Dutch News in English
Latest headlines from the Netherlands in English. Covering Amsterdam, Haarlem, and national Dutch news.
Fatbike rider seriously injured after collision in Zuidoost

From house of prayer to meeting place: activities at Haarlem's Oosterkerk in Tuin van Oost
The Oosterkerk in Haarlem has been repurposed into a community hub as part of the 'Buurtbakens' project, hosting diverse weekly activities for local residents. While the building remains a church, the...

Daan lives in his own food forest in the summer, where everything is edible
Daan Goppel has transformed his allotment garden at Tuinpark de Molen in Amsterdam-Noord into a wild, edible food forest containing 250 plant species. While he resides in a bustling part of the city, ...

Neighbors sympathize with affected family after major fire: It is a lot in such a small village
A large fire in Weteringbrug destroyed two sheds containing vehicles and a furniture workshop early in the morning. While nearby homes were saved by firefighters, the local community has expressed sym...

Going on holiday by electric car is getting easier, but charging costs vary significantly
Electric vehicle travel has become increasingly accessible, allowing drivers to reach their destinations with fewer concerns about range. However, experts warn that significant variations in charging ...
Haroon Sheikh explored how Eindhoven and Amsterdam can benefit from each other (spoiler: a lot!)
Professor Haroon Sheikh has investigated the potential for greater collaboration between the technology sectors of Amsterdam and Eindhoven. Following a challenge from former ASML CEO Peter Wennink, th...

Herman Brood would still love Amsterdam today, says his manager: "Still brothels and casinos"
Former manager Koos van Dijk and drummer Guzz Genser reflected on their time spent with rock musician Herman Brood at a café in Amsterdam-West. They suggested that Brood would still appreciate the ci...

Herman Brood would still love Amsterdam today, says his manager: "Still brothels and casinos"
Former manager Koos van Dijk and drummer Guzz Genser recall the time spent with Herman Brood at Café de Toog in Amsterdam West. They reflect on the late musician's life and suggest he would still app...

Stones replaced by greenery in Indische Buurt, Haarlem
Residents in the Indische Buurt neighborhood of Haarlem are working to replace paved areas with greenery to combat high temperatures and improve the living environment. Landscape architect Bieke van H...
Haga Lyceum board considers next steps following critical report

Watching the Tour de France at the campsite? Your TV app might just stop working
Vacationers trying to watch live television abroad often face restrictions when using TV apps on large screens outside of their home network. There is ongoing debate regarding whether these limitation...
Showering daily is fine according to dermatologist, but watch for these warning signs
Dermatologist Griet Voet explains that while showering daily during hot weather is generally acceptable, it can impact skin health if not done carefully. She provides professional advice on how to avo...
Police find large quantity of drugs in storage unit in Amsterdam-Noord
A kidney from your best friend: When I saw him lying there, I thought, wow, you really did this for me
Teun has donated one of his kidneys to his best friend, Joey, after learning of his critical health condition. Following the successful transplant, the two friends report feeling as close as family.

Belgian singer Metejoor and model Celine Van Ouytsel split up
Belgian singer Metejoor and model Celine Van Ouytsel have ended their relationship. Their management confirmed the split and stated that there was no conflict between the pair.

Baby boomer inheritance widens wealth gap: 'Inheritance tax comes too late'
The wealth gap in the Netherlands is widening due to increasingly large inheritances being passed down from the baby boomer generation. While a majority of the public supports higher taxes on large in...
Then at Mercatorplein: this is where the story of the Dirk van den Broek supermarket began
The Dirk van den Broek supermarket located at Mercatorplein stands on historically significant ground where the company's story began. This location serves as the origin point for the well-known Dutch...

Student expelled for distributing tests, but judge intervenes
A judge in Amsterdam has ruled that a high school acted too harshly by expelling a student for stealing and distributing photos of upcoming exams. While the court acknowledged the seriousness of the s...
Why women on the right are breaking through
Recent observations from a NATO summit highlight that the few female leaders currently representing EU nations are predominantly from right-wing political parties. Analysts suggest that women succeedi...

Smart travel tips are pouring in, but we keep flocking to the same countries
Travel experts are suggesting alternative destinations and booking strategies to save money on vacations. However, travelers continue to flock to popular countries, and not all widely shared travel ti...