Dutch News in English
Latest headlines from the Netherlands in English. Covering Amsterdam, Haarlem, and national Dutch news.
Verstappen's Formula 1 car appears in Haarlem-Noord
A replica of Max Verstappen's 2018 Formula 1 car has been displayed at Marsmanplein in Haarlem-Noord ahead of the upcoming race weekend in Zandvoort. The car, a replica of the RB14, will be available ...
Beyoncé buys out LVMH to take full ownership of her whisky brand
Beyoncé has acquired full ownership of her whisky brand, SirDavis, by buying out the stake previously held by the French luxury conglomerate LVMH. The transaction was confirmed by LVMH on Monday.
Water board imposes ‘rare’ daytime watering ban for 1.4 million people: ‘Situation worsening’
The Amstel, Gooi en Vecht Water Board has issued a rare daytime irrigation ban for 1.4 million people due to worsening drought conditions. The restriction prohibits the watering of gardens, sports fie...
Major alarm due to dune fire near Overveen
A fire broke out in a nature area in Overveen this afternoon, prompting emergency services to escalate their response due to the high risk of spreading caused by dry conditions. The fire was quickly b...
Actor Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson considers new steps in music career
American actor Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson is reportedly exploring a potential transition into a music career. He is currently considering how to develop his path as a singer and musician.
Barbecuing temporarily banned in Amsterdam Forest due to drought
Due to prolonged dry conditions, the municipality of Amsterdam has implemented a temporary ban on barbecuing in the Amsterdamse Bos to reduce fire risks. This restriction includes the use of both pers...
Wim Bouman has run a B&B in the center of Amsterdam for 29 years: 'A couple refused to check out while new guests were already at the door'
Leimuiderbrug broken again for an hour: "Does anyone have a football in the back?"
The Leimuiderbrug in the Netherlands experienced its fifth malfunction this month, causing significant traffic delays for commuters. Despite previous maintenance and software updates, the bridge conti...
Spectacular taste sensation: 7 unusual ice creams you want to try this summer
Teenager Hassan M. gets 6 years for shooting old school friend and threatening friends in Amsterdam-West
Low Rhine water levels drive up fuel prices in Germany
Low water levels in the Rhine river are causing fuel supply disruptions in Germany, leading to significant increases in gasoline and diesel prices. The difficulty in transporting fuel via the river is...
Spotify to indicate when you are listening to an AI artist
Starting in mid-September, Spotify will identify music created by AI artists to distinguish them from human performers. The streaming platform will also exclude these AI personas from its official pla...
Billion-euro deficit for bridges and roads: why borrowing more money is not a good idea
Economists are warning against increasing the national debt in the Netherlands to fund urgent maintenance for roads, bridges, and dikes. While some politicians in The Hague advocate for borrowing more...
10 companies join Bol and Bijenkorf in reporting data breach at partner Ceva
The Dutch Data Protection Authority (AP) reports that customer data from 12 companies may have been compromised following a cyberattack on logistics partner Ceva Logistics. Among the affected business...
RIVM activates heat plan for the fourth time this year: temperatures up to 34 degrees in Amsterdam on Thursday and Friday
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Bicycle manufacturer Accell, parent company of Batavus, Sparta and Babboe, files for bankruptcy
The Dutch bicycle manufacturer Accell, which produces well-known brands such as Batavus, Sparta, and Koga, has been declared bankrupt by a court in Amsterdam. This ruling puts the future of these prom...
Jerry Texel (54), stabbed to death in Transvaalbuurt, was defending a friend after a dispute at a cafe on Krugerplein
Former professional footballer Gregory van der Wiel faces losing Amstelveen home over unpaid loan
Natural disasters cause 87 billion euros in damage in the first half of 2026
Natural disasters, including earthquakes, floods, and wildfires, caused 87 billion euros in global damages during the first half of 2026. According to data from the reinsurer Swiss Re, these figures a...