Dutch News in English
Latest headlines from the Netherlands in English. Covering Amsterdam, Haarlem, and national Dutch news.
Dutch people in Silicon Valley also feel impact of Donald Trump’s policies: 'Tariffs are very chaotic'
Dutch expatriates working in Silicon Valley have expressed concerns regarding the unpredictable policies of Donald Trump, citing chaotic trade tariffs and sudden budget freezes. As the midterm electio...
Hip-hop producer Timbaland files lawsuit against ex-managers for fraud
Music producer Timbaland has initiated legal action against his former manager Gary Marella and business administrator Bruce Seckendorf, accusing them of fraud and financial mismanagement. The lawsuit...
Amsterdam newspaper November: he is coming, he is coming...
The November issue of the Amsterdam newspaper highlights the upcoming Sinterklaas festivities and the importance of reading. It also provides residents with information on how to reach the city via th...
Mr. van der Zande watches over his dying wife and muses: ‘She was better with animals than with people’
Doctor Rutger is providing care for a terminally ill woman named Mrs. Van der Zande during her final days. Her husband remains constantly by her side, tending to her personal grooming and comfort as s...
Truck too high for railway overpass on Beukenweg, train traffic temporarily halted
A truck that was too tall collided with a railway viaduct on Beukenweg in Amsterdam, causing a temporary halt to train services heading toward Utrecht and Gouda. ProRail inspected the bridge, confirme...
Council of State criticizes cabinet's Box 3 plan and advises postponement
The Dutch Council of State has issued a critical warning regarding the government's box 3 tax reform proposal, advising against its submission in the current state due to implementation risks and unre...
Cara Delevingne delayed music career due to addiction struggles
Cara Delevingne postponed her music career to focus on overcoming a long-term drug and alcohol addiction. After entering a rehabilitation program in late 2022, she has returned to her creative work an...
Dollar withdrawals resume on Binance after largest crypto theft ever
Binance has resumed dollar withdrawals following a major cyberattack on October 29 that saw 6.3 billion dollars in assets stolen. While users quickly withdrew 3.64 billion dollars in response, the exc...
Another headache for the beleaguered cabinet: advisor slams box 3 plan
The Dutch government's plan to reform the box 3 wealth tax has been criticized by the Council of State, which labels the proposal unfeasible and lacking a clear financial basis. The Council recommends...
The nonsense that you can smoke more healthily has to end
Criminal charges have been filed against Philip Morris ten years after the tobacco industry first faced accusations regarding deceptive cigarette marketing. The legal action alleges that the company c...
No trains between Amsterdam Centraal and Muiderpoort due to damaged railway viaduct
Train services between Amsterdam Centraal and Muiderpoort are currently suspended due to damage found on a railway viaduct. ProRail is working on repairs, with operations expected to resume by 10:30 a...
NOS introduces NOS Weather, longer weather segment after 8 PM news
NOS is launching a new, extended weather program titled NOS Weer following the 8:00 PM news, which will provide more detailed forecasts and regional updates. The broadcaster is also implementing a stu...
Hackers disable refrigeration at dozens of Belgian Delhaize stores
Hackers have disabled the refrigeration systems at over forty Delhaize supermarkets across Belgium, causing operational disruptions in both Flanders and Wallonia. The incident follows a pattern of sim...
Two firefighters injured in house fire in Amsterdam-West
Two firefighters suffered minor burns while battling a house fire that broke out in an attic on Columbusstraat in Amsterdam-West on Monday morning. Twelve nearby homes were evacuated during the three-...
Actress Margaret Qualley and singer Jack Antonoff to divorce
Actress Margaret Qualley and musician Jack Antonoff have announced that they are divorcing after being together since 2021. A spokesperson for Qualley stated that there was no infidelity involved in t...
Suicide revealed as cause of death for Party Rock Anthem singer Lauren Bennett
Singer Lauren Bennett, famous for her vocals on the hit song Party Rock Anthem, has died by suicide following a prolonged battle with mental health issues and fragile X syndrome. Her family has since ...
Rapper Rick Ross will not be prosecuted for aggravated assault and strangulation of woman
Rapper Rick Ross will not face prosecution following allegations of assault and strangulation made by a woman living in his home. The artist, known for his 2006 breakout hit Hustlin', denied the accus...
AFM wants to end painful situations surrounding survivor pensions and calls for action
The Dutch Authority for the Financial Markets (AFM) is urging pension providers to improve communication and support regarding survivor pensions to prevent financial issues for bereaved families. The ...
High kerosene prices force Ryanair to cut costs, freeze wages and reduce destinations
Ryanair is implementing significant cost-cutting measures, including wage freezes and route adjustments, to compensate for rising fuel expenses and geopolitical pressures. Despite a growth in passenge...
Twelve homes evacuated due to attic fire in De Baarsjes, Amsterdam-West
Twelve homes were evacuated in the De Baarsjes area of Amsterdam-West following a fire that broke out in an attic. Firefighters are working to extinguish the blaze from within the walls, but intense h...