Dutch News in English
Latest headlines from the Netherlands in English. Covering Amsterdam, Haarlem, and national Dutch news.
Cyclist killed by fallen tree was 38-year-old man from Amsterdam
A 38-year-old cyclist died after being struck by a falling tree on the Sloterweg in Amsterdam. The incident occurred during a period of stormy weather that has caused multiple tree-related accidents t...
Rapper GIMS postpones concerts due to health: 'Facing reality'
Rapper GIMS has postponed his upcoming concert tour due to undisclosed health issues, acting on medical advice to step back from the stage. The artist, who is currently under judicial supervision amid...
Sting, Mumford & Sons, RAYE and blink-182 to headline Pinkpop next year
Pinkpop has revealed the headliners for its 2027 edition, featuring major acts like Sting, Mumford & Sons, blink-182, and RAYE. The festival will be held from June 18 to June 20, with tickets going on...
Gas prices continue to rise, Europe enters winter with low gas reserves
Natural gas prices are climbing due to supply chain disruptions caused by ongoing conflict in the Middle East, leading to significantly lower export volumes from major producers like Qatar. Consequent...
Humberto Tan found reactions to pregnancy mainly annoying for his girlfriend
Presenter Humberto Tan has spoken out about the intrusive public reactions to his partner Elise Roodenburg's pregnancy. While the couple is happy to be expecting a daughter, Tan expressed frustration ...
Don't always hire an expensive professional: neighbors and family must help with care again, says this professor
DSW's recent announcement of a significant premium increase has prompted Roelof Ettema, the new professor of Network Care, to describe the current healthcare system as unsustainable. Ettema warns that...
Davita teaches yoga to children: ‘You don’t have to be flexible or sit still’
Child coach Davita Wopereis is launching a series of yoga classes for children aged 6 to 10 at the Samana Yoga Center in Amsterdam starting November 12. The sessions focus on movement, play, and self-...
Pilots go to work despite fatigue and sometimes take naps during flights
A survey by the European Cockpit Association reveals that many pilots continue to work while exhausted due to fear of repercussions from employers. Three-quarters of the participants reported falling ...
No trains between Amsterdam Centraal and Utrecht after collision near Muiderpoort station
Train travel between Amsterdam Central and Utrecht is currently suspended following a collision at Muiderpoort station early this morning. Rail authorities expect operations to resume by 10:30 a.m. an...
Hotel chain Fletcher acquired by international hotel operator
The Dutch hotel chain Fletcher Hotels has been acquired by international operator Sunday PropTech. The deal includes the purchase of all shares from the previous owner, Egeria, and the company's manag...
This will be a hit: everyone can share their experiences with Angela de Jong on the Angela de Jong podcast
Satirist Diederik Ebbinge has launched a new production company called Promemedia, which features a variety of podcasts including a show dedicated to listener experiences with Angela de Jong. The proj...
Fewer packages from Asia for PostNL, which again advocates for three-day letter delivery in the Netherlands
PostNL reports a 32 percent decline in parcel volumes from Asian retailers due to new European customs fees, despite seeing a slight rise in overall quarterly revenue. The company is simultaneously pr...
Dutch people ordering far fewer packages from abroad via PostNL
PostNL reports a 32 percent decline in parcel deliveries from outside the EU following the implementation of a new import fee. To cope with shrinking mail volumes, the company has shifted to a two-day...
No trains between Amsterdam Central and Utrecht
Train traffic between Amsterdam Centraal and Utrecht has been suspended due to a collision. There is currently no service available between these two stations.
Míchel prepares weak Ajax for battle on three fronts: 'We won't make it with 14 players'
Ajax returned to the title race after a narrow 1-2 win against Sparta, although the team's performance lacked the quality of a true championship contender. Manager Míchel expressed concerns regarding...
Guy flies back to Israel to vote against Netanyahu, just like tens of thousands of others
Approximately 50,000 Israelis living abroad are traveling back to their home country to vote in the upcoming parliamentary elections, as remote voting is prohibited. Many of these citizens are returni...
Guy flies back to Israel to vote against Netanyahu, like tens of thousands of others
Tens of thousands of Israelis are flying back to their home country to vote in parliamentary elections, as expatriate voting is not permitted. Many, including Amsterdam-based resident Guy Spigelman, a...
E-consults save time and are efficient, especially for embarrassing questions about inflamed body parts
Doctor Rutger offers e-consults for sensitive medical issues to save patients time and reduce embarrassment. While efficient, the accuracy of these remote consultations depends on patients providing c...
Cabinet to cut civil service: 25,000 fewer full-time jobs by 2035
The Dutch cabinet plans to reduce the national civil service by 25,000 full-time positions by 2035. State Secretary Eric van der Burg also announced that funding for various advisory bodies will be si...
Demand for Chinese cars is surging; German and French manufacturers fall behind
Chinese car sales in the Netherlands have more than doubled this year, significantly impacting traditional European manufacturers. Strong demand for affordable, feature-rich electric and hybrid vehicl...