Dutch News in English

Latest headlines from the Netherlands in English. Covering Amsterdam, Haarlem, and national Dutch news.

Chantal Janzen pleased with first theater performance in ten years
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Chantal Janzen pleased with first theater performance in ten years

Chantal Janzen has returned to the musical stage after ten years to star as Sally Bowles in the production of Cabaret. The actress celebrated her successful premiere in Amsterdam, where she was joined...

Man falls into IJ at NDSM wharf and is rescued by fire department
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Man falls into IJ at NDSM wharf and is rescued by fire department

Emergency services successfully rescued a man who fell into the IJ river near the NDSM wharf in Amsterdam-Noord late this evening. The man was pulled to safety by firefighters and transported home by ...

Stellantis to hire hundreds of additional engineers in coming years
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Stellantis to hire hundreds of additional engineers in coming years

Stellantis plans to hire hundreds of new engineers as part of a multi-billion euro investment strategy running through 2030. While the company aims for growth, it is also being sued by several organiz...

Pro-Palestinian protester convicted of group insult, but receives no punishment
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Pro-Palestinian protester convicted of group insult, but receives no punishment

A pro-Palestinian protester was convicted of defaming Jewish people for making Holocaust-related remarks during an April demonstration. Although the court also found him guilty of insulting police off...

Harry Potter actress Bonnie Wright gives birth to second son
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Harry Potter actress Bonnie Wright gives birth to second son

Actress Bonnie Wright, best known for playing Ginny Weasley in the Harry Potter series, has given birth to her second son with her husband, Andrew Lococo. The couple, who married in 2022, also share a...

GVB expands service during ADE with night metro and more ferries
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GVB expands service during ADE with night metro and more ferries

Public transport operator GVB is extending its metro and ferry services during the Amsterdam Dance Event to assist the large influx of visitors. These expanded operating hours, which include overnight...

When Keijzer says it’s off the table, you should pay attention
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When Keijzer says it’s off the table, you should pay attention

Former minister Mona Keijzer is evaluating the possibility of launching a new right-wing political party in the Netherlands. Experts note that ego-driven conflicts among existing right-wing figures of...

In North, Ajax fans get haircuts like Jari Litmanen, and the Finn picks the best lookalike: ‘That’s a 2001 style. Modern, sleek. It’s quite a current hairstyle.’
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In North, Ajax fans get haircuts like Jari Litmanen, and the Finn picks the best lookalike: ‘That’s a 2001 style. Modern, sleek. It’s quite a current hairstyle.’

Ajax fans in Amsterdam-Noord are participating in a free event to get haircuts inspired by the iconic styles of Jari Litmanen. The Finnish football legend is personally judging the participants to sel...

Private landlords are renting out fewer properties in the city: "A problem for students"
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Private landlords are renting out fewer properties in the city: "A problem for students"

Private rental properties in Amsterdam have decreased by 18 percent in three years as landlords sell their units due to new rent control laws and increased taxation. While this shift favors buyers, it...

Fred van Leer after hellish summer: 'For the first time in my life, I'm looking forward to tomorrow'
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Fred van Leer after hellish summer: 'For the first time in my life, I'm looking forward to tomorrow'

Fred van Leer has spoken openly about surviving a severe period of depression that nearly led him to end his life last summer. Through professional support and lifestyle changes, the presenter has reg...

Seizure of 'Antifa server' at US request leads to questions and concerns
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Seizure of 'Antifa server' at US request leads to questions and concerns

Dutch authorities have seized a server belonging to the Italian hosting provider Autistici/Inventati at the request of the United States. The U.S. government classifies the company as a terrorist enti...

A PostcodeKanjer for Carrie ten Napel and the only talk show that doesn't cynically laugh off positivity
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A PostcodeKanjer for Carrie ten Napel and the only talk show that doesn't cynically laugh off positivity

The talk show Carrie op Vrijdag has been revived following a new sponsorship deal with the Postcode Lottery, which stepped in after industry budget cuts threatened its cancellation. Hosted by Carrie t...

Family of deceased Hajar (29): Missing loved one is devastating, the uncertainty has been hard
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Family of deceased Hajar (29): Missing loved one is devastating, the uncertainty has been hard

The family of 29-year-old Hajar has requested privacy following the discovery of her body at the Amsteldijk. Police believe the woman, who was last seen leaving the RAI in Amsterdam with an unidentifi...

From archive to current events: AT5's Ajax news is now also on Instagram
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From archive to current events: AT5's Ajax news is now also on Instagram

Broadcaster AT5 has launched a dedicated Instagram account to provide fans with both historical footage and current coverage of Ajax. The new platform features a mix of classic interviews and real-tim...

Don't get angry! Here's what's happening during National Games Week in Haarlem
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Don't get angry! Here's what's happening during National Games Week in Haarlem

Haarlem is hosting the National Board Game Week from October 26 to November 1 to encourage social interaction through tabletop games. Residents of all skill levels are invited to participate in variou...

Anneke shows how female soldiers pee in the field: 'We must consider the differences between men and women'
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Anneke shows how female soldiers pee in the field: 'We must consider the differences between men and women'

Anneke Valk, the 2026 Teacher of the Year, has stepped back from her teaching duties at Wageningen University to advocate for better research on the female body. She argues that many products and syst...

Charly Luske shocked by his own drinking and quit: 'That makes you an alcoholic'
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Charly Luske shocked by his own drinking and quit: 'That makes you an alcoholic'

Charly Luske recently quit drinking alcohol after realizing his theater tour habits led him to consume four bottles of wine per week. The entertainer, who also manages addictive tendencies related to ...

Copywriter sues Drake and demands earnings from song Janice STFU
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Copywriter sues Drake and demands earnings from song Janice STFU

Songwriter Hirschfield has filed a lawsuit against rapper Drake, alleging that his demo recording was used in the hit song Janice STFU without permission. While Hirschfield claims his work is identica...

Rapper cancels concert one hour before start due to 'explicit images' at Melkweg's new club Annie
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Rapper cancels concert one hour before start due to 'explicit images' at Melkweg's new club Annie

Christian rapper Hulvey canceled his sold-out concert at Amsterdam's Club Annie just one hour before showtime due to explicit decor he deemed inappropriate for his young fans. The artist is now search...

Rapper cancels concert an hour before showtime due to 'explicit footage' at Melkweg's new club Annie
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Rapper cancels concert an hour before showtime due to 'explicit footage' at Melkweg's new club Annie

Christian rapper Hulvey canceled a sold-out concert in Amsterdam one hour before showtime, citing inappropriate and explicit imagery inside the newly opened Club Annie venue. The artist, who has a you...