Dutch News in English
Latest headlines from the Netherlands in English. Covering Amsterdam, Haarlem, and national Dutch news.
The long-hidden problem of Romanian human trafficking in the Red Light District is suddenly in the spotlight
Student Elena: ‘I’ve been waiting four years for my big moment: the day Ajax becomes champion again’
For top chef John Fagel (1930-2010), no nouvelle cuisine but the cooking of the French countryside, with a stick of butter per guest
These were the best-selling books at Scheltema this week
Pop group KATSEYE sees another member step back due to mental health issues
Sophia, a member of the popular girl group KATSEYE, has announced a temporary break from activities to prioritize her mental health and well-being. This follows a similar decision previously made by a...
Late actor Sam Neill to star in upcoming The Legend of Zelda movie
New Zealand actor Sam Neill participated in the filming of the upcoming The Legend of Zelda movie before his passing last month. Production for the film concluded during the spring.
Lindsey Buckingham and Fleetwood Mac relationship improved by documentary
The upcoming Fleetwood Mac documentary has helped improve the relationship between guitarist Lindsey Buckingham and the rest of the band members. Buckingham shared in an interview that the process of ...
Children's book author Kevin Hassing (41) shares his three favorite queer hotspots: 'Being queer is not just about going out at night'
At the Slavery Monument, three 80-year-old beech trees are fighting for their lives due to persistent drought: 'Sad if they are gone soon'
New youth series unravels stories about iconic artists like a detective
Julian Brandt could have joined clubs worldwide: But Ajax and Jordi kept playing on my mind
German footballer Julian Brandt decided to join Ajax as a free agent despite interest from clubs worldwide. He chose the Amsterdam club to take on the challenge of helping with their reconstruction.
Filmmaker Jikkie Schelling (28) prefers working early in the morning while the city sleeps: 'It feels like a liminal space that is all mine'
Julian Brandt (30) chose Ajax based on instinct: ‘The club kept haunting my mind’
Police release footage of foiled 2022 assassination attempt: 'Turn around! Hands against the wall'
Police have released footage from a 2022 operation in Amsterdam where they successfully prevented an attempted assassination. The intervention was triggered by a distress call from a man who spotted t...
Mentrum patient holds nurse in chokehold for minutes during escape attempt
A 29-year-old patient at the Mentrum care facility in Amsterdam has been sentenced to six months in prison and conditional psychiatric treatment for holding a nurse in a chokehold during an escape att...
Nature area burns down in Bennebroek
A fire broke out in a natural area in Bennebroek around 6:45 PM. Firefighters quickly contained the blaze, limiting the damage and preventing it from spreading further.
Ariana Grande hits number 1 for the fourth time with eighth studio album eternal sunshine
American singer Ariana Grande has achieved her fourth number one spot on the Dutch Album Top 100 with her eighth studio album, 'petal'. This milestone comes shortly after the singer announced that she...
Amstelveen villa sold for 2.5 million euros but cannot be transferred due to squatters: 'Ridiculous that this is possible'
"It feels like piracy": Party boats thunder into Muider bedrooms
Residents of Muiden are experiencing significant noise pollution from loud music on party boats traveling across the IJmeer. While local authorities struggle with enforcement due to the boats moving a...
Barrie Stevens reflects on death of friend Peter Faber: "He embraced life fully"
Actor Peter Faber has passed away at the age of 82, leaving behind a legacy of iconic film roles and dedicated work with youth through his foundation. His friend and colleague Barrie Stevens remembers...