Dutch News in English
Latest headlines from the Netherlands in English. Covering Amsterdam, Haarlem, and national Dutch news.
Man sprinkled gasoline in partner's Lijnden home but denies intent to start fire, according to prosecution
A 38-year-old man from Amsterdam appeared in a Haarlem court for allegedly sprinkling gasoline throughout his partner's home in Lijnden on March 11. While prosecutors claim he created a life-threateni...
Code red in 15 Italian cities due to high temperatures
The Italian Ministry of Health has issued a code red alert for fifteen cities, including Rome and Milan, due to extreme heat. Authorities are advising residents to remain indoors during the hottest pa...
Hand luggage in 2026: these are the rules per airline
New regulations are expected to simplify hand luggage rules by late 2027, allowing passengers to bring two items for free. Until these changes take effect, travelers must continue to follow the specif...
Dutch internationals warn Tunisia of razor-sharp Brian Brobbey: 'He is crucial in that regard'
Dutch national team players have highlighted the physical strength and scoring ability of striker Brian Brobbey following his two goals against Sweden at the World Cup. His teammates emphasized that h...
Sallie Harmsen stars in Videoland's new drama series Daughters
Dutch actress Sallie Harmsen has been cast in a lead role for the new Videoland drama series "Dochters." The production is a collaboration between the Netherlands and Belgium and features a cast inclu...
Another TV journalist departs: critic of father-to-be Jeremy Doku steps down
French sports journalist France Pierron is leaving her television role after publicly criticizing Belgian footballer Jeremy Doku on the talk show L’Équipe de Choc. Pierron had questioned Doku's dec...
Prosecutors seek mandatory psychiatric treatment for Purmerend man suspected of sexual assault and attempted aggravated assault at Parnassia
The Dutch justice department is seeking mandatory psychiatric treatment (TBS) for a 29-year-old man from Purmerend accused of assaulting a nurse and a patient at a clinic in Castricum. The incidents o...
Mbappé and Haaland fire France and Norway into the second round
Kylian Mbappé and Erling Haaland each scored twice on Monday to lead France and Norway into the second round of the 2026 World Cup. Their performances in the second group stage matches secured their ...
Spectators leave stadium, France-Iraq 2026 World Cup match resumes after two hours: severe weather produces spectacular images
France defeated Iraq 3-0 in a 2026 World Cup match featuring a standout performance by Kylian Mbappé. The game was notably delayed for two hours due to severe weather conditions, which led many spect...
Lionel Messi becomes World Cup all-time top scorer and misses penalty as he leads Argentina past Austria
Lionel Messi led Argentina to a 2-0 victory over Austria in the 2026 World Cup, scoring twice despite missing a penalty earlier in the match. With his first goal, Messi became the all-time leading sco...
Weeronline: possible super heatwave in the coming days
Weather service Weeronline predicts that several regions in the Netherlands may experience a "super heatwave" this week. This phenomenon occurs when temperatures reach at least 30 degrees Celsius for ...
After a ‘cool’ Tuesday, mercury rises to 37: Amsterdam heading for possible super heatwave
Number of drownings during heatwave in France rises
Approximately twenty people have drowned in France since the start of the weekend as the country faces an intense heatwave. Sports Minister Marina Ferrari has cautioned the public against swimming in ...
Work vehicle falls through sidewalk in Vijfhuizen, significant damage
A work truck fell through a sidewalk during lifting operations on the D’yserinckweg in Vijfhuizen on Tuesday morning. The incident resulted in significant damage, but fortunately, no one was injured...
From black to white to bubblegum pink: how the football boot changed color
Football boots have undergone a significant color evolution, transitioning from strictly black to vibrant shades like bubblegum pink. While colored footwear was once considered taboo, it has now becom...
Amsterdam spent a one-off 13 million on cleaner streets – but what did it achieve?
Attention travelers: Public transport strike to have major impact Wednesday, what you need to know
A public transport strike organized by unions FNV, CNV, and VCP will cause significant disruptions across the Netherlands on Wednesday morning. The strike affects buses, trams, trains, and metros, imp...
One in three schools adopt heat schedules, working parents at their wits' end: 'Is that allowed?'
One in three schools in the Netherlands is implementing a 'tropical schedule' as classroom temperatures soar toward 40 degrees Celsius. This shift to shorter school days is causing significant stress ...
SpaceX plummets: Elon Musk's company records astronomical daily loss of 400 billion dollars
SpaceX's market value plummeted by 400 billion dollars in a single day following a mass sell-off by investors on Wall Street on Monday. This significant decline comes after Elon Musk's aerospace compa...
Woman who rang BTS singer Jungkook’s doorbell 133 times sentenced to prison
A Brazilian woman has received a suspended prison sentence for stalking BTS singer Jungkook at his home in Seoul. Despite multiple police warnings, she visited his residence 22 times and once rang his...