Dutch News in English
Latest headlines from the Netherlands in English. Covering Amsterdam, Haarlem, and national Dutch news.
Dutch Tax Authority to get new bank account number on May 1: what to look out for
Starting May 1, 2026, the Dutch Tax Service will adopt a new bank account number, transitioning its banking services from ING to Rabobank. Taxpayers must ensure that all payments are directed to the n...
Sun-drenched days ahead: temperatures to reach 25 degrees
Weather forecaster Weeronline predicts sunny days ahead with rising temperatures. Later in the week, temperatures are expected to reach summer-like highs of up to 25 degrees Celsius.
He slept on night trains for 3 years, now German Lasse is a conductor: ‘Dream job’
Lasse Stolley, a young German who spent three years living on night trains while traveling across Germany, has transitioned into his dream career as a train conductor. After gaining recognition as a f...
Summer weather on the way: Friday warmer than 20 degrees
Summer-like weather is expected in the Netherlands this week, with temperatures in Amsterdam reaching approximately 23 degrees on Friday. Warm, dry air from Germany will drive the temperature increase...
Hillegom aims to ease pressure on youth care: fewer intensive referrals, earlier detection
The municipality of Hillegom is implementing a new plan to reform its youth care system by focusing on providing support closer to home. The initiative aims to reduce the reliance on specialized care ...
'The IJmond is full of workers', so Jan and Jan bring back Labour Day
Jan Berghuis and Jan Müter of the FNV union are reviving Labor Day traditions in the IJmond region with a celebration at Café de Zon on May 1st. The event aims to honor the area's strong working-cla...
Price difference between organic and non-organic food has increased again
The Dutch Consumer Association (Consumentenbond) reports that the price gap between organic and non-organic food products in supermarkets has increased again. This trend reverses a previous period whe...
A well-deserved tribute to Alexandra who welcomes the whole world to Amsterdam Central
Police: Multiple people vandalized Loosdrecht town hall
Police are investigating the vandalism of a partially vacant town hall in Loosdrecht, which they believe was carried out by a group of people on King's Day. The perpetrators threw stones through the b...
Author and Holocaust survivor Edith Eger dies at 98
Edith Eger, the Hungarian-American psychologist and Holocaust survivor known for her bestselling book "The Choice," has died at the age of 98. Her family announced her passing on Monday through a soci...
Jewelry chain Claire's also closes stores in UK and Ireland
Jewelry chain Claire's is closing all its locations in the United Kingdom and Ireland following the bankruptcy of its Dutch branch last year. The company has struggled with financial challenges partly...
Madonna and Sabrina Carpenter to release Coachella duet this month
Madonna and Sabrina Carpenter have announced the release of their duet "Bring Your Love" on April 30. The singers previously performed the track together earlier this month during a surprise appearanc...
Author and Holocaust survivor Edith Eger dies at 98
Hungarian-American psychologist and Holocaust survivor Edith Eger has passed away at the age of 98, as announced by her family on Instagram. She gained international acclaim for her bestselling book "...
A gift from the City of Amsterdam: free swimming tickets (act fast)
The municipality of Amsterdam is offering free tickets to residents for the seasonal reopening of outdoor swimming pools. These complimentary tickets are available for a limited time as the city prepa...
EBU asks Eurovision fans for help finding 1956 and 1964 recordings
The European Broadcast Union is appealing to fans for assistance in locating lost footage of the 1956 and 1964 Eurovision Song Contests. These recordings are currently missing from the official archiv...
Square, crispy and addictively delicious: 5 places to eat pizza al taglio
Hillegom city council wants to accelerate procedure for extra padel courts: The five extra courts meet the growing demand for sports locations
The Hillegom municipal council plans to accelerate the approval process for five additional padel courts at Padelhill to meet increasing demand. This expansion aims to provide more opportunities for p...
Death toll of US attack on school in Iran revised to 155
Iranian state media has revised the death toll from a U.S. attack on a primary school to 155 fatalities, down from an initial estimate of 175. The strike occurred on the first day of the conflict.
Minister Berendsen on Iran war, Trump's unpredictability and the role of the Netherlands: ‘We are not strong at home’
Minister of Foreign Affairs Tom Berendsen discusses the Netherlands' role in international relations amidst global tensions involving Iran and the United States. As the ninth person to hold this posit...
Taylor Swift registers voice and likeness against AI misuse
Taylor Swift has filed trademark applications for her voice and physical appearance to protect against unauthorized use by artificial intelligence. This proactive legal measure is intended to prevent ...