Dutch News in English
Latest headlines from the Netherlands in English. Covering Amsterdam, Haarlem, and national Dutch news.

Halsema on gun violence in Southeast: Neighborhood must break culture of silence
Amsterdam Mayor Femke Halsema has designated parts of the Zuidoost district as a high-risk security zone following a surge in firearm-related incidents this summer. She is urging local residents, pare...
You're never too old for parties and festivals, according to these over-40s: 'I party without alcohol or drugs now'
Connecting roads to A10 West and A10 North closed all weekend

Look back: how the first day of the final Zandvoort Grand Prix unfolded
Thousands of race fans gathered at Circuit Zandvoort in the Netherlands to experience the final Formula 1 Grand Prix held at the location. Despite heavy rain, spectators attended the first day of the ...

Lowlands is not sold out, but you wouldn't know it at Antoon's show
Despite the Lowlands festival in Biddinghuizen not selling out for the first time in years, the event remains well-attended. During the first afternoon, a large crowd gathered to watch rapper Antoon p...
Air quality improvements estimated to help Haarlem residents live 62 days longer
Air quality in the Netherlands is expected to improve in the coming years. As a result, residents of Haarlem aged 30 and older are estimated to live 62 days longer by 2030 compared to 2025.
Squatters must leave sold villa on the Amsteldijk within three days

Four-year prison sentence and psychiatric treatment demanded for fatal stabbing of landlord over rent dispute
The Public Prosecution Service has demanded a four-year prison sentence and compulsory psychiatric treatment (TBS) for a 31-year-old woman who stabbed her 77-year-old landlord to death in Amsterdam la...
A cream puff, a wisp of steam and a vulva: Ina van Zyl turns everyday objects into enigmatic paintings

Tip: discover antique slot machines at the Automatenkabinet in Weesp
Owner Jelle Zijlmans continues to offer visits by appointment to his collection of approximately 400 antique, functional slot machines in Weesp. Although the formal museum is closed, enthusiasts can s...
Single person with average income has only four homes to choose from in Amsterdam, including a 10-square-meter room
For 5 euros you can get a surprisingly good gyros roll at Eethoek 10
Artist Pip Greenaway (25) has no big family, so she cast her fantasy brother, aunts and uncles
Sex worker Alicia R. stabbed former landlord thirteen times after rent dispute: Public Prosecution Service demands prison sentence and TBS
Fines and suspensions for Argentine players' misconduct at World Cup

Douwe Bob and his wife Anouk are expecting another child: 'February'
Singer Douwe Bob and his wife, Anouk, have announced that they are expecting another child in February. The couple shared the news of the upcoming addition to their family via social media.
Prince Harry and other claimants must pay Daily Mail 9 million
More arrests following shots fired at apartment complex in Almere
Police have arrested three additional suspects following a shooting incident at a residential complex on the Serviëstraat in Almere. A total of five people have now been taken into custody in connect...

Nephew who played Michael Jackson wants abuse allegations included in second film
Jaafar Jackson, who plays Michael Jackson in the biopic 'Michael', has expressed his desire for future films to address the sexual abuse allegations against the singer. These accusations were notably ...

Beach clubs prepare for final busy Grand Prix weekend
Beach pavilions in Zandvoort are preparing for a final busy weekend as the town hosts the Formula 1 Grand Prix. Despite rainy weather, businesses are staffing up and expecting a large influx of fans f...