Dutch News in English
Latest headlines from the Netherlands in English. Covering Amsterdam, Haarlem, and national Dutch news.
State Secretary Derk Boswijk wanted to be a career soldier but wasn't welcome: 'I was so angry and disappointed'
State Secretary for Defence Derk Boswijk revealed that he was once rejected when attempting to pursue a career as a professional soldier during his youth. Despite his initial disappointment and anger ...
Mamdani hype also catching on among Amsterdam youth: "He is my mayor"
New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani has become an unlikely social media icon among young people in Amsterdam, who admire his authentic online presence. Local experts suggest that Amsterdam politicians could...
Cabinet chooses no side but wants support from both left and right: what do those parties want?
The Dutch minority coalition is negotiating with several opposition parties across the political spectrum to secure a majority for its upcoming tax and budget plans. These talks are complicated by the...
Protesting with bells and whistles against cycling ban at Oosterplas: "Unholy plan"
Starting in April 2027, the nature management organization PWN will prohibit bicycles near the Oosterplas in Bloemendaal during the summer season to ensure emergency access for firefighters. The local...
Suzanne (53) wants to make menopause a topic of conversation through app-based trivia, and men are invited to join
Suzanne Stadhouders, a 53-year-old from Baarle-Nassau, has developed a game-based mobile app called Speelopvliegers to encourage open conversations about menopause. The app is designed to foster meani...
Café Restaurant Amsterdam celebrates 30th anniversary: They thought we were crazy
Café Restaurant Amsterdam is celebrating its 30th anniversary, marking three decades since it opened as the city's largest restaurant in a former water pumping station. Despite early doubts about its...
Tear gas sprayed during chain robbery at ADE party in Gashouder, 15 visitors treated by first aid
During an Amsterdam Dance Event party at the Gashouder, suspects sprayed tear gas in an attempt to steal a necklace, resulting in medical assistance for fifteen attendees. This incident is part of a r...
Video | Missy Elliott praises dancers after Icon Award: 'You are special Big Mac sauce'
Missy Elliott praised her dancers following her receipt of the Icon Award, comparing their unique contribution to special Big Mac sauce. The prestigious award was presented to her by Janet Jackson.
Gusts of wind and code yellow, dozens of flights from Schiphol cancelled
Strong winds across the Netherlands have caused damage, injuries, and widespread travel disruptions, including the cancellation of 149 flights at Schiphol Airport. The severe weather also forced parts...
'Draft-stoppers' notice not only drafts, but also poverty behind front doors
The Tochtjutters in Zandvoort are a group of volunteer energy coaches helping low-income residents reduce energy costs through home improvements and insulation. Beyond practical fixes like installing ...
Statusholders want to start working quickly: 'I won't sit at home and ask for a handout'
Approximately eighty status holders and asylum seekers attended a job fair in Rotterdam to connect with employers and find employment. While many participants are highly motivated to work, they often ...
"You just pull up a chair, but gain a neighborhood family": Johanna organizes a monthly supper club in the Jordaan
Johanna Hagen hosts a monthly dining club at Café R. de Rosa in Amsterdam's Jordaan neighborhood, bringing local residents together for home-cooked meals and conversation. The small, intimate gatheri...
Major multi-vehicle accident on A10-South, one injured taken to hospital
A serious multi-car accident on the A10-Zuid in Amsterdam resulted in one person being hospitalized and significant traffic delays. Emergency services closed the inner ring road for several hours befo...
Tree falls on moving car, driver rushed to hospital
A driver was rushed to the hospital after a tree fell onto their moving car in Amsterdam-Noord during Storm Boelo late yesterday evening. Firefighters had to cut multiple trees that collapsed on Molen...
Strong winds cause widespread disruption, Schiphol cancels dozens of flights
Severe storms and strong winds across the Netherlands are causing widespread damage, including fallen trees and disrupted travel. Schiphol Airport has canceled dozens of flights as weather warnings re...
These are the secrets of the Palmwood Wreck: puzzle pieces from the 17th century
A documentary series titled De Geheimen van het Palmhoutwrak highlights the archaeological study of a 17th-century shipwreck found in the Wadden Sea. The project explores over 1,000 artifacts recovere...
The Greenhouse | The film that makes this column (almost?) redundant
Director Alejandro González Iñárritu’s film Digger is a satirical take on the climate crisis that features a transformative performance by Tom Cruise. Despite its poor initial box office performa...
Armenia wins Junior Eurovision, Dutch contestant Maria finishes eighth
Armenia won the Junior Eurovision Song Contest with 202 points, while the Dutch representative Maria secured eighth place with 126 points. Maria performed first and finished in the top ten, expressing...
Amsterdam's municipal debt keeps rising, but is that a problem?
Amsterdam's municipal debt is projected to surpass ten billion euros, prompting discussions on whether this represents a concerning financial burden or a necessary investment in city development. Expe...
Amsterdam's municipal debt keeps rising, but is that a problem?
Amsterdam's municipal debt is expected to reach ten billion euros, prompting concerns from political figures and economists alike regarding the city's financial sustainability. While some view the deb...