Dutch News in English

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

Regional rainfall deficits break records: 'This is the new normal'
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Regional rainfall deficits break records: 'This is the new normal'

Regional precipitation deficits in parts of the Netherlands, including Noord-Holland and Zuid-Holland, have reached record levels as of early August. Experts warn that these dry conditions could becom...

Spot the difference: Concertgebouwplein in 1985 and 2026
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Spot the difference: Concertgebouwplein in 1985 and 2026

Candy shop Sockergris on Herenstraat is a true paradise for lovers of Swedish skulls
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Candy shop Sockergris on Herenstraat is a true paradise for lovers of Swedish skulls

Sketching soldiers for extra money after the war shaped Henk Zweerus into a new, modern sculptor
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Sketching soldiers for extra money after the war shaped Henk Zweerus into a new, modern sculptor

At the Afrikahuis in De Pijp, architect Joop van Stigt is saving what he can: ‘I must protect my father’s heritage’
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At the Afrikahuis in De Pijp, architect Joop van Stigt is saving what he can: ‘I must protect my father’s heritage’

Pip moves from Jonge Honden to Woeste Grond and now views her region with love again
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Pip moves from Jonge Honden to Woeste Grond and now views her region with love again

Actress Pip Lieke Lucas is currently balancing her lead role in the play 'De beesten' by Jonge Honden with filming for the movie 'Woeste Grond'. Her busy schedule involves traveling between various lo...

German signing Brandt settles in at Amsterdam: "Wonderful club"
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German signing Brandt settles in at Amsterdam: "Wonderful club"

New Ajax signing Julian Brandt expressed his happiness at joining the club following a 2-0 victory against PEC Zwolle. Meanwhile, manager Míchel Sánchez clarified that forward Mika Godts started on ...

K3 singer Klaasje Meijer hit in the head by shoe during performance
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K3 singer Klaasje Meijer hit in the head by shoe during performance

During a concert on Saturday evening, K3 singer Klaasje Meijer was hit in the head by a shoe thrown from the audience. The incident occurred after the group had signed another sneaker that had been th...

Mediocre Ajax wins thanks to PEC Zwolle red card and deep bench: ‘It’s great that we have different options’
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Mediocre Ajax wins thanks to PEC Zwolle red card and deep bench: ‘It’s great that we have different options’

With the top German player free on the inside, even a Godts does not go for his own chance
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With the top German player free on the inside, even a Godts does not go for his own chance

Actor Christopher Lambert collapses at fan convention
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Actor Christopher Lambert collapses at fan convention

Actor Christopher Lambert collapsed on Saturday while signing autographs at the Steel City Comic-Con in Pittsburgh. The 69-year-old star of the Highlander film series became unwell during the event, a...

Bol removes multiple eclipse glasses from its site due to safety requirements
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Bol removes multiple eclipse glasses from its site due to safety requirements

Bol has removed approximately twenty types of eclipse glasses from its online store because it could not guarantee they met safety standards. The company took this action following reports regarding t...

Mika Godts confirms talks with PSG: ‘Until there is an agreement, I will play every minute for Ajax’
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Mika Godts confirms talks with PSG: ‘Until there is an agreement, I will play every minute for Ajax’

Ajax winger Mika Godts has confirmed that he is in talks with Paris Saint-Germain regarding a potential transfer. Despite the interest from the French club, Godts remains committed to performing for A...

This is what happens to your body when you stop exercising on vacation
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This is what happens to your body when you stop exercising on vacation

Experts explain the physiological effects and impact on physical conditioning when individuals take a break from exercise for a few weeks during a vacation. The article addresses how reduced physical ...

Upcoming solar eclipse to reduce solar energy generation
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Upcoming solar eclipse to reduce solar energy generation

An upcoming solar eclipse this Wednesday will cause a temporary decrease in solar energy production across large parts of Europe. Grid operators have implemented safety measures to maintain network st...

Top Irish criminal who lived in the Netherlands for years brought back to Ireland from Dubai
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Top Irish criminal who lived in the Netherlands for years brought back to Ireland from Dubai

Ball juggler, assistant coach, and the man who kept Marco van Basten at Ajax: Hassie van Wijk (1939-2026) has died at age 87
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Ball juggler, assistant coach, and the man who kept Marco van Basten at Ajax: Hassie van Wijk (1939-2026) has died at age 87

Running five kilometers to Beethoven’s Fifth in Flevopark: ‘The final chord pulled me across the finish line’
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Running five kilometers to Beethoven’s Fifth in Flevopark: ‘The final chord pulled me across the finish line’

Why men struggle but rarely seek psychological help
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Why men struggle but rarely seek psychological help

Journalist Tim van Boxtel investigates why men rarely seek professional help for mental health struggles despite the significant consequences. By speaking with experts and individuals with lived exper...

Goalkeeper Ter Stegen debuts for Ajax against PEC, Henrique also in starting lineup for the first time
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Goalkeeper Ter Stegen debuts for Ajax against PEC, Henrique also in starting lineup for the first time