Dutch News in English
Latest headlines from the Netherlands in English. Covering Amsterdam, Haarlem, and national Dutch news.
European football night for AZ in Armenia • Ajax against Atalanta Bergamo
Dutch football clubs AZ and Ajax are playing important European matches this evening. AZ travels to Armenia to face Ararat Armenia, while Ajax welcomes Atalanta Bergamo to the Johan Cruijff Arena in A...
Nepal becomes first country ever to receive millions for climate disaster
Nepal has become the first country to receive financial support from a dedicated UN climate damage fund following catastrophic floods. While the 18 million euro commitment is a landmark test for the f...
Family on Amstelkade removes pride flag after brick thrown through daughter's bedroom window: 'It could have been fatal'
A family in Amsterdam-Zuid faced a violent attack on Wednesday night when a brick was thrown through their bedroom window near a display of a pride flag. The perpetrators also left threatening, homoph...
National Slavery Museum: what is the current status?
The National Slavery Museum in the Netherlands is currently under development, though it has encountered delays in its construction schedule. The project remains a significant effort to document and r...
Game studio BioWare, maker of Dragon Age and Mass Effect, shuts down after 31 years
BioWare, the iconic game studio behind Dragon Age and the Mass Effect trilogy, is closing its doors after 31 years of business. The company confirmed that it will immediately cease development on its ...
Private security for apartment buildings in Amsterdam Southeast due to crack addict nuisance: 'This is not a structural solution'
Housing association Rochdale has hired private security to patrol five apartment buildings in Amsterdam-Zuidoost for six months due to nuisance caused by crack users. The move aims to manage immediate...
Lights out! What to do near Haarlem during the Night of the Night
On October 24, the Netherlands celebrates Nacht van de Nacht to raise awareness about light pollution by encouraging people to dim their lights. Nearby in Overveen, residents can participate in starga...
No arrests yet after theft of 'goods' from Apple Store in Haarlem
Police are investigating a burglary at the Apple Store on Grote Houtstraat in Haarlem that occurred between Sunday night and Monday morning. Authorities have not yet made any arrests or disclosed the ...
Opening of slavery museum delayed by at least three more years
The opening of the National Slavery Museum in Amsterdam has been delayed by at least three years, with the target date shifting from 2030 to 2033. City officials cite the need for a more thorough arch...
PHP warns: Websites without updates remain vulnerable to attacks
PHP has released a critical security update for its programming language, urging all users to patch their systems immediately to prevent exploitation. While millions of attack attempts have been recor...
Without climate action, nearly all coral reefs risk disappearing
A new IUCN report warns that climate change could destroy 96 percent of the world's coral reefs by 2075 if current trends continue. Experts state that while reefs are currently under severe threat, re...
Carolien Spoor has a new love after split from Jon Karthaus
Actress Carolien Spoor has announced that she is in a new relationship following her separation from Jon Karthaus. The news comes shortly after she moved into a new home with her two sons earlier this...
Iwan Bottse (75), co-founder of Surinamese radio in Amsterdam, has died
Iwan Bottse, a foundational figure in Surinamese radio in Amsterdam, has died at the age of 75. He is remembered for founding Radio Tamara and hosting the program Damsko So Mi Tan, which provided a vi...
Political podcast Politiek aan de Amstel starts today with a new lineup
The political podcast Politiek aan de Amstel is returning with a new lineup featuring contributors from AT5, Het Parool, and De Telegraaf. The show, which covers local politics, will continue to air e...
Dutch citizens must be able to survive for 72 hours, but emergency broadcaster falls short
The Dutch government urges citizens to prepare for 72 hours of self-sufficiency during emergencies, but regional disaster broadcasters currently lack the fuel reserves to maintain service for that per...
Dancing into the weekend: ADE show on AT5 and SALTO
DJs Gregor Salto and Pete Philly are hosting a special broadcast show on AT5 and SALTO to celebrate the Amsterdam Dance Event. The program features interviews with various international artists and li...
Spotify has more users but lower ad revenue than expected
Spotify saw revenue grow to 4.97 billion euros, missing expectations despite reaching 306 million paying subscribers. The company is now focusing on expanding audiobook availability, securing major po...
Cast of Mabel & Margarita series expanded with Chris Peters and Peter Paul Muller
The upcoming series Mabel & Margarita has announced new cast members, including Chris Peters and Peter Paul Muller, alongside returning actors from the series Maxima. The show will explore the controv...
Amsterdam begins distributing emergency kits via the Food Bank
Amsterdam is launching a temporary emergency food parcel distribution program for low-income households in collaboration with the local food bank. The initiative aims to provide essential support to v...
Spaarne ferry out of service until further notice
The free ferry service known as Spaarneveer, which connects Schalkwijk and Haarlem Zuidwest, has been temporarily suspended due to a mechanical failure. The vessel's engine is broken, and there is cur...