Dutch News in English
Latest headlines from the Netherlands in English. Covering Amsterdam, Haarlem, and national Dutch news.
Empty shelves at Jumbo supermarkets due to distribution center issues
Jumbo supermarket chain is experiencing supply chain issues originating from its distribution center in Veghel. Consequently, customers in the southern part of the Netherlands are facing product short...
Can you drive with sleep apnea?
Approximately 600,000 people in the Netherlands suffer from sleep apnea, prompting questions about driving safety for those affected. Automotive expert Niek Schenk addresses the legal and safety impli...
Hacks and The Pitt lead Emmy nominations
The HBO comedy series Hacks has set a record with 24 nominations for this year's Emmy Awards. Additionally, the drama series The Pitt received 25 nominations for the television accolades.
Joy and Daní from B&B Vol Liefde welcome daughter Liv: 'In dreamland'
Joy van Swieten and Daní Zijlstra, known for their appearance on the show B&B Vol liefde, have announced the birth of their first child, a daughter named Liv. The couple shared the news of their new ...
Gas and oil prices back to pre-peace talk levels
Gas and oil prices have returned to the levels seen prior to recent peace talks between the United States and Iran following a collapse in diplomatic negotiations. Consequently, stock markets in New Y...
George Clooney among the five hundred wealthiest people in France
American actor George Clooney has entered the list of the five hundred wealthiest people in France according to the magazine Challenges. Clooney, who recently obtained French citizenship, is currently...
Nearly 1000 more data breach reports in 2025: ‘Scammer emails look very real’
Data breach reports in the Netherlands increased by nearly 1,000 in 2025 as cybercriminals increasingly target corporate accounts to gain access. Experts warn that these sophisticated attacks, often i...
New national tax office support center in Stadsloket Zuidoost
The Dutch Tax and Customs Administration has opened a new support center at the Stadsloket Zuidoost in Amsterdam. This facility provides assistance with national tax inquiries, benefits, and payment i...
I check my video doorbell footage and see it with my own eyes: someone casually takes my bike and walks away with it
Review: escaping the here and now with Brahms’ Requiem in a stunning summer concert
Explosion and car fire in front of apartment complex on Mauritskade in Amsterdam-Oost
Pick-up soccer game ends in arrest and weeks of jail time
A group of youths was caught playing football on the restricted grounds of the SV Hoofddorp sports club despite prior warnings. One individual was arrested after police discovered he had an outstandin...
East bridge must be wide enough for scooter riders and emergency services
The proposed Oostbrug in Amsterdam is intended to accommodate a wide variety of users, including cyclists, scooter riders, and emergency services, while ensuring safety and accessibility. Despite risi...
Ringo Starr receives honorary doctorate from University of Liverpool
On his 86th birthday, former Beatles drummer Ringo Starr received an honorary doctorate in music from the University of Liverpool. The award was presented during a private ceremony.
Dutch crews dredge in Persian Gulf: 'No one is there against their will'
Dutch sailors continue to operate dredging vessels in the Persian Gulf despite rising tensions in the region. The workers remain on-site voluntarily to perform their professional duties.
Peter Jan Rens undergoes heart surgery weeks after suffering a stroke
Dutch presenter Peter Jan Rens has been hospitalized in Breda to undergo heart surgery to treat a clogged coronary artery. This procedure follows only a few weeks after he suffered a stroke.
Efe Y., who allegedly shot and killed two Syrian teenagers in Osdorp, appears to be a weapons enthusiast
120 hours of community service demanded against woman for stalking radio DJ Fernando Halman
The Dutch Public Prosecution Service has demanded a 120-hour community service sentence for a woman accused of stalking radio DJ Fernando Halman. In addition to the community service, the prosecution ...
European Parliament approves trade deal with Mexico: some import tariffs removed
The European Parliament has approved a trade agreement with Mexico aimed at reducing import tariffs. This deal follows the European Union's importation of 34 billion euros worth of goods from Mexico i...
