Dutch News in English
Latest headlines from the Netherlands in English. Covering Amsterdam, Haarlem, and national Dutch news.
Unilever to raise prices of food and personal care products
Unilever plans to increase prices for its food and personal care brands throughout the remainder of the year and into 2027 to address rising costs. The decision aligns with similar actions by other ma...
Ten-year prison sentence demanded for robbing and raping two sex workers in Amsterdam
Prosecutors have requested a ten-year prison sentence for El A., who is accused of raping and robbing two sex workers in Amsterdam-Zuidoost with an accomplice. The victims were rescued after being loc...
Christina Applegate received a misdiagnosis of MS: how is that possible? Neurologists explain what to look out for
Actress Christina Applegate revealed she received an incorrect diagnosis of multiple sclerosis, highlighting a wider trend where nearly one in five patients are misdiagnosed. Neurologists note that th...
Broad support for childcare benefits scandal
The municipality of Haarlem is providing comprehensive, personalized support for local residents recognized as victims of the childcare benefits scandal. This aid covers five life domains, including f...
From upcycling clothes to restoring old guitars: discover it during Climate Week
Amsterdam is hosting a series of free community events from November 2 to November 8 as part of Climate Week. The program includes sustainability-focused activities such as repair workshops, clothing ...
Gordon open to returning to De Toppers: 'I was paid 150,000 euros per show'
Singer Gordon has stated that he is open to returning to the musical group De Toppers if invited, citing the significant financial earnings as a factor. He previously performed with the group from 200...
Lil Kleine loses lawsuit against former manager and receives no damages
Rapper Lil Kleine has lost a lawsuit against his former manager, Nathan Moszkowicz, concerning the calculation of commission fees from a 3 million euro Sony recording deal. The court rejected the arti...
Booking may require employees to work from the office two days a week
The Amsterdam District Court has ruled that Booking.com can legally require its employees to work from the office for 40 percent of their weekly hours. The court accepted the company's argument that r...
Debbie de Jong from B&B Vol liefde puts her Spanish B&B up for sale after 22 years
Debbie de Jong, a participant in the show B&B Vol liefde, has placed her Spanish bed and breakfast for sale after 22 years to move closer to her grandchildren in the Netherlands. Although her son plan...
Haarlem quay wall remains unrepaired: street stays one-way traffic
A section of the Donkere Spaarne in Haarlem remains closed to two-way traffic due to a deteriorating quay wall that is in worse condition than expected. Local authorities are now conducting safety ins...
Looking for more space without leaving Amsterdam? Consider this picturesque town
Havenzicht is a new residential development in Monnickendam that offers diverse housing options with unique architectural designs just fifteen minutes from Amsterdam. The project prioritizes sustainab...
Former athlete and former Member of Parliament Sterk (80) has passed away
Mieke Sterk, a former Dutch athlete and PvdA Member of Parliament, has passed away at age 80. A Haarlem native, she won twenty national titles and competed in the 1968 Olympics before later serving in...
Iceland will not participate in Eurovision in 2027, EBU expects 36 countries
Iceland will continue its boycott of the Eurovision Song Contest in 2027, citing the continued participation of Israel. The event is set to be hosted in Burgas, Bulgaria, with 36 countries currently c...
Bitcoin platform Bitonic files report following hack involving stolen bitcoins
Bitcoin platform Bitonic reported a hack that led to the theft of bitcoins from three customers, all of whom have now been compensated. The company stated the incident stemmed from a software vulnerab...
56 municipal reports last week regarding construction and more in Haarlem
The municipality of Haarlem processed 56 permit applications last week, primarily focusing on building modifications like dormer windows, roof expansions, and facade repairs. Additionally, several tre...
Danny Masterson loses appeal against conviction, prison sentence remains
Actor Danny Masterson has lost his appeal against his 2023 rape conviction, ensuring that his prison sentence will remain in place. His legal team has labeled the court's decision as unfortunate and p...
Gasoline nearly 20 cents cheaper after record price, but oil remains expensive
Gasoline prices in the Netherlands have fallen by nearly 20 cents from their October peak, while diesel prices have also seen a minor decrease. Despite these drops, global oil prices remain elevated d...
From smoked sausage to Chicken Tonight: a tour of the supermarket shows how big Zwanenberg is
Meat producer Zwanenberg is attempting to acquire the Unox brand, but the deal is being blocked by the ACM over monopoly concerns. The company already holds a large market share with various food prod...
Major power outage in Haarlem underway
A large power outage in Haarlem has left several thousand households without electricity since 10:30 a.m. Utility company Liander is working on the issue, with full restoration expected by 12:30 p.m.
Haarlem residents create tapestry about slavery history in Vleeshal
Residents in Haarlem are working together at the Vleeshal to create a large tapestry that commemorates the colonial and slavery history of North Holland. This project is part of a broader national ini...