Dutch News in English
Latest headlines from the Netherlands in English. Covering Amsterdam, Haarlem, and national Dutch news.
Van Weel now understands Halsema not intervening with Hamas banners: Should have called her instead
Minister Van Weel has retracted his criticism of Amsterdam Mayor Femke Halsema regarding her decision not to intervene during a protest featuring Hamas symbols. After consulting with the mayor, Van We...
Albert Heijn parent company files police report following cyber incident: 'Malicious act'
The parent company of the Dutch supermarket chain Albert Heijn has filed a formal police report following a cyber incident. The company has officially characterized the event as a malicious act.
Traffic sign points the way to Raasdorp instead of Ransdorp: "Isn't that in Osdorp?"
A road sign on the Schellingwouderdijk in Amsterdam incorrectly points to Raasdorp instead of Ransdorp. The error has frustrated local residents who consider the mistake a significant lapse in oversig...
Chinese economy grows faster again due to strong AI exports
China's economy grew by 4.5 percent in the third quarter, meeting government targets thanks to a significant boost in high-tech and AI-related exports. While this growth helps counteract weak domestic...
Amsterdam parking garage arson suspect (26) remains in custody
A 26-year-old suspect will remain in custody for two weeks following an arson incident in a parking garage in Amsterdam Nieuw-West. The fire forced 55 residents to evacuate their homes, and authoritie...
Judge: Fons Vitae Lyceum does not have to promote Kevin (13) to 8th grade
A judge has upheld the decision of the Fons Vitae Lyceum in Amsterdam not to promote a 13-year-old student due to poor academic performance. The court concluded that the school acted in accordance wit...
Cyclists fail to notice 20 km/h speed limit trial on Amstelveenseweg: 'Signs? Where?'
Amsterdam has introduced a pilot program on the Amstelveenseweg that restricts cyclists to a maximum speed of twenty kilometers per hour. Early reports suggest that many riders are unaware of the new ...
Have you seen Jip or Thumble? These 2 pets are missing in Haarlem
Two cats, Thumble and Jip, have been reported missing in Haarlem within the last week. Community members are asked to keep an eye out for these pets, which were last seen in the Gruttostraat and Flore...
Number of people experiencing discrimination in Amsterdam rises slightly
Nineteen percent of Amsterdam residents reported experiencing discrimination in 2024 and 2025, a slight increase from 2023. The rise is particularly evident among Jewish and Turkish residents, with ma...
Rotterdam Library acquires long-lost parenting book by Erasmus
The Rotterdam Library has acquired a rare, previously lost copy of an early parenting guide by Erasmus, believed to be the only surviving edition from its original printing. The book, which contains h...
AI developer Anthropic invests billions in social impact fund
AI developer Anthropic is establishing a major social impact fund, initially backed by 48 billion dollars in equity, to address societal concerns related to the rapid advancement of artificial intelli...
Residents of affected apartment building in New West still unable to return home due to risk of collapse
Residents of an apartment complex in Amsterdam Nieuw-West remain displaced due to severe structural damage and collapse risks following a deliberate fire in the parking garage. While a suspect has bee...
Underperformance and resurgence, Ajax experiences a week of two faces
The Branie podcast explores Ajax's inconsistent week, highlighting a tactical success against FC Groningen alongside a frustrating performance in Croatia against Hajduk. The discussion identifies pers...
Doutzen Kroes misses familiar faces at Victoria's Secret Fashion Show
Doutzen Kroes discussed the changing lineup of the Victoria's Secret Fashion Show, noting she misses former colleagues while appreciating the event's enduring glamour. Her fellow Dutch model Romee Str...
Musical Mamma Mia! coming to Amsterdam in English-language production next year
The hit West End musical Mamma Mia! will bring its international English-language tour to Amsterdam next February. Produced by Björn Ulvaeus, the production follows a bride-to-be on a Greek island se...
Judi Dench regrets role in Cats film adaptation: 'What a waste'
Judi Dench has voiced her regret regarding her role in the critically panned 2019 film adaptation of Cats, calling it a waste of talent. As the film prepares for a new stage production debut at the Ko...
Potential contraction could cost German industry over half a million jobs
Germany's industrial sector lost nearly 500,000 jobs between 2019 and late last year due to high costs and rising global competition. While manufacturing declined significantly, the service sector gre...
Mother demands Fons Vitae promotes her son, but judge rules against her
A judge has ruled in favor of Amsterdam's Fons Vitae Lyceum, confirming the school's decision not to promote a student who failed to meet academic requirements. The student's mother had argued that in...
Car fire in Lijnden extinguished
Firefighters extinguished a car fire on the Lijnderdijk in Lijnden this afternoon shortly after it was reported around 1:30 PM. An investigation is currently underway to determine the cause of the fir...
Greenwheels and Check to collaborate and double fleet size
Mobility company Pon is integrating its shared vehicle brands Greenwheels and Check to streamline user access and expand its fleet. The companies aim to double their total number of vehicles to twenty...