Dutch News in English
Latest headlines from the Netherlands in English. Covering Amsterdam, Haarlem, and national Dutch news.
Number of children in welfare families in Haarlem increases for the first time since 2021
The number of children living in families dependent on social assistance in Haarlem increased to 2,220 last year, marking the first rise since 2021. Research highlights that these children face a sign...
Major maintenance: Haarlem Waarderbrug closed for six months
The Waarderbrug in Haarlem will undergo six months of major maintenance and upgrades for remote operation starting next Monday. During this closure, traffic and cyclists will be diverted, while a spec...
Murdered by friend or vigilantes? Tattoo artist case goes to court after 3.5 years
The trial of Ismael el B. for the murder of tattoo artist Steve Mahakena has commenced in Haarlem over three years after the victim's death in Hoofddorp. While the defendant claims he tried to save hi...
Laura (28) and Jim (33) met during their studies: 'The next morning everyone knew what had happened on that couch'
Laura Hoek and James Brady share the story of how they first met during their student years. The couple recounts the early moments of their relationship in the latest edition of the recurring series D...
Dutch stage version of Netflix hit Baby Reindeer is here: That stalking certainly adds a bit of spice
The hit Netflix series Baby Reindeer is being adapted for the Dutch stage as a solo show featuring comedian Thijs van de Meeberg. Despite initial uncertainty regarding permission for the project, the ...
Opinion of former alderman Duco Stadig: As long as Amsterdam wants the cruise terminal gone, the East Bridge moves further into the future
The development of the Oostbrug in Amsterdam has stalled due to a conflict between the city and nautical partners regarding the removal of the sea cruise terminal. Because the municipality lacks the a...
Michel Peters, chair of queer police network Pink in Blue: ‘Amsterdam is no longer the tolerant city it once was. And I am naming the elephant in the room’
Michel Peters, chairman of the queer police network Roze in Blauw, warns that Amsterdam is becoming less tolerant toward the LGBTQ+ community due to increased violence and intimidation. He urges victi...
Political reporter David Hielkema reflects on 5.5 years at City Hall: I became softer on politicians, not on power
Parool journalist David Hielkema reflects on his five-and-a-half-year career covering Amsterdam city politics. He discusses his personal growth and changing perspectives on politicians while maintaini...
SpaceX revenue surges thanks to AI division and Starlink growth
SpaceX doubled its quarterly revenue to 14.6 billion dollars, driven by an 830 percent surge in its AI division and continued growth in Starlink subscribers. The company also shifted from a loss to a ...
Crime reporter Wouter Laumans on the Hajar case: ‘I still have a hundred questions, of course’
The disappearance of Hajar has been officially reclassified as a murder case after police identified a suspect seen with the victim on surveillance footage near the Amsterdam RAI. Reporter Wouter Laum...
Revolut online banking issues resolved after major outage
Online bank Revolut has fully restored its services after a major technical failure caused by a power incident at Google Cloud. The outage, which prevented customers from accessing their funds, also a...
Gers Pardoel baptized: 'I give my life to Jesus Christ'
Rapper Gers Pardoel has publicly announced his baptism, describing it as a conscious decision to commit his life to Jesus Christ. This move comes following several years of personal turmoil and highly...
In Café de Oplossing (which fits in three cargo bikes), men discuss jokes at the expense of women: 'I hear "your mom" every day'
Café de Oplossing, a mobile pop-up event at the Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences, provides a space for men to discuss and confront sexist jokes and remarks. The initiative encourages particip...
This artist had the Stedelijk staircase painted black: 'It is an opportunity to head in a new direction'
American artist Adam Pendleton is currently exhibiting his work at the Stedelijk Museum, where he has notably painted the stairwell black. His art features a complex blend of indistinct words and abst...
Wikipedia concerned about AI in search engines: fewer visitors and higher risk of disinformation
Wikipedia is reporting a significant drop in website traffic following the introduction of AI-powered search summaries, raising concerns about a potential decline in future volunteers and donations. E...
23-year-old man arrested in case of Hajar (29) found dead, taken into custody in Koggenland
A 23-year-old man has been arrested in Koggenland in connection with the death of 29-year-old Hajar, whose body was discovered in a suitcase in Amsterdam. The suspect was apprehended following a separ...
Quay wall in poor condition: section of Donkere Spaarne in Haarlem closed
The quay wall along the Donkere Spaarne in Haarlem is in poor condition, forcing immediate traffic restrictions and parking bans along the canal. City officials have moved up the timeline for necessar...
Is your hair dry after the summer? Expert explains how to restore its shine and volume
Dermatologist and hair specialist Petra Dikrama addresses common questions about hair care and maintenance in a series of informational features. In the third installment of the series, the expert dis...
“A one in a million chance”: Back in Bloemstraat after mistaken move
This episode of De Straten van Amsterdam explores the strong sense of community on the Bloemstraat in the Jordaan neighborhood. It features stories from various residents, including a woman who return...
Supermarket chain Carrefour lowers profit forecast due to riots in France
Carrefour has lowered its profit forecasts for 2026 and this year due to significant uncertainty caused by widespread rioting in France. The unrest has led to property damage, looting at multiple reta...