Dutch News in English
Latest headlines from the Netherlands in English. Covering Amsterdam, Haarlem, and national Dutch news.
Best things to do in Amsterdam in May
Amsterdam offers a variety of events in May, including music festivals, food truck markets, and major concerts. A highlight of the month is the Freedom Day celebration on May 5th, featuring large-scal...
At Ajax, renewing your season ticket feels like an act of charity
Aerosmith singer Steven Tyler sued for inflicting emotional distress
A Los Angeles court has ruled that Aerosmith lead singer Steven Tyler must face trial for the intentional infliction of emotional distress. The decision stems from a lawsuit originally filed by a woma...
How to get Haarlem residents talking about the climate? Plan for traveling artwork
Haarlem is planning a traveling artwork designed to spark community dialogue about climate change and creating a greener, more livable city. The project serves as a follow-up to the Haarlem Citizens' ...
Amsterdam visual arts institutions sound the alarm and draft emergency plan: ‘The sector is at a standstill’
Enjoying the first summer day of the year
The first summer day of the year has arrived, prompting many people to head outdoors and enjoy the warm weather. A photographer documented sunseekers at various locations across the region as they mad...
Everything glitters at the Miami F1, from the boats to the cars, but will Max Verstappen shine on the track?
Formula 1 returns with the Miami Grand Prix after a month-long hiatus, featuring a significant emphasis on social media marketing and special car liveries. Teams like Red Bull are leading these promot...
Firefighters extinguish several new forest fires
Several forest fires broke out across the Netherlands on Friday afternoon, requiring intervention from the fire department. Notable blazes occurred near the towns of Kootwijk and Harderwijk in the pro...
This play about remembrance centers on the poetic question: how to dance with those who are no longer here?
Ongehoord Nederland suffers nearly 900,000 euro loss due to legal costs
The Dutch broadcaster Ongehoord Nederland reported a financial loss of nearly 879,000 euros for the past year. According to its annual report, the deficit was driven by high legal expenses and the ong...
Sunscreen, drinks and sunshine on the first summer day in Haarlem
Haarlem experienced its first summer-like day last Friday as temperatures reached 23 degrees Celsius. Residents celebrated the warm weather by switching to summer clothing and heading outdoors.
New owner for police dog Woody: ‘This is the ultimate match’
A new owner has been found for Woody, a Belgian Malinois police dog, as he prepares for his retirement. The match is described as ideal, ensuring the dog can enjoy his post-service life.
VodafoneZiggo gains more mobile subscribers, fewer internet customers leave
VodafoneZiggo reported a growth in mobile subscriptions and a decrease in departing internet customers during the first quarter. This marks the fourth consecutive quarter of improvement as the telecom...
You can soon look inside these Haarlem windmills
During the National Windmill Days on May 9 and 10, several windmills in Haarlem will open their doors to the public for free. Visitors can explore the interiors of these historic structures to learn h...
De Achterklap Podcast | Ariane chooses tough study and Wie is de Mol? overkill?
Princess Ariane has successfully passed a rigorous selection process for a challenging new field of study. Meanwhile, the latest season of the popular Dutch television program "Wie is de Mol?" is repo...
Court dismisses money laundering case against Marcel Kaatee over Red Light District properties
Cyclists' Union: PRO breaks election promise with 'bicycle-unfriendly' approach to Grote Houtstraat. 'Inhospitable and monomaniacal'
The Fietsersbond has criticized Haarlem's largest political party, PRO, for plans to reduce bicycle parking spaces near Grote Houtstraat. The cyclists' union argues that Alderman Robbert Berkhout's po...
Thousands of protesters march in Amsterdam on Labor Day
Chinese city aims to protect food culture with dim sum regulation
Starting May 1, restaurants in the Chinese city of Guangzhou will be required to disclose whether their dishes are prepared using traditional methods. This measure aims to preserve the local culinary ...
Arne Slot seems to have figured it out: he sold Luis Diaz to Bayern. Enough said, according to Henk Spaan
Dutch columnist Henk Spaan provides his weekly assessment of prominent figures in the football world. This installment features ratings for Ousmane Demb l , Lesley Bamberger, and Thierry Henry.