Dutch News in English
Latest headlines from the Netherlands in English. Covering Amsterdam, Haarlem, and national Dutch news.
Highway traffic flow improves, but pressure on road network grows
Traffic volume on Dutch highways has returned to pre-pandemic levels, though flow improved in 2025 thanks to road expansions. However, Rijkswaterstaat notes that aging infrastructure like bridges and ...
Man (59) arrested for death of Rishi Rampadarath in Houten
A 59-year-old man from Sleeuwijk has been arrested in connection with the 2023 death of 37-year-old Rishi Rampadarath in Houten. The suspect is being investigated for his involvement in the victim's d...
Kate Winslet, Jamie Dornan and Leo Woodall in new Lord of the Rings film
Jamie Dornan has been cast in a leading role for the upcoming addition to the "The Lord of the Rings" film franchise. He will star alongside Kate Winslet and Leo Woodall, according to a report from Th...
Gas leak in Beverwijk residential area, large area cordoned off
A gas leak occurred on Wednesday morning in a residential area on Duinwijklaan in Beverwijk. Emergency services have cordoned off the surrounding area while they investigate the cause of the leak.
Domestique Servais Knaven saves Domo-Farm Frites' spring at Paris-Roubaix
This article commemorates the surprising 2001 Paris-Roubaix victory of Dutch cyclist Servais Knaven. Riding for the Domo-Farm Frites team, Knaven's historic win is celebrated as a key moment that defi...
UN watchdog sees increase in North Korea nuclear activity
UN nuclear watchdog chief Rafael Grossi warns that North Korea is significantly expanding its nuclear weapon production capacity. He noted a rapid increase in activities at a reactor used for uranium ...
Amsterdam Newspaper April: Commemoration and Celebration
The April edition of the Amsterdam newspaper highlights upcoming local events, including King's Day and the commemorations on May 4 and 5. It also covers city-specific topics such as the removal of bi...
Bradley Cooper working on new Ocean's film
Actor and director Bradley Cooper is developing a new installment in the Ocean's film franchise. He is set to write, direct, and star in the upcoming production.
Netherlands and Germany intensify crackdown on heavy fireworks
The Netherlands and Germany are intensifying their cooperation to combat the distribution and use of heavy illegal fireworks. Rotterdam Mayor Carola Schouten met with German officials in Düsseldorf o...
Sales of efficient heat pumps rise due to high gas prices: 'Mainly a surge in air conditioners'
Heat pump sales in the Netherlands saw a significant increase in March following a slow start to the year, as high gas prices drive households to seek energy savings. The Heat Pump Association reports...
ING and EIB make €800 million available to SMEs for sustainability
ING and the European Investment Bank (EIB) are providing 800 million euros in loans to small and medium-sized enterprises in the Netherlands and Belgium. These funds are specifically intended for busi...
A4 entrance and exit ramps at Hoofddorp closed for major maintenance on parallel road
Major maintenance on the A4 highway's parallel lane near Hoofddorp will result in closures and detours over the coming weeks. The work affects the section between junction De Hoek and Den Ruygenhoek-W...
Nicole Kidman wants to support dying people after her mother's loneliness
Actress Nicole Kidman has expressed a desire to become an end-of-life companion to support people in their final days. She was inspired by the loneliness her mother experienced before passing away in ...
The Dutch royals were lucky at the White House dinner: Melania was there
Aging workforce and rise in e-bikes: bicycle repairs can take weeks
Bike repair shops are experiencing wait times of several weeks due to an aging workforce and the increasing complexity of e-bike technology. Growing demand and a shortage of mechanics mean that same-d...
Magyar wants to curb Hungarian state media
Hungarian election winner Péter Magyar has announced his government's intention to suspend state media broadcasts to address the spread of government propaganda. Magyar stated that the outlets caused...
Iranian released by France returns home
Iranian citizen Mahdieh Esfandiari has returned to Iran following her release from a French prison. The development occurs one week after Iran released two French citizens from its own custody.
Number of patients with fungal infections rising rapidly, doctors sound alarm
Fifty doctors globally are raising the alarm over a rapid rise in severe and potentially fatal fungal infections. These fungi are becoming increasingly dangerous as they develop resistance to existing...
Actor Dustin Hoffman (88) writing a book about his life
Actor Dustin Hoffman is set to release his memoir, titled "Look at Me," on November 10. The 88-year-old's upcoming book will chronicle his life and career, according to People Magazine.
More cyclists ended up in the emergency room last year
According to VeiligheidNL, an estimated 81,000 cyclists were treated in emergency rooms in 2025, representing an increase over the previous two years. This data highlights a rising trend in bicycle-re...