Dutch News in English
Latest headlines from the Netherlands in English. Covering Amsterdam, Haarlem, and national Dutch news.
Dutch bitcoin company Bitonic hacked, bitcoins from three customers stolen
The Dutch bitcoin company Bitonic suffered a cyberattack that resulted in the theft of funds from three customers and the unauthorized alteration of account login information. The platform has since r...
Ten homes evacuated after discovery of possible explosive in Sloten
Authorities evacuated ten homes in the Sloten neighborhood of Amsterdam after a suspicious object was discovered in a front garden on the Schillingdijk. The military's Explosive Ordnance Disposal Serv...
Possible explosive found at home on Schillingdijk in De Aker, street partially evacuated
Police cordoned off a portion of Schillingdijk in Amsterdam and evacuated ten homes on Monday evening after a suspicious package was found in a resident's garden. Experts from the defense explosive or...
Canadian maple syrup reserves at risk of running out due to dispute with US
Canada's strategic maple syrup reserves are rapidly dwindling due to increased demand from American importers concerned about rising trade tariffs. The professional association in Quebec warns that st...
Author Herman Koch has Parkinson's disease: 'I'm already a bit used to it'
Author Herman Koch has announced that he has been diagnosed with Parkinson's disease after experiencing ongoing balance issues. Although the diagnosis was unexpected, Koch is receiving treatment and r...
Amsterdam-West bunker back on the market after four years, this time at a friendlier price
A historic Cold War bomb shelter in Amsterdam-West has been relisted for sale at a reduced price of 295,000 euros. While the property offers a unique underground space, strict zoning regulations curre...
Research using VR headsets on how cycling routes are experienced: "We want women to feel safe"
The municipality of Amsterdam is using VR headsets to study the perceived safety of bicycle paths in Amsterdam-Zuidoost. By analyzing brain waves and participant feedback, researchers aim to implement...
Cabinet invests 450 million euros in rainforest protection fund
The Dutch government has pledged 450 million euros to the Tropical Forests Forever Facility, a global initiative led by Brazil to protect rainforests through investment-based returns. The contribution...
Theater maker Louise Snouck Hurgronje (30) brings The Flick to cinema De Uitkijk: I’ve come up with many silly things
Thirty-year-old theater maker Louise Snouck Hurgronje is bringing her production of The Flick to the historic film theater De Uitkijk. Through her company Amsterdam on Stage, she organizes unique perf...
Many cabinets have tried, will cutting the number of civil servants finally succeed this time?
The Dutch government is attempting to reduce the number of civil servants after numerous failed attempts by previous cabinets. Success likely depends on the government's ability to clearly define whic...
Dozens of reports of robberies during ADE: "The whole night changed in an instant"
Police have received dozens of reports of jewelry thefts and violent robberies during the Amsterdam Dance Event, with some suspects allegedly using pepper spray or tear gas to distract victims. Severa...
Growing concerns in Haarlem over emotional abuse: 280 calls in six months
Haarlem has seen a significant increase in reports of emotional abuse and partner intimidation, totaling approximately 280 cases in the first half of the year. While authorities attribute the rise to ...
Microsoft offers severance packages to quarter of staff to cut costs
Microsoft is offering a voluntary exit package to roughly 60,000 employees to reduce costs as it increases investments in artificial intelligence and data center infrastructure. Staff members have unt...
Man stabbed at shelter in De Pijp
A man was stabbed during an argument between two residents at a homeless shelter in Amsterdam's De Pijp neighborhood. The victim was treated independently after the incident, and a 33-year-old suspect...
Wolves target cattle, vets sound alarm: ‘Ensure management’
Wolf attacks on cattle in the province of Drenthe have surged dramatically, with 60 incidents reported this year alone compared to only seven in 2022. Local veterinarians and farmers are calling for u...
Even a photo of Rinus Michels travels to JOS Watergraafsmeer's unique cup match
Amateur football club JOS Watergraafsmeer is preparing for a major KNVB Cup match against NAC Breda. Due to technical requirements, the game will be played at the AFC complex, where the club plans to ...
Released suspect in Romanian ‘pimp gang’ case rearrested day before Amsterdam trial begins
George B., a suspect linked to a Romanian pimping ring accused of exploiting sex workers in Amsterdam's red-light district, was arrested again just before his trial began. He is the half-brother of th...
KLM suspends flights to Dubai until late March due to unrest in the Middle East
KLM has suspended flights to Dubai until late March and cancelled services to Riyadh and Dammam until November 2026 citing regional instability. The airline is responding to ongoing threats and geopol...
Residents to pay more for parking: permits inside the Ring up to 41 percent more expensive
Amsterdam is significantly increasing parking permit fees for residents starting next year to address municipal budget deficits and manage urban space. Residents within the city's Ring road will see t...
Explosive rise in parking permit costs: sometimes even a doubling
Amsterdam will significantly raise parking permit fees for residents starting next year, with some costs doubling in specific neighborhoods. City officials state the increases are intended to reduce u...