Dutch News in English

Latest headlines from the Netherlands in English. Covering Amsterdam, Haarlem, and national Dutch news.

Cees Geel (1965-2026): the eternal cop who could tell a story with a single eyebrow
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Cees Geel (1965-2026): the eternal cop who could tell a story with a single eyebrow

Amsterdam lights up dozens of buildings in rainbow colors during WorldPride
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Amsterdam lights up dozens of buildings in rainbow colors during WorldPride

Person in electric wheelchair victim of attempted robbery in Zaandam
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Person in electric wheelchair victim of attempted robbery in Zaandam

A person in an electric wheelchair was the victim of an attempted robbery on the Peperstraat in Zaandam on Tuesday, July 14, around 8:00 AM. Police are currently seeking witnesses to the incident.

Writers Guild takes legal action over Paramount's acquisition of Warner Bros.
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Writers Guild takes legal action over Paramount's acquisition of Warner Bros.

The Writers Guild of America has filed a lawsuit to block the acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery by Paramount Skydance. The union argues that the merger threatens the livelihoods of screenwriters.

79 reports of demolition and tree felling in Haarlem last week
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79 reports of demolition and tree felling in Haarlem last week

The municipality of Haarlem processed 79 permit applications last week related to demolition and tree felling. Residents are encouraged to review the list to see how these activities affect their spec...

One streaming service stops paying for AI music: what are competitors doing about the flood of AI junk?
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One streaming service stops paying for AI music: what are competitors doing about the flood of AI junk?

Streaming platforms are facing an influx of AI-generated music, leading to concerns about how to distinguish it from human-made content. While Dutch listeners show a preference for music created by re...

GGD present throughout the city during WorldPride
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GGD present throughout the city during WorldPride

The GGD will be present at various locations throughout the city, including the boat parade, during WorldPride. The article highlights the organization's development into an advocate for the lhbtiq+ c...

Dutch-Moroccan human rights organizations criticize opening of House of Morocco in Amsterdam’s Plantage neighborhood
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Dutch-Moroccan human rights organizations criticize opening of House of Morocco in Amsterdam’s Plantage neighborhood

Tiny bug, massive itch: how do we stop the oak processionary moth?
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Tiny bug, massive itch: how do we stop the oak processionary moth?

The oak processionary caterpillar has returned in large numbers across the Netherlands, causing health issues due to its irritating stinging hairs. Biologist Arnold van Vliet explains the causes for t...

Meet Erwin: the man behind Amsterdam's cheeriest ice cream cart
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Meet Erwin: the man behind Amsterdam's cheeriest ice cream cart

Erwin operates a colorful bicycle ice cream cart in Amsterdam, serving Italian gelato to locals in areas like Sarphatipark and Weesperzijde. His business has become a recognizable sight in the city th...

He started behind the grill at McDonald's, now Wesley Tack is the first ever PVV alderman: 'Wilders is looking over my shoulder'
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He started behind the grill at McDonald's, now Wesley Tack is the first ever PVV alderman: 'Wilders is looking over my shoulder'

Wesley Tack has been appointed as the first-ever alderman for the PVV party, despite having no prior political experience. Originally from Belgium and a former McDonald's employee, Tack faces signific...

Rapper Travis Scott charged with assaulting staff member during boat trip
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Rapper Travis Scott charged with assaulting staff member during boat trip

Rapper Travis Scott has been sued by a boat captain and two staff members for allegedly assaulting and threatening them during a boat trip in 2024. The lawsuit follows incidents that occurred while th...

Video | Zendaya appears in spectacular feather dress at The Odyssey premiere
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Video | Zendaya appears in spectacular feather dress at The Odyssey premiere

AEX index tops 1,100 points for the first time following ASML share price jump
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AEX index tops 1,100 points for the first time following ASML share price jump

The Amsterdam stock exchange has reached a historic milestone by surpassing 1,100 points for the first time. The AEX-index rose shortly after the market opened on Wednesday, driven significantly by a ...

Ariana Grande hints at reunion with ex-boyfriend in modified lyrics
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Ariana Grande hints at reunion with ex-boyfriend in modified lyrics

American media report that singer Ariana Grande has reunited with her former boyfriend, Ricky Alvarez. The speculation follows sightings of the two together and a modification Grande made to the lyric...

Quarter of a million train passengers bought cheaper summer pass
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Quarter of a million train passengers bought cheaper summer pass

Approximately 270,000 people have purchased a summer discount subscription for train travel in the Netherlands over the past month. NS has observed an increase in train travel during off-peak hours si...

Person injured in possible stabbing at Central Station
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Person injured in possible stabbing at Central Station

A man was injured following an altercation near the Central Station in Amsterdam around 1:00 a.m. The police are investigating the incident, which may involve a stabbing, and no suspects have been arr...

Jan Kooijman's shoe got stuck in the rice fields and Jelka van Houten suffered an acute migraine
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Jan Kooijman's shoe got stuck in the rice fields and Jelka van Houten suffered an acute migraine

Driving to Zandvoort for Formula 1? Here is what you need to arrange
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Driving to Zandvoort for Formula 1? Here is what you need to arrange

During the upcoming Formula 1 race weekend in Zandvoort from August 21 to 23, the village will be largely inaccessible to regular car traffic. Visitors or residents needing to enter the area during th...

Chinese economy also suffers from Middle East war
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Chinese economy also suffers from Middle East war

China's economic growth slowed to 4.3 percent in the second quarter of this year due to weak domestic demand. The rise in oil prices, driven by the ongoing conflict in the Middle East, has further neg...