Dutch News in English
Latest headlines from the Netherlands in English. Covering Amsterdam, Haarlem, and national Dutch news.
These locals are competing in the World Cup in North America
Several players from Amsterdam are competing in the ongoing World Cup in North America, representing both the Dutch national team and other countries. The Netherlands is scheduled to play a match agai...
Dutch order food en masse during World Cup: Frikandel and pizza Margherita most popular
Dutch food delivery services are experiencing a significant surge in orders as fans watch the national team compete in the World Cup. Popular items include frikandellen and pizza Margherita, leading s...
Lottie’s headphones shatter. ‘I was startled awake from something I had slowly drifted into’
The author describes their daughter's new bicycle, which features a front container she insists on calling a 'bak' rather than a crate. The narrative also references an incident where Lottie's headpho...

Low water pressure near Hoogeveen due to storm damage
Residents of Hoogeveen and the surrounding areas are experiencing reduced water pressure on Saturday after a storm damaged a transport pipe. Water company WMD reported that the damage has halved the s...

Toppers in Concert to return to Johan Cruijff ArenA next year
The Toppers will return to the Johan Cruijff ArenA in Amsterdam for their "Toppers in Concert" event on May 28 and 29, 2027. The concert dates were confirmed by the event organizers following initial ...
In love with the concept of trudging through mud and hundreds of obstacles for two days. Bram (24) takes on grueling Ultron Viking for ALS Foundation: 'This is the purest form of life I know'
Bram van Amersfoort will participate in the grueling two-day Ultron Viking obstacle run in the Spaarnwoude recreation area on September 26 and 27. The 24-year-old aims to cover over 100 kilometers and...
Netherlands vs. Sweden can also be watched on Zandvoort beach: 'But I have no illusion that people come here specifically for that'
Beach pavilions at Zandvoort beach are preparing to screen the upcoming football match between the Dutch national team and Sweden this Saturday evening. While screens are being provided as a service t...
Readers divided over new herring season coverage: 'It's all commercial hype. They have to be sold anyway'
Dutch readers are divided over the commercial hype and promotional activities surrounding the annual arrival of the new herring season. While some call for an end to the marketing spectacles, others v...

Minions fan George Lucas lands role in third Minions movie
Star Wars creator George Lucas will have a voice role in the upcoming film 'Minions & Monsters,' which is set to premiere on July 1. Lucas is a self-proclaimed fan of the yellow characters that first ...

UN human rights chief concerned over European return rules
UN Human Rights Commissioner Volker Türk expressed concern over the European Parliament's recent approval of stricter rules for returning rejected asylum seekers. He urged the EU and its member state...

Ed van der Elsken made darkroom stories in black and white, but color laid him bare
The Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam is presenting an exhibition of the working archive of renowned Dutch photographer Ed van der Elsken, highlighting his transition from black-and-white to color photography....
The man who mobilized 300,000 protesters warns: ‘How to bring a government to its knees’
Former FNV leader Lodewijk de Waal provides guidance to current trade union leaders as they launch a week of actions against the Dutch cabinet. Having previously mobilized 300,000 protesters, De Waal ...
Craving a greasy snack? 7 fry shops in Haarlem city center
This article highlights seven recommended fries shops located in the city center of Haarlem. It provides suggestions for shoppers or individuals looking for a snack after a night out in the city.

Ajax reach agreement with Monaco over Caio Henrique (28)
Ajax has reached an agreement in principle with AS Monaco for the transfer of 28-year-old left-back Caio Henrique. The Amsterdam-based club will reportedly pay a transfer fee of nine million euros, wh...

ProRail: storm causes major rail disruption
A severe storm on Friday night caused widespread disruptions across the Dutch railway network due to fallen trees blocking several tracks. ProRail staff and contractors worked throughout the night to ...

ProRail: storm causing major disruptions on the railways
A storm overnight on Friday caused widespread rail disruptions across the Netherlands due to fallen trees on several tracks. ProRail crews and contractors worked through the night to clear the obstruc...
Lots of experience, no degree: Conny removed from her position by new director as ‘unqualified’
Conny, an experienced nursing home employee without formal diplomas, was relieved of her duties by a new director who classified her as unqualified. Her story, shared by career consultant Anne-Marije ...

Craving beer and snacks during late World Cup matches? Why late-night binging is delicious but bad for you
Many Dutch football fans are staying up late to watch World Cup matches in the United States while consuming unhealthy snacks like pizza and beer. Nutritionists explain that while these late-night eat...
Cyclist dies after collision with tractor in Ouderkerk aan de Amstel

Councilor Bas de Ruig reviews documents during dinner: ‘Sometimes there is little time between work and council’
Bas de Ruig, the 32-year-old floor leader for D66 in the municipality of Velsen, discusses the challenges of balancing his political duties with a 32-hour work week. He currently serves in the local c...