Dutch News in English
Latest headlines from the Netherlands in English. Covering Amsterdam, Haarlem, and national Dutch news.
Kristen Bell finds raising teenage daughters difficult: 'I cry weekly'
Actress Kristen Bell has revealed that the challenges of raising her two adolescent daughters are overwhelming and often lead to her feeling emotional. Consequently, the star has become more protectiv...
Video | How Christina Aguilera surprised the audience with a performance in LA
Christina Aguilera made a surprise guest appearance during Chappell Roan's concert in Los Angeles. The singer joined Roan on stage for the first of two scheduled performances at the Super Graphic Spec...
Anna Knaup was at the cradle of ADE: ‘No, of course it’s not as much fun now as it was in the nineties’
Booking agent and manager Anna Knaup reflects on her essential role in the inception of the Amsterdam Dance Event. She contrasts the underground atmosphere of the nineties with the massive, multi-bill...
Laughs! See this Haarlem comedian in the new show Wat speelt er
Haarlem native Anniek Pheifer will appear in the new unscripted comedy show Wat speelt er, hosted by Patrick Lodiers. The program, which debuts on NPO1 on October 29, features performers improvising s...
Most Albert Heijn customers still unable to order online delivery due to ongoing app issues
Albert Heijn has resumed home grocery deliveries at reduced capacity following a cyberattack on parent company Ahold Delhaize that halted services for nearly two weeks. Despite the restart, customers ...
DJ Don Diablo in a relationship with his manager: 'Nicest girl in the world'
Dutch DJ Don Diablo has revealed that he is in a romantic relationship with his manager, Roos, whom he describes as the cornerstone of his professional and personal life. Additionally, the artist anno...
Supermarkets make mistakes with price tags and receipts again
A study by the Dutch Consumers Association reveals that many supermarkets frequently display incorrect prices on paper promotional tags, leading to discrepancies at the checkout. Following the investi...
Why Ajax coach Míchel is benching standout fan favorites Tolu and Ouazane
Ajax fans are questioning manager Míchel's choice to start Marcos Leonardo and Oscar Gloukh instead of effective substitutes Tolu Arokodare and Abdellah Ouazane. The performance of these players duri...
Hungover? These sandwiches and snacks under 10 euros are your lifesaver in Amsterdam
This article highlights various affordable snacks and sandwiches in Amsterdam priced under ten euros that serve as effective comfort food for a hangover. These accessible options offer greasy, flavorf...
Frank van Etten in cardiac care after falling ill: 'It's because of my divorce'
Dutch singer Frank van Etten was briefly hospitalized for heart monitoring after a sudden health collapse he attributes to stress from his divorce. The artist has postponed his upcoming performances f...
An emergency neighborhood supermarket that always has toilet paper, rice and crispbread in stock: it’s happening in Denmark
Denmark is preparing to launch 51 emergency supermarkets equipped to function during power outages and cyberattacks, providing essential supplies even without grid connectivity. The Netherlands is cur...
Volvo cuts 2,500 jobs due to falling sales in China
Volvo is cutting 2,500 jobs worldwide, primarily in Sweden, to save 450 million euros following a decline in sales in China. The manufacturer joins other European carmakers in restructuring operations...
Two Amsterdam residents arrested after car crash involving explosives in Osdorp
Two men from Amsterdam were arrested after a vehicle containing explosives crashed in the Osdorp district, an incident linked to an ATM bombing in Germany. Authorities evacuated surrounding homes and ...
Sea lions finally leave Artis after more than 100 years
After more than a century, Artis Zoo in Amsterdam has permanently closed its sea lion exhibit following concerns regarding the size of the enclosure. The three remaining sea lions have been relocated ...
Oil prices rise above 100 dollars a barrel due to Middle East unrest
Global oil prices have surged past 100 dollars per barrel due to Houthi attacks in Saudi Arabia and the blockade of the Strait of Hormuz. Analysts from ING warn that escalating tensions between Iran a...
Stormy autumn day on Friday, changeable ADE weekend ahead
The Netherlands is bracing for an unstable weekend as Storm Austen brings heavy rain and strong wind gusts across the country. While stormy conditions will peak between Friday night and Saturday, the ...
After 2.5 years of investigation, the bodies washed ashore on Texel finally identified
The remains of two Afghan refugees found on the beach of Texel have been identified after a long forensic investigation into a fatal boat sinking in the English Channel. Investigations have revealed t...
John Mayer releases new single on his own record label
John Mayer has released a new single titled Tom and Jerry, marking his first new music since his album Sob Rock. The song was released through his own record label in partnership with Mercury Records.
Ajax striker Tolu not only scores easily but is also an infectious personality: ‘He’s a special one’
Ajax striker Tolu Arokodare is being celebrated for his impressive scoring ability and his positive impact on the team's morale. His calm and relaxed personality has helped reduce pressure on his team...
Simulated street at ROC aims to better prepare trainee enforcement officers for aggression
The ROC in Amsterdam-Zuidoost has launched a simulated practice street to help law enforcement students improve their conflict resolution skills. This initiative aims to address the rising levels of a...