Dutch News in English
Latest headlines from the Netherlands in English. Covering Amsterdam, Haarlem, and national Dutch news.
Reality series about Frans, Gerard and Wolter: we love watching folk singers
Dutch singers Frans Bauer, Gerard Joling, and Wolter Kroes are opening up their private lives to camera crews for new reality series. The show aims to connect with viewers by highlighting the ordinary...
Wonderwall climbs back to number 2 in UK charts after thirty years thanks to World Cup
The Oasis song 'Wonderwall' has reached number two on the British music charts, matching its original 1995 peak. The resurgence of the rock ballad is attributed to the ongoing influence of the World C...
Summer clothing is flying off the shelves: experts say these summer dresses are a must-have
As summer sales begin, fashion experts have identified seven key dress trends that are currently popular. Consumers are encouraged to take advantage of the discounted prices to update their wardrobes ...
Large fire with heavy smoke in Amsterdam-Slotervaart apartment
A large fire broke out this afternoon in an apartment complex on Nachtwachtlaan in Amsterdam-Slotervaart. While the fire is now under control, emergency services advised nearby residents to keep doors...
Young Mona Keijzer was a tomboy, fearless and untamable: A very difficult teenager
This article explores the childhood and early personality of Mona Keijzer, describing her as a strong-willed, fearless girl from Volendam who defied traditional expectations. It traces her journey fro...
Major fire with heavy smoke in Nieuw-West apartment building
Molotov cocktails and death threats: AI rage now also targeting tech bosses
CEOs of major AI companies, such as Sam Altman of OpenAI and Dario Amodei of Anthropic, are now under heavy security protection due to increasing public anger. These executives are facing threats and ...
Large fire with heavy smoke at Slotervaart apartment
A large fire broke out this afternoon in an apartment building on Nachtwachtlaan in the Slotervaart neighborhood of Amsterdam. Emergency services responded to the scene, and while no injuries have bee...
Cost of mobile data while traveling drops due to new eSIM providers
The rise of travel e-SIM providers is increasing competition and driving down roaming costs for mobile internet outside the EU. These digital alternatives are now offering larger data bundles and more...
Moulin Rouge! set flooded by sprinklers, shows cancelled
The set of the Moulin Rouge! musical in Utrecht was damaged on Friday after the sprinkler system was accidentally activated. Due to the incident, upcoming performances of the show have been canceled, ...
Janine Abbring has no regrets over commercial that cost her Wintergasten role
Janine Abbring stated that she has no regrets about appearing in a commercial for an online bank, which previously cost her the opportunity to host the interview program Wintergasten. Although the sit...
Piet Hein Tunnel temporarily closed
Gert had been director of his family business for years, then he was done: 'There had to be more in the world'
After decades as the director of his family business, 58-year-old Gert decided to resign to travel and explore new experiences. He shared his story of taking on various side jobs in the Netherlands to...
Twenty years of nature conservation work goes up in flames after fire at Middenmeer sports park: ‘We will really have to start over’
Heavy smoke and odor nuisance from scrap fire in Westpoort
Smell of burning plastic in parts of city center due to waste fire in Westpoort
A large fire broke out at a waste processing facility in the Westpoort area of Amsterdam, resulting in a strong smell of burning plastic across several parts of the city. Authorities have advised resi...
Police believe missing crew member of sunken tugboat in harbor has died
Emergency services have shifted from a rescue to a recovery operation after a push boat sank in Amsterdam's Coenhaven, with the missing crew member presumed deceased. Authorities, including the labor ...
Belgium bans imports from Israeli settlements
Belgium has announced an import ban on products originating from Israeli-occupied territories. The country took this unilateral action after the European Commission failed to implement a unified Europ...
Girl's dog bite 'her own fault', but judge disagrees: 3000 euros in damages
A judge in the Netherlands has ruled that a dog owner is liable for damages after his dog bit an 11-year-old girl in Diemen in 2022. The owner must pay 3,000 euros in compensation after the court reje...
Stricter rules for electric car manufacturers in Hungary
Hungary is planning to implement stricter environmental regulations and higher taxes for its electric vehicle manufacturing sector. This shift marks a departure from the previous policies that offered...