Dutch News in English
Latest headlines from the Netherlands in English. Covering Amsterdam, Haarlem, and national Dutch news.
Toy store at Staalmanplein in Slotervaart closed for six months after two explosions
'Unprecedented' drought set to cause pain: irrigation bans for farmers and saltwater intrusion for Boskoop growers
Severe drought conditions in the Netherlands have prompted officials to warn that upcoming water usage restrictions could significantly impact farmers and plant nurseries. Authorities are currently at...

ING scanner unable to handle new iDEAL technology
Starting in October, ING customers who rely exclusively on the bank's physical scanner will no longer be able to use iDEAL for online payments. The bank stated it cannot implement the technology requi...
Tech stocks fall worldwide amid growing doubts over AI hype
Global tech stocks are experiencing a significant decline as investor confidence in the artificial intelligence hype begins to wane. This downturn marks a sharp reversal from the earlier strong perfor...
You are not digital nomads, you are colonists: Balinese and Dutch people speak out after running club controversy

Gordon reaches goal for Men's Health: Not an Arnold Schwarzenegger body
The 58-year-old singer and presenter Gordon posed for the cover of Men's Health this Wednesday. He achieved his fitness goals through a strict diet and intense workout routine, though he noted he did ...
Over 24 hours in the air: new Airbus aircraft immediately sets unprecedented record
The first Airbus A350-1000ULR has set a record by completing a non-stop flight lasting over 24 hours. The aircraft traveled from Melbourne, Australia, to Toulouse, France, during this historic test fl...
9 ways to be well-prepared for the 2026 Canal Parade
The Canal Parade is scheduled to take place on Saturday, August 1, 2026. Attendees are encouraged to prepare by following specific guidelines regarding boat regulations and public conduct to ensure a ...
Sunny news: this will be the weather during the Canal Parade in Amsterdam
The weather forecast for the Canal Parade in Amsterdam on Saturday, August 1st, predicts sunny conditions with temperatures around 25 degrees Celsius. According to the KNMI, there is a low chance of r...
Where will you be standing? This is the route of the Amsterdam Canal Parade 2026
The Canal Parade is scheduled to take place on Saturday, August 1, 2026, traveling through the historic center of Amsterdam. The annual event, which is part of the Canal Pride celebrations, attracts h...
Hassan M. (19) shot old friend in shoulder and stomach in Nieuw-West and missed two others – prosecutors demand 8-year prison sentence

Judge corrects minister: decision on Lelystad Airport permit by 2027
A judge has ordered Agriculture Minister Jaimi van Essen to make a decision regarding the nature permit for Lelystad Airport by the end of this year. This ruling overturns the minister's previous plan...

Persistent heat puts pressure on Rhine freight transport
Persistent heat in Europe is causing water levels on the Rhine to drop to historic lows, severely impacting the transport of goods like coal and fuel. This situation is creating significant logistics ...

Coca-Cola revenue grows thanks to higher soft drink sales
Coca-Cola reported increased revenue in the last quarter, driven by higher soft drink sales during the World Cup and the implementation of price hikes. As a major sponsor of the tournament, the compan...

More expensive sportswear and jackets: EU imposes import tariffs on Chinese nylon
The European Union has introduced import duties ranging from 60 to 67.5 percent on Chinese nylon. This measure aims to counter the dumping of low-priced nylon on the European market, which is expected...

Police operation in Amsterdam Nieuw-West: masked officers and helicopter circling
A large-scale police operation involving masked special intervention units and a helicopter is underway in the Osdorp neighborhood of Amsterdam. Emergency services have escalated the situation to a GR...

Major police operation in Osdorp: crashed BMW linked to explosives found at German ATM bombing
A major police operation is underway in Amsterdam-Osdorp after a car suspected of being involved in a recent ATM bombing in Germany crashed following a police chase. Authorities have evacuated nearby ...