Dutch News in English
Latest headlines from the Netherlands in English. Covering Amsterdam, Haarlem, and national Dutch news.
Els was only supposed to live to 10 due to a rare disease, now she is 62: Sitting still didn't make me better
Els van der Heijden, who was expected to live only until age 10 due to a rare genetic disease, has reached the age of 62. Despite her diagnosis, she built a career, experienced love, and successfully ...
Ounahi's market value is only 10 million. Perhaps one for Ajax? He is better than Steur
How Amsterdam-based travel app Polarsteps became an international hit: travel the world and let your friends follow along
The Amsterdam Bite: vegan ice cream and wine go perfectly together at Boule de Boule
Boule de Boule has opened in Amsterdam as the city's first vegan ice cream and wine salon located in the Stopera. The venue represents the growing trend of innovative and plant-based culinary concepts...
Potentially carcinogenic substance in squishy dumpling toys, bol stops sales
Online retailer bol and candy store chain Jamin have halted sales of popular squishy dumpling toys following research by a Flemish toxicologist. The study suggests the products may contain potentially...
Fire and significant damage after explosion at home in Bos en Lommer
An explosion occurred at a residence in the Bos en Lommer neighborhood of Amsterdam early this morning, resulting in a fire and significant damage to the property. Authorities reported no injuries, an...
Isa Hoes always said 'never', but is now getting a neck lift: how the taboo on plastic surgery is evaporating
Actress Isa Hoes has openly shared that she will soon undergo a neck lift, highlighting a growing public acceptance of plastic surgery. Experts suggest that as procedures like fillers become more norm...
Dozens of ships pass through Strait of Hormuz despite attacks
Despite recent attacks on vessels, dozens of ships continue to transit the Strait of Hormuz daily. While traffic remains significantly lower than levels recorded before the start of the conflict in th...
Foreigners to pay for Belgian roads: vignette becomes mandatory
Starting May 1, 2027, Belgium will introduce a mandatory vignette for all motorists using its main roads. This requirement will apply to all drivers, including those from the Netherlands who travel th...
Day of reckoning looms for Volkswagen: 100,000 jobs at risk and possible closure of German factories
Volkswagen is facing significant backlash after announcing plans to cut 100,000 jobs and potentially close four German factories to reduce costs. Hundreds of employees have staged protests against the...
Amsterdam police stop using selection tool intended to prevent ethnic profiling
Kwaku residents banned from hosting visitors: "It's ridiculous"
Residents near Nelson Mandelapark in Amsterdam Zuidoost are protesting a new parking ban that prevents their visitors from parking in the neighborhood during the Kwaku Summer Festival. Local authoriti...
Fans disappointed but loyal after defeat against France: "I remain a proud Moroccan"
Moroccan football fans gathered in Amsterdam to watch the World Cup quarter-final match against France. Despite the team's defeat, the supporters expressed pride in their national identity.
NOS on Van Hooijdonk's disapproval of a female national coach: His opinion
Broadcaster NOS has defended the inclusion of diverse opinions on its program 'NOS WK Avond' following backlash over comments made by Pierre van Hooijdonk. The former international player sparked sign...
Ajax terminates Branco van den Boomen's contract, only two Mislintat signings remain in Amsterdam
Ajax has officially terminated the contract of 30-year-old midfielder Branco van den Boomen. The player had joined the Amsterdam-based club on a free transfer from Toulouse in May 2023.
End of textbooks in the recycling bin? Schools join new publisher en masse
Over 1,500 schools in the Netherlands have joined a new publishing cooperative called Neon to replace traditional textbooks. This initiative aims to reduce the significant amount of paper waste caused...
Arjen Lubach on success: Not everything I touch turns to gold
In an interview on the podcast BOOS Grote Gesprekken, Dutch satirist Arjen Lubach reflects on his career, noting that the public often overlooks his less successful projects. He discusses the reality ...
Christa Wiersma (42) died suddenly on vacation: There are countless reasons why Chris should not have left us yet
Sunny weekend ahead, but temperatures vary widely across the country
Woman acquitted for depicting Minister Faber with Hitler mustache: 'Politicians must endure more'
A woman who depicted Dutch asylum minister Marjolein Faber with a Hitler mustache during a demonstration has been acquitted. The court ruled that the act falls under freedom of expression and noted th...