for three months following an explosion and the subsequent discovery of a loaded firearm inside the home. The measure ai...
Oliebollen baker Yesin remains undeterred despite vandalism: "I want to make customers happy"
Oliebollen baker Yessin van den Noord has been targeted by repeated vandalism at his stall in Amsterdam, including stolen power cables and cut water lines. Despite the financial and operational setbac...
Canadian lottery winner risks missing out on multi-million dollar prize a year after draw
A lottery winner in Canada faces losing a 40 million dollar jackpot if the prize is not claimed by the one-year anniversary of the October 2025 drawing. Despite extensive efforts by the Ontario Lotter...
Chimney fire in Spaarndam quickly under control
Firefighters successfully extinguished a chimney fire that broke out at a row house on Dokter W. Nijestraat in Spaarndam this evening. All residents evacuated safely, and an investigation into the cau...
Municipality investigates handling of case involving Giovanni S., who stabbed three young parents in Amsterdam-Oost
The Amsterdam municipality is investigating the actions of authorities and care institutions regarding Giovanni S., who stabbed three parents in Amsterdam-Oost in December 2025. The inquiry aims to es...