Dutch News in English
Latest headlines from the Netherlands in English. Covering Amsterdam, Haarlem, and national Dutch news.
Venetian island with Napoleonic fort put up for sale
An island off the coast of Venice featuring lush gardens and a fort commissioned by Napoleon Bonaparte has been listed for sale. The property offers a unique historical site with significant architect...
Iliassopdebeat (31) produced Dutch rap classic D&G, but is now stepping out of his shell: I'm chasing my dance dream
Tates act wealthier than they are to attract attention, lawyers say
Lawyers for the controversial influencer brothers Tristan and Andrew Tate claim that the pair are not as wealthy as they portray on social media. They state that the brothers use a lavish lifestyle, i...
Amstel, Gooi and Vecht Water Authority lifts irrigation bans
Lego closes first half with record revenue and sees profits rise by 32 percent
Lego reported a record revenue of 5.6 billion euros for the first half of 2026, marking a 21 percent increase compared to the previous year. The Danish toy manufacturer also saw its profits grow by 32...
Ryanair slams Jetten cabinet over 'failing' aviation policy
Ryanair has criticized the Dutch government for its aviation policy, specifically targeting the national flight tax. The airline described the levy as a fake green tax and urged for changes to the cur...
Picking, grabbing and collecting: will you help out on World Cleanup Day?
On Sunday, September 20, the city is organizing activities for World Cleanup Day. Residents are encouraged to participate and can borrow waste grabbers and cleaning materials for free.
How to talk to your child about smartphone use: Checking is okay, but don't do it secretly
With 60 percent of Dutch children in eighth grade already owning a smartphone, experts advise parents to actively guide and discuss safe online behavior with their children. Rather than secret monitor...
Kapelle gets Annie M.G. Schmidt museum thanks to anonymous donor
An anonymous donor has provided the funding for the foundation 'Bij Annie Thuis' to purchase the birthplace of author Annie M.G. Schmidt in Kapelle. The property will be converted into a museum dedica...
Hortus competes with other botanical gardens: how many kilos can a water lily support?
Cancellations and delays on German long-distance trains are increasing
Deutsche Bahn has reported an increase in cancellations and delays for long-distance train services during the first half of this year. Nearly 8 percent of these trips experienced a partial or full ca...
Former Ukrainian top talent Viktor Tsygankov (28) lands in Amsterdam after WhatsApp row with Girona
Ukrainian winger Viktor Tsygankov is set to join Ajax after a falling out with Girona manager Míchel Sánchez. The 28-year-old player will move to Amsterdam, where the club hopes he can find stabilit...
New students ready to study in Amsterdam: 'I'm just going to keep living at home'
Former council member Don Ceder (ChristenUnie) named best MP in The Hague
ChristenUnie member Don Ceder has been named the most effective member of the House of Representatives for the second consecutive year by the National Political Index. A former Amsterdam city councilo...
Former council member Don Ceder (ChristenUnie) named best MP in The Hague
Don Ceder, a member of the ChristenUnie party, has been named the most effective member of the Dutch House of Representatives for the second consecutive year by the National Political Index. Previousl...
Explosive at Zaandam home safely detonated
Police are investigating the discovery of an explosive device found in front of a home on Zuiddijk in Zaandam on Tuesday morning. The device was safely detonated by authorities after being discovered ...
Parents sentenced to prison for exploiting son who scammed people of crypto and threatened school
Solano Z. (24) shot man dead in Audi on A1 near Muiden, claims self-defense: 'They threatened to cut off my fingers and genitals'
New Wave to play two more concerts at Ziggo Dome
The hip-hop collective New Wave has announced two upcoming concerts, titled New Wave All Stars, scheduled for April 20 and 21, 2027, at the Ziggo Dome. This event marks the group's return to the Amste...
