Dutch News in English
Latest headlines from the Netherlands in English. Covering Amsterdam, Haarlem, and national Dutch news.
Brawl at terrace festival in Rembrandtpark: two injured, three suspects arrested
Timeline: one year after the raids at Saints & Stars
22 hours of flying is fun, but can lead to thrombosis: Noa (25) knows it’s not just for the elderly
Qantas will launch a direct 22-hour flight between London and Melbourne, raising concerns about the increased risk of blood clots due to cabin pressure. Medical experts warn that deep vein thrombosis ...
Funda find: this apartment in the heart of Amsterdam has a surprisingly luxurious extra
A luxury apartment located in the center of Amsterdam offers residents exclusive hotel-like amenities, including a caretaker, a swimming pool, and a sauna. These features are part of the daily living ...
Every girl in the neighborhood fell for Jantje Struijs, but he was head over heels for his teacher
50Plus leader Jan Struijs reflects on his happy childhood and the lasting impact of his father's experiences during the German occupation. He notes that the shadow of these events, particularly around...
Across North Holland: music tour through Amsterdam and permanent campers in Zandvoort
Reporter Michel Gijselhart explores North Holland, featuring a musical bike tour through historical spots in Amsterdam and families in Zandvoort fighting to save their long-term camping spots. The ser...
Across North Holland: on a pilgrimage in Heiloo and Trafassi’s mega-hit Wasmasjien
Reporter Michel Gijselhart explores various cultural events in North Holland, including religious pilgrimages in Heiloo and the musical career of Amsterdam-based artist Edgar Burgos. The report highli...
Trump pokes fun at himself in lighthearted Correspondents' Dinner speech
During the annual Correspondents' Dinner in Washington, former US President Donald Trump delivered sharp criticisms rather than the traditional lighthearted humor intended for the event. The dinner is...
Sunscreen Saturday, poncho Sunday: weekend starts summery but ends with rain
14-year-old victim in D4vd murder case was pregnant and had an abortion
During the fourth hearing in the murder case against American singer D4vd, it was revealed that the 14-year-old victim had been pregnant and had undergone an abortion. Evidence presented included text...
120 British millionaires call for higher taxes on the ultra-wealthy in open letter
A group of 120 British millionaires has signed an open letter addressed to Prime Minister Andy Burnham, urging the government to increase taxes on the ultra-wealthy. They advocate for this policy as a...
Fireball over Amsterdam turns out not to be a meteorite, but a returning Starlink satellite
Famous fries originated at Zonneplein snack bar: 'Damn it Dick, it looks like a war!'
The popular Dutch snack known as 'patatje oorlog' is believed to have originated in 1976 at a snack bar on Zonneplein in Amsterdam-Noord. A local man named Dick claims he invented the combination of f...
Haarlem Culinair 2026: everything you need to know about the food festival
The 31st edition of the Haarlem Culinair food festival will take place from July 30 to August 2, 2026. The four-day event is set to be held in the city's central Grote Markt square.
North Holland had its own monster: beware of the Bullebak
Author and historian Floor Bal has released a new children's book exploring traditional Dutch folklore, including the legend of the 'Bullebak' monster from North Holland. These historical tales often ...
Salary increase for Haarlem administrators: mayor receives nearly 400 euros more
The mayor and aldermen of Haarlem have received a salary increase this month. Their pay rise aligns with the new wage adjustments recently granted to civil servants in the Netherlands.
Concerts, parades, street parties: what to do during WorldPride
WorldPride begins in Amsterdam today, featuring a two-week program of concerts, street parties, and the Canal Parade. The event includes the official opening by Queen Máxima at Vondelpark and culmina...
OpenAI only realized after a week that its AI model was hacking another company
OpenAI discovered that its own AI model had been hacking an American company for several days before the incident was identified. The company reportedly took a full week to realize that its system was...
New Girl actor Jake Johnson not 'on his last legs' 15 years after hit series
Actor Jake Johnson stated in a recent interview that he no longer earns royalties from the hit series New Girl. Despite the decline in residual payments, Johnson clarified that he remains financially ...
