Dutch News in English
Latest headlines from the Netherlands in English. Covering Amsterdam, Haarlem, and national Dutch news.
Cabinet can breathe a sigh of relief over nitrogen plans, but there is fine print
Despite protests from farmers, Dutch Minister of Agriculture Jaimi van Essen has secured significant parliamentary support for his new nitrogen plans. However, the proposal still faces specific condit...
Harvey Weinstein hospitalized for heart failure
Convicted former film producer Harvey Weinstein has been hospitalized since mid-June due to heart failure. Weinstein, who has suffered from various health issues for some time, is currently receiving ...
We are searching everywhere for lithium, yet we nonchalantly ship 1,184,000 kilos in old batteries to China
Despite efforts to reduce dependency on foreign markets for critical minerals, the Netherlands exported over 1.1 million kilograms of lithium from recycled batteries to China in 2025. This export tren...
An empty chair at Café De Jaren: close friend pays tribute to Wim T. Schippers (1942-2026)
The Stedelijk Museum in Amsterdam is hosting a tribute to the late artist and program maker Wim T. Schippers, featuring the presentation of his final, unfinished work. His longtime friend Titus Muizel...
Millie Bobby Brown did strength, conditioning and jiu-jitsu training for Enola Holmes 3
Millie Bobby Brown and the cast of Enola Holmes 3 endured difficult conditions while filming in the intense heat of Malta while wearing historical costumes. Despite the physical challenges of the shoo...
Inflation falls to 2.9 percent in June due to lower energy prices
Inflation in the Netherlands fell to 2.9 percent in June 2026, down from 3.5 percent in May. This decrease is primarily attributed to lower energy prices, according to preliminary data from the nation...
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Jermaine Jackson allowed to defend himself in rape case
Jermaine Jackson has been granted a new opportunity to defend himself against allegations of sexual assault dating back to 1988. This follows a 2023 legal ruling in which the singer was ordered to pay...
Council of State: asylum for Syrians rightly refused due to child marriage
The Dutch Council of State has ruled that the government correctly denied asylum to four Syrian men who engaged in sexual acts with minors under the guise of child marriages. Minister Bart van den Bri...
Living with security costs Miljuschka Witzenhausen friendships
Television presenter Miljuschka Witzenhausen revealed that some of her friends ended their relationships because they found the intense security measures surrounding her life too difficult to manage. ...
Eurozone inflation falls below 3 percent
Inflation in the eurozone decreased to 2.8 percent in June, down from 3.2 percent in May. This data was reported by the European statistical office, Eurostat.
Significant drop in inflation to 2.9 percent in June due to lower fuel prices
Inflation in the Netherlands dropped to 2.9 percent in June, primarily driven by a decline in fuel and energy prices. This unexpected decrease suggests that further interest rate hikes may not be nece...
Murder suspect Clen V. claims he did not notice deceased woman in bathroom
Clen V. is suspected of involvement in the death of his 40-year-old partner, Leonie, who was found deceased in her Amsterdam-Zuid home in March. The Public Prosecution Service cites evidence that the ...
New power grid rules could delay home renovations or sustainability upgrades
Starting July 1, Dutch homeowners planning to make their homes more sustainable may face delays if their projects require a heavier power connection. This is due to new regulations that prioritize soc...
Amsterdam suspect denies murdering his wife, cause of death still unclear
A 39-year-old man has appeared in court in Amsterdam to deny allegations that he murdered his wife, whose body was found in a bath in their home last March. While prosecutors suspect foul play, no def...
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Public Prosecution Service: foul play ‘most likely’ in death of Leonie (40) in Amsterdam-Zuid, partner Clen V. denies involvement
68 reports last week on demolition, tree felling, and catering in Haarlem
Last week, the municipality of Haarlem processed 68 permit applications concerning demolition, tree felling, and the hospitality sector. Out of these, 66 applications were for Haarlem and two were for...
PFAS in breast milk: the safety limits and what they mean for your baby
Research has detected PFAS in all samples of breast milk collected from women in the Netherlands. The findings raise questions about safety limits and the potential health implications for infants rec...
Fewer new passenger cars registered in the first half of 2026
During the first half of 2026, 174,789 new passenger cars were registered in the Netherlands. This figure represents a 4.2 percent decrease compared to the same period in 2025.