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

Amazing footage: we filmed the Canal Parade from the Book Boat using a 360-degree camera
Hundreds of thousands of spectators watched the annual Canal Parade, featuring eighty boats, which took place this past Saturday. News outlet AT5 utilized a 360-degree camera on the 'Boekenboot' to pr...

Loreen postpones European tour to next year: 'It's not easy'
Swedish singer Loreen has postponed the remaining dates of her European tour until the spring of 2027. This includes her scheduled performance at Paradiso in Amsterdam, which was originally planned fo...

What to do if stung by an Asian hornet? An allergist explains
The Asian hornet is spreading across the Netherlands, causing concern due to its painful stings and potential health risks. An allergologist from Spaarne Gasthuis in Haarlem advises using ice and anti...

Record number of building permits, but housing supply will not grow for now
The number of building permits for new homes in the Netherlands has reached record levels. However, experts at ING Research note that construction is not increasing due to labor shortages, high buildi...
Architect André van Stigt (68) visits his father Joop's North Amsterdam school building as it gains listed status: I think it has been needlessly mistreated
Between cheese, candy and hemp seeds: Amsterdam streetwear label La Fam now has its own store on the Nieuwendijk
Fish in the IJsselmeer are thriving: Nothing was swimming there in 2014
Ridden and groped: bronze bull on Beursplein symbolises optimism and rising stock prices
In Venice, the waste boat is normal, but a change ten years ago really helped against litter: 'The seagulls pecked everything open'
Benches on Purmerplein in North created vibrancy, but strict rules now ban their use
Annemarie (32) earns 2395 euros and lives with her boyfriend in the house her father bought for her: 'I know I'm lucky'

French top chef Jean Imbert arrested for domestic violence against partner
French celebrity chef Jean Imbert has been arrested and is currently being questioned by police regarding allegations of domestic violence against multiple partners. The investigation into the chef's ...

How camera surveillance works in the Delflandplein neighborhood: drug user fined nearly 500 euros
Surveillance cameras in the Delflandpleinbuurt neighborhood of Amsterdam have led to the fining of a drug user caught consuming hard drugs in public. Local authorities and police report ongoing challe...

Ajax fans show old-school ambition at open day: "The treble must be achievable"
Thousands of supporters gathered at the Johan Cruijff Arena in Amsterdam for Ajax's annual open day to witness the presentation of the men's and women's squads. Fans expressed high ambitions for the u...

Large wildfire near Overveen dunes, part of campsite evacuated
A large brush fire broke out in the dunes near Overveen, prompting emergency services to respond and partially evacuate a nearby campsite as a precaution. Firefighters are currently working to control...
Tailor-made tactics, extensions and a warm welcome: how Míchel plans to forge a winning team from stars brought to Ajax by Cruijff
European markets gain after reports of Middle East negotiations
European stock markets closed with significant gains on Monday, driven by a drop in oil prices following hopes for new negotiations in the Middle East. President Donald Trump announced that talks with...
Noa Lang back to Ajax? Napoli forward deemed surplus to requirements a candidate to replace Mika Godts
Noa Lang is being considered for a return to Ajax to replace Mika Godts. Technical director Jordi Cruijff has identified the 27-year-old winger as a primary candidate for the position.

Queer choirs from around the world at the Concertgebouw: We want to show the diversity of Taiwan
The second edition of the Choir Festival is taking place at the Concertgebouw in Amsterdam, featuring eight queer choirs from around the world. The participating groups, including choirs from the Unit...

Queer choirs from around the world at the Concertgebouw: "We want to show the diversity of Taiwan"
The Concertgebouw in Amsterdam is hosting the second edition of an international queer choir festival featuring eight groups from around the world. The performers aim to celebrate diversity and promot...