Dutch News in English
Latest headlines from the Netherlands in English. Covering Amsterdam, Haarlem, and national Dutch news.
At Thai Mango Moon, Amsterdam's first Thai dessert café, it is all about one fruit
New head of Horeca Nederland wants to cap Amsterdam tourist tax: ‘We are asking the cabinet to set a limit’
When I found my mother passed away after all those years of illness and hospitalizations, a sense of peace came over me
Spot the difference: the IJ tunnel in 1968 and 2026
Salty in Amsterdam-West is more than just a pet shop; it's a community hub: 'I do love a good chat'
Kaag says US wanted her as UN Secretary-General: 'But the Netherlands let it slide'
Sigrid Kaag revealed that the United States approached the Netherlands ten years ago to propose her candidacy for Secretary-General of the United Nations. Kaag stated that the opportunity was missed b...

Condition of Norwegian King Harald (89) worsened in hospital this weekend
Norwegian King Harald, aged 89, has seen his medical condition deteriorate over the past weekend while hospitalized. The monarch was originally admitted for observation following complications related...
Sombr, toasted sandwiches, comedy and Geese: ten highlights of Lowlands 2026
Lowlands 2026 Day 3: Sombr lingers, Hermanos Gutiérrez brings calm and Celeste wakes up the Bravo

'Camping HFC' almost turns into new football stadium: "It's just a dump"
Koninklijke HFC in Haarlem is in the final stages of completing its long-awaited new clubhouse, which is scheduled to officially open on September 19. Until the construction is fully finalized, the fo...
Residents fear 'the only park in Landsmeer' will be sacrificed for housing and a road: 'As if you were building in Vondelpark'

This was day three of the final Formula 1 weekend in Zandvoort
The final day of the Formula 1 weekend in Zandvoort concluded with the main race, which resulted in a disappointing finish for Max Verstappen. The event attracted large crowds of fans, marking the end...

Lawyer uses fake quote, possibly generated by AI, and must pay over 2300 euros
A lawyer has been ordered to pay over 2300 euros in compensation after including a non-existent court citation in a legal document, potentially generated by AI. The court ruled that the inclusion of t...
When Ingrid shares the real reason she's looking for a new job on LinkedIn, her former employer calls
Ingrid, a 54-year-old employee, faces the loss of her job after 31 years at a family business. She expresses frustration over feeling forced to hide the true circumstances of her departure while seeki...
Heavy smoke from fire at studio building on Keizerrijk, one person checked by ambulance staff

Man (35) hits two women with a stick in front of Albert Heijn: over 6 months in prison
A 35-year-old man has been sentenced to over six months in prison for assaulting two women with a stick outside an Albert Heijn supermarket in January. The court considered the man's reduced accountab...

Sophie Straat shakes off 'summer of crying men' at Lowlands
Singer Sophie Straat addressed the public controversy surrounding her request for white men to stand at the back of her mosh pit during her performance at the Lowlands festival. Despite receiving sign...
How healthy is your vagina? These factors influence it according to research
Researchers have conducted the first study on the vaginal microbiome, an ecosystem of bacteria essential for maintaining vaginal health. Microbiologist Sarah Lebeer and her team are currently investig...
Davina Michelle sings flawless Dutch national anthem for King Willem-Alexander at final Dutch GP
Singer Davina Michelle performed the Dutch national anthem before the start of the Dutch Grand Prix in Zandvoort. The presence of King Willem-Alexander, Queen Máxima, and Princess Alexia made the per...

TikTok's European division posts first profit despite high legal costs
TikTok's European division achieved its first annual profit last year due to significant user growth. However, the company also allocated over $1 billion to cover legal costs and potential fines.