Dutch News in English
Latest headlines from the Netherlands in English. Covering Amsterdam, Haarlem, and national Dutch news.
Asylum seekers and Dutch citizens dine at 600-meter table: ‘Especially now, it’s important to make a different voice heard’
Guus Meeuwis to perform at Rotterdam Ahoy next year
Dutch singer Guus Meeuwis has announced a concert scheduled for April 3 next year at Rotterdam Ahoy. The Brabant artist shared the news via social media regarding the upcoming spring performance.
Jan ‘The Bartender’ forced to close night bar De Biecht: ‘I imagined the end differently’
LAKS calls for new exam system after wave of complaints: petition to abolish 5.5 rule goes to Parliament
The Dutch student interest group LAKS is calling for a reform of the national examination system following years of complaints about the current structure. The organization is submitting a petition to...
Weekend tips: things to do in Amsterdam from May 29 to May 31
This article provides recommendations for activities in Amsterdam during the sunny weekend of May 29 to May 31. It advises visitors to stay hydrated and use sunscreen while exploring various events an...
Sin Wai Kin in Frans Hals Museum: the alien-looking newsreader suddenly has a Mona Lisa smile
Martial arts pioneers honored 50 years after first kickboxing gala at Jaap Edenhal
Five martial arts pioneers were honored at Amsterdam's Jaap Edenhal to mark the 50th anniversary of the city's first kickboxing gala. The awards, presented by Alderman Alexander Scholtes, celebrate th...
Pieter Jan Molendijk (69) long denied having cancer, now he is chairman of IPSO Huis Kennemerland
Pieter Jan Molendijk, a former businessman from Overveen, has been appointed as the chairman of IPSO Huis Kennemerland, an organization providing mental support for cancer patients. The organization i...
Heemskerk harness racing fees to rise in 2027: ‘Everything is getting more expensive and we also have to pay for traffic controllers’
The Harddraverijvereniging Heemskerk will increase entrance fees and membership contributions starting in 2027 due to rising operational costs. While sponsors previously helped absorb these expenses, ...
DigiD platform not in American hands, what now? ‘State-owned company is a very good idea’
The Dutch government has blocked the acquisition of IT service provider Solvinity by an American company to protect the security and privacy of the DigiD platform. This decision aims to prevent potent...
No clarity yet in Music On debate, council and Halsema await evaluation
The Amsterdam city council debated the last-minute cancellation of the Music On festival, which was called off due to permit issues and communication failures regarding tent safety. Mayor Femke Halsem...
Permanent weight loss is difficult, but 8,500 steps a day help prevent the yo-yo effect
A new study suggests that walking 8,500 steps daily is key to preventing the yo-yo effect after weight loss. Research indicates that four out of five people typically regain lost weight within a few y...
The play ‘Nightshade’ features relatable scenes from a woman’s life: ‘I wanted to make a piece about a woman who is vulnerable in life’
The play "Nachtschade" stars Mariana Aparicio as a young woman navigating a harsh and unpredictable world with humor and charm. The production focuses on relatable scenes from a woman's life, highligh...
The Best Pastry in the Netherlands comes from Castricum: 'We create what we like and see if it looks good'
Patisserie De Roset in Castricum has won the title of 'Best Pastry in the Netherlands' for its white chocolate and pistachio creation. The professional jury was unanimously impressed by the bakery's c...
Halsema wants all information on Music On tent before final judgment: ‘I am responsible for what went wrong’
For these Muslims, Eid al-Adha is more than food: "It's about sharing with each other"
Muslims in Amsterdam are celebrating Eid al-Adha, emphasizing family unity and the spirit of sharing over the traditional slaughter of animals. In the Nieuw-West district, a large group of families wi...
More collisions in Amsterdam public transport: 10 percent increase, 300 above GVB norm
Why attacks on Forum are back again
Political party leaders in the Dutch House of Representatives have ended their period of ignoring the Forum for Democratie by actively attacking the party's ideology. This strategic shift includes cri...
Baby and two adults injured in accident in Haarlem
A baby and two adults were injured in a rear-end collision involving two vehicles on the N205 (Schipholweg) in Haarlem on Wednesday afternoon. Both vehicles sustained significant damage in the acciden...
Nan (85) has been the beating heart of the City Bar for forty years: ‘This is it’
Nan van Grootveld, the long-time heart of the City Bar in Elburg, has passed away at the age of 85 after forty years of service. She was well-known among her regulars for her caring nature and her stu...