Dutch News in English
Latest headlines from the Netherlands in English. Covering Amsterdam, Haarlem, and national Dutch news.
Large section of Amsterdam ring road closed in both directions this weekend
Major sections of the A10 and A4 motorways in Amsterdam will be closed in both directions from Friday evening until Monday morning for the Zuidasdok expansion project. The construction will also halt ...
NU’91: healthcare workers working less due to high fuel prices
Healthcare workers in the Netherlands are reportedly taking fewer extra shifts because high fuel prices exceed their travel reimbursements, causing them to lose money by working. Professional organiza...
Silent protest: reading for freedom at the Botermarkt
Several local cultural institutions and bookstores organized a silent reading event at the Botermarkt to advocate for the freedom of access to books. The demonstration aims to highlight that the right...
Artemis II astronauts prepare for return to Earth
Astronauts from the Artemis II space mission are currently on their return journey to Earth and have passed the halfway point. They are expected to land in the ocean off the coast of San Diego during ...
Pentagon reined in again for restricting journalist access
The U.S. Department of Defense has been rebuked for its ongoing attempts to restrict media access to the Pentagon. A judge ruled these restrictions unconstitutional and ordered the restoration of pres...
More than two million electric cars on the road in the Netherlands
The Netherlands has reached a milestone with over two million fully electric, hybrid, or plug-in hybrid vehicles on the road as of early this year. This figure represents a nearly 25 percent increase ...
The Netherlands now has two million electric cars: one in five passenger cars runs (partly) on electricity
The Netherlands now has over two million electric, hybrid, and plug-in hybrid cars, representing a 25% increase from the previous year. According to Statistics Netherlands (CBS), one in five passenger...
Rapper and hip-hop pioneer Afrika Bambaataa dies at 68
Hip-hop pioneer and rapper Afrika Bambaataa has passed away at the age of 68 in Philadelphia. His management confirmed that his death was caused by complications from prostate cancer.
Wietze de Jager temporarily returns to radio after three years
Wietze de Jager and sidekick Chris Bergström will return to the radio this summer to host the morning show on 100% NL. De Jager, who moved to Bonaire after leaving Radio 538 in 2023, will be temporar...
D66 drops PRO as potential coalition partner in Bloemendaal for now: ‘If the VVD doesn’t want it, it becomes very difficult’
D66 has decided to exclude the PRO party from potential coalition talks in Bloemendaal, following a scout's recommendation to form a government with the VVD and CDA. While D66 described the exclusion ...
Michael J. Fox reacts to CNN report on his death: 'I'm doing okay'
Michael J. Fox has responded to a false report by CNN claiming that he had passed away. In a social media post, the American actor reassured fans that he is doing fine and clarified that the reports o...
Private sector drives up rents: €2,000 per month almost the new norm
Private sector rental prices in the Netherlands are rising rapidly, with 2,000 euros per month becoming the new standard in many areas. Housing platforms Pararius and Huurwoningen.nl report that suppl...
Where the Netherlands' most famous burglar was once held – until he escaped
Rent prices rose in all Amsterdam districts over the past year
Ben (78) has been teaching swimming at VZV for 48 years: ‘If you want, you can swim your whole life’
78-year-old Ben Sliggers has been a swimming instructor at the VZV club for 48 years, emphasizing that swimming is a lifelong sport. He currently leads swimming lessons and water polo training session...
From concrete to broccoli: schoolyards in Beverwijk and Heemskerk make way for school gardens. Nature is so educational
Kindcentrum De Ark in Heemskerk and primary school De Sterrenkijker in Beverwijk have transformed parts of their schoolyards into school gardens. Students will use these green spaces to grow their own...
It’s not allowed, but cyclists flock to railway tracks and narrow bridge: "Fun challenge"
Cyclists in Amsterdam are illegally using a narrow tram bridge near the Amsterdamse Bos as a shortcut while a nearby bridge is replaced. Despite warning signs and the risk of fines, many users continu...
Epstein victims oppose Melania Trump's proposal
Victims of sex offender Jeffrey Epstein have opposed a proposal by Melania Trump for them to testify about their experiences under oath before Congress. The BBC reported that the victims rejected the ...
Increasing number of young people recruited as drug retrievers
The number of underage drug extractors in the Netherlands has surged, rising from 1% of arrests in 2020 to over 22% last year. This data, reported by Statistics Netherlands (CBS), highlights a signifi...
Lena Headey joins third season of Netflix series Wednesday
Actress Lena Headey, known for her role in Game of Thrones, has joined the cast for the third season of the Netflix series Wednesday. Details regarding the character the 52-year-old actress will portr...