Dutch News in English
Latest headlines from the Netherlands in English. Covering Amsterdam, Haarlem, and national Dutch news.
Maarten Spanjer buried in private ceremony attended by friends
Dutch actor Maarten Spanjer, famous for his roles in Spetters and Taxi, has been buried in a private ceremony following his death at age 73. His funeral honored his request for an intimate gathering, ...
Ben Cramer home again after third heart surgery
Dutch singer Ben Cramer has returned home after successfully undergoing his third heart surgery. The artist is currently recovering from the procedure, which he sought after experiencing persistent sh...
Weekend roadworks on the A9 cause traffic jams near Amsterdam
Recent maintenance on the A9 motorway near Amsterdam caused widespread traffic delays throughout the weekend, affecting routes including the A1, A2, and A10. While the primary maintenance concluded on...
Financial stress grows as temperatures drop: 'Heating stays off'
Rising energy costs are forcing many low-income Dutch households to keep their heating turned off, leading to significant financial and health concerns. While the government is launching an emergency ...
Protesters at French consulate in solidarity with protests in France
About twenty people gathered at the French consulate in Amsterdam to support ongoing protests in France. The demonstrators aimed to highlight shared concerns regarding education quality and the rising...
After ‘Lisa’ only cycling became less carefree, these bike buddies guide Amsterdam partygoers
To address growing safety concerns among women cycling alone at night following the death of 17-year-old Lisa, the DGTL festival at the Amsterdam Dance Event has introduced bicycle buddies. These volu...
Watch the live sets from various DJs on AT5 and SALTO here
AT5 and SALTO have teamed up for their annual Amsterdam Dance Event broadcast, featuring live sets and interviews hosted by Gregor Salto and Pete Philly. The program highlights the creative processes ...
Foundation impressed by Monique's CV but not the fee she had to pay
Monique, a 51-year-old job seeker, discovered that although a foundation was interested in her professional background, they rejected her application because of the required fee she would have had to ...
Two house fires in Southeast, resident sustains burns
Two residential fires occurred this morning in the Zuidoost district of Amsterdam, resulting in one hospitalization for burns and smoke inhalation. While both buildings were evacuated, residents have ...
No hard beats at this ADE party: "A place to truly look within"
During the Amsterdam Dance Event, the ZERØBPM gathering at De Thomas offers a quiet alternative to the city's loud techno scene. The ninety-minute event combines ambient music with meditation to help...
No hard beats at this ADE party: "A place to truly turn inward"
While the Amsterdam Dance Event is known for high-energy electronic music, the ZERØBPM event at De Thomas offers a quiet alternative centered on ambient music and meditation. The ninety-minute sessio...
19-year-old man injured in Nieuwendijk stabbing, 18-year-old suspect arrested
A 19-year-old man was hospitalized following a stabbing incident on the Nieuwendijk in Amsterdam early this morning. An 18-year-old suspect was subsequently arrested after turning himself in to the po...
Bouchon du Centre is no more, but Tire-Bouchon is now in its place: 'We just want to keep it cozy'
The restaurant Bouchon du Centre in Amsterdam has closed after 27 years, reopening under new owners as Tire-Bouchon. The new establishment maintains the original cozy atmosphere while shifting its foc...
Dry summer already forgotten: hundreds of millions in funding for measures cut
The Dutch government has cut over 1 billion euros from the Delta Programme for Freshwater and other environmental initiatives to prioritize funding for roads and bridges. This decision comes despite a...
Our economy is doing fine and even surprises economists: only one country in Europe is doing better
The Dutch economy is performing significantly better than expected, currently ranking as the second-best economy in Europe. This growth has surprised many economists and suggests that public pessimism...
KNVB launches integrity investigation into Amsterdam football club
The KNVB has launched an integrity investigation into Amsterdam-based football club ASV de Dijk following allegations of fraud and tax evasion. The club is also facing scrutiny due to multiple reports...
Without Starlink Ukraine has a problem, EU alternatives fall short
The Ukrainian military experienced severe operational difficulties following connectivity issues with the Starlink satellite network, which is critical for their drone defense and communication. While...
Why we should eat bananas more often: they don't make you fat, but they do make you happy
Bananen zijn een voedzame en handige snack die niet alleen honger stillen, maar ook een stof bevatten die de stemming kan verbeteren. Dit artikel biedt een overzicht van vijftien verrassende feiten ov...
Five DJs, including Amsterdam native Job Jobse (36), cancel No Art Festival performance due to ‘personal circumstances’
Five DJs, including Amsterdam's Job Jobse, have canceled their performances at the No Art Festival citing personal reasons. The cancellations come amidst ongoing controversy surrounding Sona, the even...
Prince William dreamed of becoming a police officer or DJ as a child
Prince William appeared on Graham Norton's show to discuss the Earthshot Prize while sharing childhood dreams of being a police officer or a DJ. He also spoke about his love for Christopher Nolan's fi...