Dutch News in English

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

Shelbourne FC's danger lies in midfield, says former Dutch goalkeeper of the club
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Shelbourne FC's danger lies in midfield, says former Dutch goalkeeper of the club

Final days of WorldPride. Don't miss out!
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Final days of WorldPride. Don't miss out!

WorldPride continues in Amsterdam with several events scheduled for its final days. Participants are encouraged not to miss the remaining program as the festivities draw to a close.

Dutch film Where Is My Libido? wins Student Academy Award
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Dutch film Where Is My Libido? wins Student Academy Award

The Dutch film 'Waar is mijn libido?', directed by Nina Broers, has won a Student Academy Award in the experimental film category. This prestigious international award recognizes excellence in student...

Why do we love saving money so much? In other countries, they just shrug at sales
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Why do we love saving money so much? In other countries, they just shrug at sales

Consumer psychologist Patrick Wessels explains why Dutch people have a strong cultural tendency to participate in supermarket savings programs and bonus deals. The analysis explores the psychological ...

Thanks to this Amsterdam painter, we know exactly what the old town hall looked like
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Thanks to this Amsterdam painter, we know exactly what the old town hall looked like

The painter Pieter Saenredam created detailed records of the historic Gothic town hall that once stood where the Royal Palace on Dam Square is now located. His work provides valuable insight into the ...

Higher youth wages may increase the cost of groceries and dining out
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Higher youth wages may increase the cost of groceries and dining out

The increase in the minimum youth wage in the Netherlands is expected to lead to higher prices in supermarkets and the hospitality industry. Research from Rabobank suggests that economists do not anti...

Police seek relatives of critically injured woman after Geuzenveld collision
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Police seek relatives of critically injured woman after Geuzenveld collision

Police are seeking the relatives of a 29-year-old woman, believed to be from Uzbekistan, who was critically injured in a collision with a truck in Geuzenveld on Tuesday. Authorities have launched an i...

Formula 1 accessibility: the easiest way to get to Zandvoort
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Formula 1 accessibility: the easiest way to get to Zandvoort

The final edition of the Formula 1 Heineken Dutch Grand Prix is scheduled to take place in Zandvoort from August 21 to 23. Visitors are advised to plan their travel arrangements in advance, as driving...

Miranda and Raymondo must bury son Julian (22) after 12 years of cancer: his final wish helps others
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Miranda and Raymondo must bury son Julian (22) after 12 years of cancer: his final wish helps others

Miranda and Raymondo de Kievit have lost their 22-year-old son, Julian, after he battled cancer for twelve years. Before his passing, Julian expressed a final wish to help others, which his parents ar...

Chaotic scenes at complex Marnixstraat detour: "I was almost hit"
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Chaotic scenes at complex Marnixstraat detour: "I was almost hit"

Confusing traffic detours at the intersection of Marnixstraat and Rozengracht in Amsterdam are causing dangerous situations for cyclists, pedestrians, and drivers. The temporary measures, implemented ...

Literally not a day goes by without a potential tragedy at Europe's external borders
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Literally not a day goes by without a potential tragedy at Europe's external borders

HBO Max working on documentary about Gilmore Girls series
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HBO Max working on documentary about Gilmore Girls series

HBO Max is currently developing a documentary focused on the origins and production of the popular television series Gilmore Girls. The project, which has not yet received an official title, will prov...

Not every child can go on vacation: Stuif-Stuif gives them that holiday feeling anyway
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Not every child can go on vacation: Stuif-Stuif gives them that holiday feeling anyway

The children's festival Stuif-Stuif in Haarlem provides various recreational activities for children who cannot go on holiday during the summer break. The event aims to offer an inclusive experience t...

Erasmus MC to offer DNA testing for premature babies to prevent antibiotic-induced deafness
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Erasmus MC to offer DNA testing for premature babies to prevent antibiotic-induced deafness

Erasmus MC has started performing DNA tests on all premature infants to detect a genetic mutation that increases the risk of deafness from antibiotics. This initiative marks the first time such a scre...

Review: Traumatized FBI agent hunts female serial killer in Furious
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Review: Traumatized FBI agent hunts female serial killer in Furious

His neighbor saw Zlatan Ibrahimovic playing soccer in his underwear in the living room: a tour of Diemen, former home to many Ajax players
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His neighbor saw Zlatan Ibrahimovic playing soccer in his underwear in the living room: a tour of Diemen, former home to many Ajax players

Zach (36) lives in a former brothel: ‘Men still come to the door asking for it’
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Zach (36) lives in a former brothel: ‘Men still come to the door asking for it’

On this facade in the Jordaan, novel character Kees walks past his great love Rosa with his signature swimming-pool gait
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On this facade in the Jordaan, novel character Kees walks past his great love Rosa with his signature swimming-pool gait

Café De Leven (no, not Het Leven – don't you know Sef!?) in West is a neighborhood pub with a hip-hop brunch
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Café De Leven (no, not Het Leven – don't you know Sef!?) in West is a neighborhood pub with a hip-hop brunch

When Bounti is allowed into the garden park after winter, she jumps like a cow through the meadow
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When Bounti is allowed into the garden park after winter, she jumps like a cow through the meadow